KENTUCKY SCIENCE CENTER INVITES MOVIEGOERS TO JOURNEY TO THE HEART OF AFRICA WITH NEW MOVIE, “SERENGETI”

July 1st, 2024

LOUISVILLE, KY, JULY 1st – Kentucky Science Center’s Theater has taken viewers around the world and beyond the stars; from the vast beauty of the Galapagos Islands to the prehistoric time of the dinosaurs, from the depths of the Pacific Ocean to the future of our world’s cities. Now, Kentucky Science Center is ready to journey with viewers to Africa. Serengeti: Journey to the Heart of Africa opens on July 4th in Science Center’s 4-story theater.

Join Kentucky Science Center on a stunning journey to the untamed wilds of Africa as you come face-to-face with the iconic animals who call it home. Incredible cinematography takes viewers inside lion prides, beneath the hooves of thundering wildebeests and just out of reach of snapping crocodile jaws for an intimate look into a sprawling world unchanged by the passage of time.

Kentucky Science Center’s 4-story theater provides the perfect backdrop for the sprawling beauty of the Serengeti as storm clouds roll overhead, lush green savanna stretches out around you and towering cliffs give way to the massive caldera of volcanoes.

“Our 4-story theater is phenomenal for its ability to make you feel as if you are there, totally immersing you in the incredible places stretching out in front, above and beside you,” said Mike Norman, CEO of Kentucky Science Center. “In Serengeti, that means you’re right there alongside elephants lumbering by or lions stalking through a wildebeest herd.”

See one of the world’s greatest environments through the eyes of its inhabitants, including the youngest members of the animal tribes as they imitate their parents and learn about the mighty roles they’ll play. The film showcases a perfect symphony in which every species has a distinct role in a larger story – the balance of an entire ecosystem. Serengeti proves the circle of life remains timeless.

Serengeti: Journey to the Heart of Africa opens July 4th at Kentucky Science Center. For showtimes and ticket information, visit kysciencecenter.org.

Kentucky Science Center is located at 727 W. Main Street on Louisville’s historic Museum Row and is open to the public seven days a week from 9:30AM to 5:00PM. Our 50,000 square feet of space allows families plenty of opportunity to explore, experiment, and Do Science. Advance tickets are strongly recommended to ensure availability. Secure your spot by visiting kysciencecenter.org.

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About Kentucky Science Center

Kentucky Science Center is a nonprofit educational institution that encourages people of all ages to Do Science in engaging, educational, and entertaining ways to inspire a lifetime of learning. Designated the State Science Center of Kentucky by the 2002 Kentucky General Assembly, Kentucky Science Center features interactive exhibits and engaging programs for children, families, and adults. Kentucky Science Center is committed to growing a scientifically literate community that investigates, questions, and challenges.

About Serengeti: Journey to the Heart of Africa

Life happened in the Serengeti on an unprecedented scale. It’s home to most of Africa’s iconic animals, and hosts one of the world’s greatest natural events — the annual wildebeest migration. Nature has orchestrated a perfect symphony in which every species has a very distinct role to play in a larger story — the balance of an entire ecosystem. A film for all ages, audiences will follow the newest members of the animal cast as they imitate their parents and embark on their life’s journeys. Prepare to be awed by this immersive giant screen 3D IMAX® film about how nature works in one of the world’s greatest ecosystems. Serengeti is produced by Definition Studios, and is distributed by K2 Studios.

Note to Editors

High-resolution images can be found here and additional information is available upon request. Interviews with spokespeople from the Kentucky Science Center and participating partners can also be arranged.