Press Release

For Immediate Release
Contact: Jennifer Forrest
jforrest@amod.org
501-396-7050 ext.214

Bugfest Invades the Museum of Discovery

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (March 19, 2007) – Do you know the difference between a prickly stick and a walking stick? What is the largest insect? Learn fascinating facts about unusual insects at Bugfest, happening at the Museum of Discovery, April 12-14. Insects from around the world will be on display during this educational, hands-on three-day event.

Insects are found in nearly all environments on the planet and play a crucial role in stabilizing our surroundings. Exhibits throughout the Museum will highlight insect’s habitats, behavior and life cycle. Educators will be on hand to teach about the important relationship of insects, plants and humans as they answer all your creepy-crawly questions and share facts about some of the world’s most interesting bugs.

Many times people shy away from cockroaches, but at Bugfest, visitors can cheer on their favorite cockroach at “The Great Hissing Cockroach Races,” held in the Discovery Court. Over 3,500 species of cockroaches exist worldwide and they are capable of living over a month without food. Learn more about cockroaches, beetles, bees and more.

Bugfest is sponsored by Terminix and Radio Disney.

ABOUT THE MUSEUM
Founded in 1927, The Museum of Discovery is Little Rock’s oldest museum. It remains a fixture of the River Market District in Downtown Little Rock and welcomes visitors into a “world of discovery for all ages.” Throughout 2007, the Museum is proud to celebrate “80 Years of Discovery.” The year long celebration will include special events and exhibits designed to showcase science, history and technology.

The Museum’s mission is to engage, enlighten and educate people of all ages through an interactive experience where science and history come alive. The Museum of Discovery is a Smithsonian Affiliate, and a member of the American Association of Museums, the Association of Science and Technology Centers and the Association of Children’s Museums.

Admission is $8.00 for adults, $7.00 for children 1-12, $7.00 for seniors over 65 and free for children under one. Hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 1-5 p.m. Sunday. The Museum of Discovery is located at 500 President Clinton Ave., Suite 150, Little Rock, Ark. For more information, call the Museum of Discovery at (501) 396-7050 or visit www.amod.org.

CALENDAR LISTING
Bugfest, April 12-14. Museum of Discovery, 500 President Clinton Ave., Suite 150, Little Rock, Ark. For more information, call the Museum of Discovery at (501) 396-7050 or log onto www.amod.org.