Portland, July 9th, 2013. A special outing engaged patients and their families as they escaped for an afternoon to experience Mummies of the World. American Exhibitions, Inc. and OMSI partnered to help folks at the Ronald McDonald House in Portland experience the exhibit.
About 70 local Ronald McDonald House patients and their families visited. OMSI and the Mummies of the World exhibitioners donated the tickets. Mummies of the World is the largest exhibition of real mummies and related artifacts ever assembled. The presentation in the Portland is the eighth stop of the exhibition. (Photo by Gia Goodrich courtesy of OMSI)
Patients and their families were able to experience the exhibit first-hand: 40+ real human and animal mummies, more than 100 artifacts, including sarcophagi, tools and clothing and some hands-on interactives. More information about Mummies of the World: www.mummiesoftheworld.com. The exhibit opened June 14, 2013, and will close September 8, 2013.
Coming up,
Mummies of the World exhibition and OMSI have joined forces to collect school supplies for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Portland as youth members begin the 2013-2014 school year. From July 27 through August 11, museum guests who participate will receive $2 off adult admission to see Mummies of the World – limited to (2) adult guests per party.
Collection of basic school supplies include but are not limited to:
Pens & pencil packages
Notebook paper
Notebooks
Pocket-folders
Glue sticks and various art supplies materials
Backpacks
Binders
Calculators
Lunchboxes
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Oregon and Southwest Washington provides a “home away from home” for families with seriously ill children, and supports initiatives to improve pediatric health.
Mummies of the World is the largest exhibition of mummies and related artifacts ever assembled, featuring an astounding collection of 150 specimens and objects including real human and animal mummies, and related artifacts from South America, Europe, Asia, Oceania and Ancient Egypt. The blockbuster exhibition will be opening at OMSI in Portland, Ore. for its exclusive Pacific Northwest debut. More information is available online at omsi.edu and mummiesoftheworld.com.
Portland, May 3rd, 2013. The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) celebrated 20 years in its riverfront home and the visionary leaders who have helped OMSI inspire generations of scientists, innovators, and community leaders. Matt Hoerstch, Silva Chambers, David & Courtney Angeli, Jon Jaqua, Gina and Max Williams, Barbara & Rick Wollenberg, & OMSI Board of Trustee member Kimberly Cooper enjoy the OMSI Gala paddle raise.
Claris Poppert & Harry Demorest are recognized for their leadership of the Water Avenue Capital Campaign that made OMSI’s current location possible
The OMSI Gala was attended by over 350 people and raised important funds for life-changing science learning opportunities for children and families throughout Oregon. The OMSI 2013 Gala raised more than $618,000.
Lynn and Scottie Johnson, 2013 Gala Co-Chairs
Howard Hedinger & Blake Hedinger Bruun
Scott and Judy South, 2013 Gala Co-Chairs
About OMSI:
Our Mission
The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) is a scientific, educational, and cultural resource center dedicated to improving the public’s understanding of science and technology. OMSI makes science exciting and relevant through exhibits, programs, and experiences that are presented in an entertaining and participatory fashion.
OMSI is an independent non-profit 501(c)(3) organization and relies on admissions, memberships, and donations to continue our educational mission, programs, and exhibits.
Our Core Values
We seek to inspire wonder by providing engaging science learning experiences because we value:
Creativity: making (new) mistakes, sharing ideas, innovating, pushing the envelope
Integrity: publishing visitor comments, staying open to criticism, having pride in our work, presenting accurate science, supporting honest communication
Portland, October 8th. The Timbers’ “Stand Together Week ” is drawing more people into nonprofit work. Organized with the help of Hands On Greater Portland and supported by adidas, Alaska Airlines, Fred Meyer, JELD-WEN Windows and Doors, and KPTV, Stand Together Week includes 40 projects across the Portland metro area benefiting more than 30 nonprofit organizations focused on youth and the environment.
The projects and volunteer opportunities affiliated with Stand Together Week range from leading youth activities to outdoor/garden maintenance and construction projects. In total, Stand Together Week will bring together nearly 1,000 volunteers, including Timbers players and staff, supporters and members of the community. Volunteer opportunities are offered through Sunday, October 14th. Click here for a link to the Hands on Greater Portland sign up page!
Timber Joey volunteer with Fred Meyer at Portland YouthBuilders for Stand Together Week (L.M. Parr/Portland Timbers)
Community Cycling Center volunteers.
1,000 volunteers will be involved over the course of the week.
Timber Joey volunteers with fans at Ockley Green K-8 School for Growing Gardens as part of Stand Together Week. (Matthew Ellis for Portland Timbers)
Portland Timbers forward Kris Boyd (9) volunteers with fans at Ockley Green K-8 School for Growing Gardens as part of Stand Together Week on October 8, 2012 in Portland, Oregon. (Matthew Ellis for Portland Timbers)
Bright Dike and Timbers Joey with volunteers that helped prepare reclaimed lumber at the ReBuilding Center in North Portland during Stand Together Week . (Justin Silvey/Portland Timbers)
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