Exhibitions

Forces of Change: Global Links: El Nino's Powerful Reach

September 29, 2003 – September 15, 2004

National Museum of Natural History
10th St. & Constitution Ave., NW
Washington, DC

2nd Floor, North West Wing (Hall 25)

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This exhibition uses the El Nino weather phenomenon to demonstrate the dynamic interrelations among the Earth's 4 components—the geosphere (land), atmosphere (air), hydrosphere (water), and biosphere (life)—and the effects of these components felt around the world.

Highlights include:

  • a multi-screen presentation of ground-based and satellite images, including recent views of Earth taken from space
  • weekly updates of an El Nino "watch"
  • ancient Peruvian artifacts that demonstrate the far-reaching cultural effects of El Nino
  • interactive displays where visitors can explore the work of Smithsonian scientists.

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