Geobiolab – Laboratorio europeo della naturalità
Educational museum of the Province of Benevento on the history of the Earth and biodiversity, with virtual reality, 3D films, exhibits and workshops over about one thousand square metres.
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About the museum
Geobiolab – Laboratorio europeo della naturalità is an educational museum and laboratory devoted to geology and biology, active since 2007 in the contrada Pontecorvo in Benevento and part of the museum network of the Province of Benevento. The overall design of the project is due to Professor Carmine Guarino of the University of Sannio, while the science communication concept is by Paco Lanciano, who worked with Piero Angela on the television programme Superquark.
The route covers about 1,000 square metres and combines science and play, following the motto of teaching while having fun. Virtual reality, staged reconstructions, talking machines, 3D films, photographs, exhibits and experimental workshops guide visitors through the history of the Earth and the evolution of biodiversity, with particular attention to the Sannio area.
The guided visit is divided into two main thematic routes: GEO, devoted to the Earth, and BIO, devoted to life. Topics include the formation of the Earth’s crust, volcanic phenomena and the water cycle, as well as the origin of flora and fauna and the diversification of species. The museum also offers a children’s workshop that simulates a palaeontological dig, by reservation.
Highlights
- Thematic routes GEO (Earth) and BIO (Life)
- Virtual reality, 3D films and talking machines
- Staged reconstructions over about 1,000 m²
- Palaeontological dig workshop for children
- Museum accessible to people with disabilities
- Founded
- 2007
- Operated by
- Provincia di Benevento
Admission & discounts
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Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
According to the museum network, the facility is accessible to people with disabilities.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
- Family tours & workshops
- Hands-on stations
Educational museum designed for students and families, with interactive exhibits and a children’s workshop that simulates a palaeontological dig.
Getting there & parking
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Amenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | The visit is guided and organised in two routes, GEO and BIO. The palaeontological dig workshop for children is by reservation. |
