"Race: Are We So Different?" uses science and history and multiple perspectives to addresses race and racism at the California Science Center.

Science: Visitors discover that human beings are more alike than any other living species, and no one gene or set of genes can support the idea of race.

Experiences: Visitors explore race in our schools, neighborhoods, health care systems, sports and entertainment industries, and more.

History: Throughout American history, economic interests, popular culture, science, politics, and the struggle for power have played a role in shaping our understanding of race.

A project of American Anthropological Association in collaboration with the Science Museum of Minnesota, RACE promotes discovery, discussion and reflection through a powerful and interactive combination of artifacts, historic and contemporary photography, multimedia components, and interactive activities.

Visitors can also enjoy the Science Matters discussion "The Medicalization of Race," on Saturday, November 21, 2009. Scientists will discuss the scientific basis of race and human variation. In this light, panelists will debate the practical costs and benefits of racial categorization in medical research and disease treatment and discuss the socio-cultural, and public policy implications associated with differing point of views.

Delve deeper with related exhibitions, programs, and films at the California African American Museum, California Science Center, and the Skirball Cultural Center.

About the California Science Center

The California Science Center's mission is as follows: "We aspire to stimulate curiosity and inspire science learning in everyone by creating fun, memorable experiences, because we value science as an indispensable tool for understanding our world, accessibility and inclusiveness, and enriching people's lives."

General Info: The California Science Center and IMAX Theater are located in historic Exposition Park just west of the Harbor (110) Freeway at 700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., except on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. For recorded information, including IMAX show times, call 323.SCIENCE (323.724-3623). IMAX ticket prices range from $4.75 to $8.00. For advance ticket purchases, group rates, or to make reservations for any visiting group of 15 or more (required), call 213.744-2019. Parking is available in the guest lot at Figueroa and 39th / Exposition Park Drive at $8 per car, $10 for school buses and $25 for commercial buses or oversize vehicles. Both the Science Center and IMAX Theater are wheelchair accessible. For further information, please visit our website at www.californiasciencecenter.org.

CONTACT: Kristina Kurasz, kkurasz@cscmail.org
Shell Amega, samega@cscmail.org
Paula Wagner, pwagner@cscmail.org
(213)744-7446