Published May 27. 2021 03:46PM
By LOU WHEELAND
Special to The Press
The National Scenic Visitors Center, Easton, unveiled its Earthwalk Explorer map May 6 at Da Vinci Science Center, Allentown,
The Earthwalk Explorer is a 16-foot map showing the eastern United States, from North Carolina to New Hampshire.
Constructed of a durable polyurethane rubber, the map can easily be transported to host museums throughout the region it depicts.
Created by the Northampton County Community College Fab Lab, the three-dimensional map works in synch with a Geoshow.
A Geoshow creates graphics and animations projected onto the map revealing the progression of human activates through recorded history as well as “projections of mountain ranges, forests, rivers and lakes, state borders, cities, trails, and cultural features,” according to a news release from the National Scenic Visitors Center.
“The map is a one-of-a-kind experience and invites children of all ages to come, explore and connect with the geography of our nation ...” state Sen. Pat Browne, R-16th, said.
The National Scenic Visitors Center will build a walkable 60-foot map of the United States which will tour major museums nationwide.
PRESS PHOTOS BY LOU WHEELAND Mary Ellen Snyder, executive director of the National Scenic Visitors Center, introduced the concept of the Earthwalk Explorer to staff and media May 6 at the Da Vinci Science Center, Allentown.
Lin Erickson, executive director and chief executive officer of the Da Vinci Science Center, talked about the value of the Earthwalk Explorer, depicted in the rendition at the right.
Discussing the importance of the Earthwalk Explorer and future three-dimension walkable maps was state Sen. Pat Browne, R-16th.
Attendees at the unveiling of the National Scenic Visitors Center Earthwalk Explorer 3D map included: National Scenic Visitors Center Board Chair Raymond Gehlardi, Lehigh County Executive Phillips Armstrong, Da Vinci Science Center Executive Director and CEO Lin Erickson, state Sen. Pat Browne, R-16th, Northampton County Executive Lamont McClure, National Scenic Visitors Center Executive Director Mary Ellen Snyder, Amy Hollander, principal at Cloud Mill, LLC, exhibits, MZB Productions owner Mike Bianco, and Da Vinci Science Center board member Bill Royer.
