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    Body Worlds 2 & The Three Pound Gem

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    The Tech Museum of Innovation

    September 27, 2007-January 26, 2008

    Avg. Event Rating (4.2 Stars): 4 out of 5 stars rating Add Review/Comment

    The complexity and beauty of the human body, preserved through Plastination, the groundbreaking method of preservation invented by anatomist Dr. Gunther von Hagens. More than 200 authentic human specimens offer visitors profound insights into the form and function of the human body, wellness and disease, and the mysterious world of the brain. From infancy to adolescence, and adulthood to old age, the breain chisels, refines, matures, and transforms itself. Body Worlds 2 and the Three Pound Gem includes a special debut feature on the brain inspired by the latest findings in neuroscience. PLEASE NOTE: Tickets must be purchased ahead of time through The Tech Museum, but the exhibit will be held at the nearby Parkside Hall.

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      Tickets: $8-$22

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    • Dates & Times

      Dates:
      September 27, 2007-January 26, 2008

      Times:
      Tech Museum Hours: Tues-Sun: 10am-5pm
      Body Worlds 2 Exhibit Hours: 9am-7:30pm

    • Venue Info

      Parkside Hall

      180 Park Avenue San Jose, CA 95113

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      Parking Lots at the Convention Center, Park Street Garage and nearby hotels.

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      • Event Name: Body Worlds 2 & The Three Pound Gem
        5 out of 5 stars rating "Absolutely loved it!"
        Review posted by: Marylyn from San Jose, CA, Nov 10, 2007

        I think everyone could benefit from seeing our bodies in such great detail. It truly is an amazing system and so beautifully and educationally displayed. I learned more from that exhibit than I ever... Expand

        I think everyone could benefit from seeing our bodies in such great detail. It truly is an amazing system and so beautifully and educationally displayed. I learned more from that exhibit than I ever learned from a textbook, due to the three-dimensional presentation. I also found it very helpful to see where my injuries and pains are on the plastic people as opposed to on an x-ray! A couple mom's brought their 3 year olds to the exhibit...Really don't think this is the place for them--would get a sitter. Collapse

      • Event Name: Body Worlds 2 & The Three Pound Gem
        5 out of 5 stars rating "A Must see"
        Review posted by: Big Fan from georginagomez@gmail.com, Nov 08, 2007

        San Jose is lucky to get this exhibit. Millions of people around the world have seen this exhibit and have raved about it. It is so fascinating to see what we look like on the inside. Well worth the... Expand

        San Jose is lucky to get this exhibit. Millions of people around the world have seen this exhibit and have raved about it. It is so fascinating to see what we look like on the inside. Well worth the price of admission. Collapse

      • Event Name: Body Worlds 2 & The Three Pound Gem
        4.5 out of 5 stars rating "Unique and interesting experience"
        Review posted by: sailrmac from san jose, ca usa, Oct 15, 2007

        The bodies are prepared and come across as much as art as anything else. This exhibition left me with a love and some wonder at the complexity and detail of the human form. Information presented may... Expand

        The bodies are prepared and come across as much as art as anything else. This exhibition left me with a love and some wonder at the complexity and detail of the human form. Information presented may seem to in depth for the layman or simple for the medical professional but I think keeps a nice balance. I think it would be particularly benefitial for children 8+ accompanied by their parent. Could bring up wonderful discussions about what smoking, drugs abuse, exercise, etc. does for you. Could also spur discussions on where baby's come from, future medical profession interest, etc. However, the child or teen should be accompanied by their parent. Collapse

      • Event Name: Body Worlds 2 & The Three Pound Gem
        2.5 out of 5 stars rating "Body Worlds, fascinating as well as problematic."
        Review posted by: Michael from thataddress@mac.com, Sep 30, 2007

        I saw Body Worlds in Amsterdam, Europe. I found it quite sensational in concept. Knowing little of the human anatomy I thought it would make more sense and be of more use to people that actually know... Expand

        I saw Body Worlds in Amsterdam, Europe. I found it quite sensational in concept. Knowing little of the human anatomy I thought it would make more sense and be of more use to people that actually know what they see, like those with medical professions. Especially some smaller sections, showing networks of blood veins like delicate chorals, were very colorful and mysteriously beautiful. I understand it is a Chinese production, several shows going around the globe. Around the Amsterdam show there were some rumors concerning the bodies used possibly being those of Chinese prisoners. This possibility and the feeling of gawking at almost real human bodies made me feel a bit uncomfortable. The bodies obviously being Chinese made it strange to see them posing as if they were in the middle of sport activities like American football that seemed out of context. Healthy lungs next to lungs affected by smoking, with a box for people to throw away their cigarettes, I thought was a good idea. Collapse

      • Event Name: Body Worlds 2 & The Three Pound Gem
        3 out of 5 stars rating "Not what yo would expect"
        Review posted by: Susannah from San Jose, CA, Sep 28, 2007

        I saw his exhibit wanting to really be in to the science of it, and I found it to be actually a little disappointing. A couple of the exhibits were ineresting (Fetal development, lungs, and the... Expand

        I saw his exhibit wanting to really be in to the science of it, and I found it to be actually a little disappointing. A couple of the exhibits were ineresting (Fetal development, lungs, and the medical/artificial devices) but overall I wasn't terribly impressed. Interesting yes, but not the jaw dropper I was thinking it would be Collapse

      • Event Name: Body Worlds 2 & The Three Pound Gem
        5 out of 5 stars rating "Body Worlds 3"
        Review posted by: Diane Folks from West Sacramento, CA USA, Jul 18, 2007

        I just saw Body Worlds 3 in Portland and it was beautiful! Because the bodies are plasticized, they appear more like fantastic sculptures than actual corpses. The atmosphere at the exhibit was one of... Expand

        I just saw Body Worlds 3 in Portland and it was beautiful! Because the bodies are plasticized, they appear more like fantastic sculptures than actual corpses. The atmosphere at the exhibit was one of reverence, rather than exploitation. Seeing the bodies made me reflect on mortality and the amazing things the human body is capable of. The exhibit is unforgettable and I highly recommend seeing it! Collapse

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