New Food Heroes Exhibit Presented by Orlando Health
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Orlando Science Center, in collaboration with a host of community partners, has developed a hands-on exhibit illuminating the fascinating and complex world of our food system. The Food Heroes exhibit presented by Orlando Health is located in the all-new 4Roots Cafe.
Display. When not being used for demonstrations, there will be ongoing videos featuring local food heroes from 15 different local organizations who will share their stories ranging from hydroponic gardens to culinary medicine. Spotlighted organizations include 4Roots, Black Bee Honey, HEBNI Nutrition, Fleet Farming, O-Town Compost, and presenting sponsor Orlando Health, among others. Their stories share the impact our community is making on the issues of sustainable farming and food security. Be sure to explore the new exhibit and enjoy a delicious and healthy meal of locally sourced food, prepared by the 4Roots Cafe during your next visit! Stay tuned for more experiences coming soon, including web-enabled app.
Inspired by John Rivers of 4Rivers BBQ and 4Roots Farm Campus and his passion for food and farming education, we enlisted a group of advisors, including 4Roots, to help develop an experience featuring food heroes making a positive impact in our community and how each of us can join them to make a difference. This new integrated exhibit/dining experience features interactive stations, videos, cooking tutorials, and opportunities to get involved with local efforts. Exhibits include a robotic arm that “picks strawberries” as an example of farming automation and an augmented reality experience where you can interact with butterflies while learning about pollinators. Visitors can also discover about the importance of composting fruits and vegetables through decomposition time-lapse videos and learn about vertical farming through a thriving living wall. A demonstration area with a giant LED screen provides an opportunity for expert speakers to present on topics ranging from nutrition to soil science. This space will also be the setting for cooking demonstrations, where cameras will provide an intimate view of the process on the LED
PRESENTING SPONSOR ORLANDO HEALTH Engineering & Computer Simulation (ECS)
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