Image: John Anthony Gurche, reconstructed faces; Karen Carr Studio, landscape illustrations.
Exploring Human Origins: What Does It Mean to Be Human?
Dates: May 29 - August 1
Location: Main Library, 100 S Andrews Ave., 6th Floor, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
This exciting exhibition encourages a public conversation focusing on multiple perspectives of what it means to be human and fosters greater appreciation of the complexity of the science of human evolution. Broward County Library was selected to host the exhibit through a national competition offered by the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History and the American Library Association. Through panels, interactive kiosks, hands-on displays and videos, the exhibit invites viewers of all ages to discover the milestones in the evolutionary journey of becoming human.
SPONSORS
Exploring Human Origins: Promoting a National Conversation on Human Evolution is administered by ALA's Public Programs Office in collaboration with the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History's Human Origins Program. Additional generous support is provided by the Friends of the Fort Lauderdale Libraries and Broward Public Library Foundation.