Travelling Exhibit: Bats: Out of the Darkness

Bats: Out of the Darkness is flying into town…

from October 12th to January 5th.

The Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre (RMDC) is thrilled to announce the arrival of a captivating travelling exhibition, BATS: Out of the Darkness, courtesy of Kelowna Museums.

 

As part of a commitment to delivering dynamic and immersive exhibit experiences to the community of Rossland, the Rossland Museum is proud to host BATS: Out of the Darkness (BATS) from October to December 2023. Developed by the talented team at Kelowna Museums, BATS shines a spotlight on the diverse bat species found in British Columbia while underscoring their crucial role in maintaining ecological balance. The exhibit provides an opportunity to celebrate these remarkable creatures and inspire stewardship in the province.

BAT-tastic for All Ages

BATS is a family-friendly exhibit that delves into the fascinating world of bat ecology, biology, habitat needs, Indigenous perspectives, conservation challenges, personal stories, and intriguing fun facts. The exhibit incorporates engaging audio, video presentations, and even real bat specimens, inviting the public to explore and discover the enchanting universe of bats.

Image courtesy of the Kelowna Museums

Image courtesy of the Kelowna Museums

 

BATS will be accessible through regular museum admissions and will also offer guided educational experiences for classes, making it an exciting addition to the RMDC’s diverse offerings, showcasing British Columbia’s stunning natural world.

We’ve been searching for the perfect travelling exhibit to revitalize our travelling exhibit program. We were immediately captivated by BATS. Rossland is such a nature-driven community, it was a no-brainer to bring this amazing exhibit here to share with our community. I’m looking forward to seeing people interact with the exhibit and connect with how amazing bats are! I can’t wait to see people go batty for bats!
— Sara Wright, RMDC Collections Manager

The exhibit will be on display in the J.D. McDonald Hall at the Rossland Museum from October 12, 2023 until January 5, 2024.

To kick off this exciting exhibit, an opening event filled with bat-tastic trivia will take place on October 19th at 7 pm (more information below).

BATS at the Rossland Museum is made possible through the generous support of:

 
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