This town needs a great place for kids (and adults) to explore--to be able to tinker and learn. I worked at the Exploratorium under Frank Oppenheimer when I got started in the museum world, and he and the fun interactive exhibits, made me understand and enjoy physics, and realize that I interact with science in many parts of my life. I want that for my son. At present, there is nowhere in Tucson he can experience this. A science center such as Joe & company is proposing doesn't have to be so fancy--the Exploratorium wasn't fancy, just engaging and exciting! With so many furniture stores closing on Ft. Lowell, perhaps one of those buildings could be converted! Good luck and may Tucson emerge with a hands-on science center soon! Lisa Falk, Director of Education, Arizona State Museum, Tucson
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