News
- August 10, 2008
Academy Studios and MET Studios join together to form MASI
In the Spring of 2008 Academy Studios formed a business partnership with MET Studio, a London based Exhibit Design firm creating a team to provide services for world-class educational experiences. The new partnership business is called MET/Academy Studios International, or "MASI." MASI is currently developing a new project-- "The BugWorld Experience," an insectarium to open in Liverpool UK May 2009.
- August 05, 2008
Audubon Nature Institute, Insectarium,
The world's largest museum dedicated solely to the exhibition of insects has opened in New Orleans after years of project delay to due the tragedy of Hurricane Katrina. Academy Studios was contracted by the Audubon nature Institute back in 2003 for design and fabrication services for their new Insectarium. The damages of Katrina to the city put the project on hold and now five years later, the waters have receded and the Insectarium is finally open. Don’t miss this one of a kind insect museum with immersive visitor experiences and interactives, featuring insect based culinary attractions, oversized fabricated bugs that line the halls, a tranquil butterfly garden and more.
- August 01, 2008
Alcatraz Landing Exhibit, Pier 33, San Francisco, CA
The opening of the Alcatraz Landing Exhibit marks the completion of phase one of this exciting and significant local project. Academy Studios was contracted for the design and fabrication services for this exhibit by Alcatraz Cruises and the National Parks Service. Alcatraz island and prison hold international acclaim, drawing millions of visitors from around the world to San Francisco to explore this historical landmark. Come see the history, drama and lure of this prolific San Francisco icon through our comprehensive, dynamic and engaging Alcatraz Landing experience.
- June 20, 2008
Ano Nuevo State Reserve, Ano Nuevo Marine Education Center
Academy Studios recently designed and fabricated the new Marine Education Center for our local Año Nuevo State Reserve, offering an immersive experience into the deep-sea world of the elephant seals. Año Nuevo State Beach is a local landing point for thousands of majestic Elephant Seals every year offering a unique opportunity for nature enthusiasts of all ages to meet get to know these marine giants. Head on out to Año Nuevo State Park and explore the lives of elephant seals that are often concealed beneath the sea.
Events
- August 08, 2008
Marin History Museum
Marin Rocks & Rolls
San Rafael, CA
To Open Spring 2009
Like Music? Then don't miss this. Marin and the Bay Area has long been a significant and historical region of artistic innovation and its legacy as such continues. Academy Studios is currently developing a musical experience for visitors of all ages to develop a greater understanding and appreciation for Marin's critical roll in the blossoming of Rock & Roll music. Keep your ears open as the beat builds and be sure to come and check out the tunes that keep Marin rockin'. - July 25, 2008
Mississippi River State Park Arkansas
Mississippi River State Park Arkansas
Arkansas State Parks
St. Francis Forest State Park, Arkansas
To Open Fall 2009
A country’s divide and union by way of the great water highways of the Mississippi River Valley. Academy Studios is currently in the process of designing an engaging and immersive guest experience for the new Mississippi River State Park's visitor center located in Arkansas St. Francis Forest. Academy Studios was contracted for design and fabrication services for this project by the Arkansas State Parks. Don't miss your chance to discover the wealth of cultural and natural history that culminates in Arkansas in this unique upcoming visitor experience. - July 08, 2008
Alcatraz Traveling Exhibit : Life on the Rock
To open in Winter of 2009
The new Alcatraz Traveling Exhibit is underway and will becoming to your home city soon. Alcatraz Cruises and the National Parks Service have contracted academy Studios to design and fabricate a traveling visitor experience of Alcatraz Island. This exhibit is being designed to bring the excitement and lure of this prolific "Rock" to museums across the country for people to enjoy without having to travel to San Francisco. Visitors will experience a complete journey through Alcatraz’s history and various occupiers and occupies. Don’t miss this first time ever traveling Alcatraz Island experience when it hits the road.