Join the Quest to Go Green!

Tuesday, January 19, 2010

Join the Quest to Go Green!

Explore Conservation Quest SMon Exhibit at the Muncie Children's Museum from January 22 – May 16, 2010!  Loaded with hands-on activities, Conservation Quest delivers important energy conservation messages, inspiring to make thoughtful choices about energy use to help protect the planet and promote healthy living.  Learn about energy – what it is, where it comes from, how it's used and why it's so important to use it wisely.  Conservation Quest topics include: energy sources, energy use at home and around the world, climate change, environmental health, stewardship, conservation and the future of energy.

Go Green!

• Find ways to save with light bulbs, electricity and recycling

• Explore solar, wind and hydropower

• Connect circuits to power up lights, radios and fans

• See how much electricity your family uses compared to others

• Learn about climate change and greenhouse gases

• Discover ways to conserve energy at home, school and work

• Learn about food miles and how far food travels to get to you

• Take the green challenge – a computer interactive that prompts kids to make green choices

• Check out the latest energy-saving inventions and learn more about the future of energy

"I am very excited about the arrival of Conservation Quest! It is an honor to host an exhibit that is so culturally relevant. If we can educate children about conservation and recycling at an early age, maybe we can make lasting impressions that will affect the choices they make for the rest of their lives," Exhibits and Education Director Robert Abner said.

Special Feature – Green Design

Conservation Quest was designed and produced using environmentally friendly materials and practices.

            Green design signs call out sustainable features throughout the exhibit.

• Eco-friendly graphics (banners, board, wallpaper, canvas and aluminum)

• Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified wood and water-based stains and sealants

• Fiber drums for cabinetry

• Eco-resin used instead of plexiglass

• No plastic laminates

• Marmoleum

• ENERGY STAR® electronics

Conservation Quest is sponsored locally by: Harry L. and Janet M. Kitselman Fund, Ball Brothers Foundation, Jean W. and Mora Morris Youth Fund, AEP/Indiana Michigan Power and Toyota and Scion of Muncie.

Conservation Questwas developed by SteppingStones Museum for Children with major funding from The Foster Family Fund, Connecticut Energy Efficiency Fund, Northeast Utilities Foundation, Evolution Markets Inc., New York Mercantile Exchange and Newman's Own Foundation. 

About Stepping Stones Museum for Children

Stepping Stones Museum for Children is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to broadening and enriching the lives of children. Museum exhibits, educational programs and special events complement efforts in schools, childcare centers and homes. Stepping Stones is considered one of the top 50 children's museums across the country, and is among the most respected and popular family resources in Connecticut, benefiting

more than 1.6 million children and families since opening in 2000. To learn more visit steppingstonesmuseum.org.