About the Exhibition
Have you ever walked down the street and were startled by the unflinching stare of a large black cat with glowing eyes? That is, until you realized the “tabby cat from hell” was actually the distant reflection of street lights on a piece of glass resting on a log…
Did you ever go into a dark room, even your own living room, and was horrified by the sight of a stranger sitting in your favorite armchair? That is, until you switched on the light, and discovered that the creepy visitor was merely an old blanket…
What we see or think we see depends on a myriad of factors: what we expect to see, what we dread seeing, the angle from which we spot the object, the strength, color and direction of the light, and much more. “A Flashlight in the Dark” aims to surprise, embarrass and, most importantly, open your eyes to see the world a little differently.
Among the exhibits is a phosphorescent wall, a video full of optical tricks and a mind-blowing mirror exhibit. You’ll find out how a frog sees the world, learn about Zeno's paradoxes and explore the inner workings of a stroboscope.
The exhibition is held in darkness and led by a museum guide.
