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EXHIBITS

LEAP LAB FUTURE OF ENERGY PAVILION, building with solar panels and wind turbines, blue sky background.
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FUTURE OF ENERGY PAVILION

Explore the evolution of energy and discover solutions shaping tomorrow.

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ENERGY POWERS PROGRESS

From fire to fossil fuels and renewable energy, humanity’s progress has always depended on power. With a population nearing 10 billion by 2050, energy demand will strain resources and the environment. Sustainable innovations in energy production are crucial for a healthier, resilient future for generations to come.

Currents of Change: The Energy Timeline

Energy evolution museum exhibit showing historical machines and solar panels. FUTURE OF ENERGY PAVILION
Green solar panels and wind turbines with a scenic mountain background.

RENEWABLE ENERGY

Modern energy sources such as solar, hydropower, and geothermal are revolutionizing power generation, offering cleaner and more sustainable alternatives to traditional methods.

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FOSSIL FUELS

The advent of coal, oil, and nuclear power revolutionized industry, transportation, and electricity generation, transforming the modern world.

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STEAM

The Industrial Revolution saw steam power transform society, driving machinery, transportation, and industry with unprecedented efficiency and scale.

Old stone windmill with open door against a bright blue sky and clouds

WIND

During medieval times, windmills harnessed natural forces to transform agriculture and industry, enabling tasks like grinding grain and pumping water efficiently.

Cavemen gather around a fire, inside a cave, sharing stories and warmth at night.

FIRE

Humanity’s first controlled energy source revolutionized prehistoric life by providing warmth, cooking, and protection, laying the foundation for energy use.

Experience the story of energy’s evolution, brought to life through interactive exhibits and authentic artifacts. From the first sparks of fire to today’s renewable innovations, this tour highlights key milestones, using real objects to explore how energy has shaped our history and drives a sustainable vision for the future.

Currents of Change: The Energy Timeline

Various energy sources and exhibits in the museum, including solar panels and steam engines.
Solar panels and wind turbines producing clean energy in a green landscape.

RENEWABLE ENERGY

Modern energy sources such as solar, hydropower, and geothermal are revolutionizing power generation, offering cleaner and more sustainable alternatives to traditional methods.

963i26SW-energy-production-and-consumption-on-the-environment-1200x673-topaz-upscale-3.8x

FOSSIL FUELS

The advent of coal, oil, and nuclear power revolutionized industry, transportation, and electricity generation, transforming the modern world.

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STEAM

The Industrial Revolution saw steam power transform society, driving machinery, transportation, and industry with unprecedented efficiency and scale.

Old stone windmill with large blades against a bright blue sky and clouds.

WIND

During medieval times, windmills harnessed natural forces to transform agriculture and industry, enabling tasks like grinding grain and pumping water efficiently.

Cave dwellers around a roaring fire, sharing stories in their dimly lit cave.

FIRE

Humanity’s first controlled energy source revolutionized prehistoric life by providing warmth, cooking, and protection, laying the foundation for energy use.

Experience the story of energy’s evolution, brought to life through interactive exhibits and authentic artifacts. From the first sparks of fire to today’s renewable innovations, this tour highlights key milestones, using real objects to explore how energy has shaped our history and drives a sustainable vision for the future.

The Drill That Built an Industry

Historic machinery on display with mural art on the wall background.
Large wooden machine and exhibit inside building with mural background.
Old machinery sits in a workshop; man working on the tools.
Mannequin in a historical setting, tools surrounding the figure for demonstration.

Experience a piece of history with an authentic 1890s drilling rig, meticulously restored to working order. Crafted from cast iron and wooden timbers, this remarkable machine was salvaged from local oilfields in the 1940s. Witness the ingenuity of early oil exploration brought back to life in stunning detail.

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