'Leonardo da Vinci: Man, Inventor, Genius' Exhibition Opens Saturday, Oct. 4 at The Detroit Science Center

DETROIT, Oct. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Leonardo da Vinci was one of the greatest geniuses the world has ever known. And while many people are familiar with da Vinci, the artist, few realize that he was an even more prolific inventor. On Oct. 4, 2008 the Detroit Science Center will present da Vinci's inventions, and more, when it opens the internationally acclaimed exhibition "Leonardo da Vinci: Man, Inventor, Genius."

More than 500 years ago, da Vinci designed flying machines, robots, submarines, underwater breathing gear and solar-powered industries; and laid most of the groundwork for the artificial heart valve. In "Leonardo da Vinci: Man, Inventor, Genius," visitors will see 60 models of da Vinci's famous machines, inventions and designs based on ancient codices, including a hang glider, helicopter, military tank and more.

Visitors will be able to push, pull, crank and interact with these exhibits for a greater understanding of the math, engineering and physics principles behind them. Through these large-scale models of his work, computer-animated models of his discoveries, dramatic film highlights of his life and examples of "modern-day da Vincis," the exhibit presents the genius of Leonardo da Vinci as few have ever seen it.

Explore the myths and legends surrounding da Vinci's life and consider how his legacy inspires and challenges us today -- only at the Detroit Science Center!

Tickets to "Leonardo da Vinci: Man, Inventor, Genius" are $16.95 for adults and $13.95 for children and seniors. General museum admission is included with the exhibition ticket. Discounted tickets are available for groups and Detroit Science Center members. For more information, please visit www.detroitsciencecenter.org or call 313.577.8400.

"Leonardo da Vinci: Man, Inventor, Genius" is organized by Event Marketing Service, Austria and distributed by Exhibits Development Group, USA.

The Detroit Science Center is a hands-on museum that inspires its visitors to pursue and support careers in engineering, technology and science. The Science Center features Michigan's only Chrysler IMAX(R) Dome Theatre; the Dassault Systemes Planetarium; the DTE Energy Sparks Theater; the Chrysler Science Stage; an 8,700 square-foot Science Hall for traveling exhibits; hands-on exhibit galleries focusing on space, life and physical science; the United States Steel Fun Factory; an exhibit gallery just for pint-size scientists; and a Special Events Lobby. The Science Center has served more than 2.1 million visitors since its grand re-opening on July 28, 2001. It is one of the 10 largest science museums in the country. For more information, please call 313.577.8400 or visit the website, http://www.detroitsciencecenter.org