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Project: Ripple Effect

 

Project: Ripple Effect is an interactive exhibit that brings Ohio’s water story to life. Created in partnership with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, this hands-on experience explores how everyday choices impact water quality, wildlife, and the world around us.

 

Exhibit Information

Location

Located inside the Ocean exhibition.

Hours

10am – 5pm

Price

Included with General Admission

Accessibility Notes

Designed for all ages.

About the Exhibit

Travel Through Time
Step into ancient Ohio when it was covered by a shallow sea and explore how water has shaped the state over millions of years.

Outmuscle the Mussels
Take on a fast-paced challenge and compare your strength to freshwater mussels—nature’s powerful water filters.

Build a Wetland
Design your own ecosystem using plants, animals, and structures, and see how your choices affect water and wildlife.

Make Everyday Choices Count
Use an interactive watershed game to see how decisions like transportation, yard care, and waste impact water quality in real time.

Step into a Living Wetland
Explore a detailed Ohio wetland environment and learn how these ecosystems filter water, prevent flooding, and support biodiversity.

Go Fishing
Catch and identify native fish while learning how to enjoy Ohio’s waterways responsibly.

See Water in Action
Experiment with stream environments and watch how different choices impact erosion, filtration, and aquatic life.

Project: Ripple Effect empowers you to make informed decisions that help protect Ohio’s waterways because even small actions can make a big difference.

Project: Ripple Effect is made possible by

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources champions the protection and exploration of Ohio’s great outdoors.

With their support, we’re sharing why clean water matters and working to protect Ohio’s water for future generations.