BECOMING JANE: The Evolution of Dr. Jane Goodall
by Cecilia Mencia
The passion, mission and life work of Dr. Jane Goodall is being commemorated at The National Geographic Museum’s new exhibit, BECOMING JANE: The Evolution of Dr. Jane Goodall, in Washington, DC, in partnership with the Jane Goodall Institute https://www.janegoodall.org/ A chronological journey, the exhibit follows Goodall’s life from her early years with an affinity for wildlife in Africa through her time working as a scientist and activist in Gombe, Tanzania.
Photo by Hugo Van Lawik
“The greatest danger to our future is apathy.”
This new, immersive multimedia exhibit accurately follows the evolution of Dr. Jane Goodall known the world over for her trailblazing global community conservatism and behavioral research of chimpanzees.
Photos courtesy of the National Geographic Museum
Photo courtesy of the National Geographic Museum
Her story, told through a hologram-like projection, multi-screen experiences, iconic images, and a 3D exploration of Tanzania's Gombe Stream National park celebrates the past, present, and future of Goodall’s scientific achievements. It offers a window to her fascination and understanding of the urgent need to protect the chimpanzee from extinction.
Photo courtesy of the National Geographic Museum
Each station depicts a different stage of Goodall’s life, starting as a child and on through adulthood. Her love for wildlife took her to all parts of the globe to explore and brave the unknown. On display are the many elements she brought with her on her journeys like notebooks and binoculars. Her beloved stuffed monkey is also on display.
Photo courtesy of The Jane Goodall Institute
Goodall’s explorations helped develop groundbreaking approaches to global community conservation. Her studies of species conservation is an interconnected one where the lives of all individuals, animals and the environment are honored.
Photo courtesy of The Jane Goodall Institute
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For more information about Dr. Goodall and the Jane Goodall Institute, visit janegoodall.org.
Cecilia Mencia is the founder, journalist and Editor in Chief at DCTrending.com