Four Chambers Studio: Interactive Terrain Exhibit Technology

Explore Grand Canyon
An Interactive Terrain Exhibit at the Arizona Science Center

About the Exhibit:
Explore Grand Canyon provides an interactive experience of Grand Canyon National Park through the use of cutting edge technology, real-time data, and interpretive content. The central element of the exhibit is a 3D physical terrain model which is computer milled from geographic data. Presented on the 3D terrain model is a variety of interactive educational information about the canyon complimented by a 42” High Definition LCD screen. A custom developed interface allows for interaction with the content presented on both the terrain model and LCD screen. Visitors who use the exhibit can virtually visit areas of the park through 360 degree panoramas, explore the temperature throughout the canyon via live weather data feeds, learn about the incredible elevation changes of the canyon, view historic stereoview photographs, and much more. The exhibit will continue to grow and offer more experiences to visitors as new content is developed and instantly updated on the exhibit through a digital connection.

Photographs of the Exhibit (during installation):

Closeup of Model with Interactive Weather Content

Exhibit Developed and Produced By:
The exhibit, Explore Grand Canyon, is produced through a collaborative effort between Four Chambers Studio and Willco Design. Core concept and development by Gene Cooper and Dan Collins. For more information, contact Gene Cooper at gene@fourchambers.org or visit the Four Chambers Studio website at http://www.fourchambers.org

Home Version Virtual Tour:
Some content presented in this exhibit is available on the CDROM, 360 Degrees of Grand Canyon National Park. The virtual tour CDROM is playable on any computer and contains panoramic views of over 400 miles of rim, river, and trails. For more information visit the website at http://www.360parks.com/

Contributing Organizations:
Arizona Science Center, Grand Canyon National Park, Grand Canyon Association, United States Geological Survey, and the US Library of Congress.

Individual Contributions and Special Thanks:
Laura Martin, Stan Brower, Barbara Punt, Aaron Smith, Don Vance, Naomi Stein, Laurie Lundquist, Tom Pittenger, Jeremy Rowe, and Shannon Smith.