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Hello, all:

We are about to open the expansion to our Science Playground.  The  
original NY Hall of Science Science Playground, opened in 1997,  is  
30,000 ft2 of physics related exhibits.  The expansion is about the  
same size, focusing on the natural world, and is designed for our  
younger visitors.  The combined Science Playground will be something  
over 60,000 square feet.  We are putting together our promotional  
material, and want to brag accurately about the size of our Science  
Playground.  Does anyone know of a Science Playground that is  
larger?  We are trying to limit the definition in a way that excludes  
"nature walks" and other types of botanical garden/nature center  
experiences. Will this Science Playground be the largest in the US?  
In the Western Hemisphere?  In the world?  In the known Universe?

So, any examples of really really big science playgrounds will be  
greatly appreciated.

Anyway,
Eric Siegel
New York Hall of Science
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