Update: New Muslim heritage exhibition
1001 Inventions: Discover the Muslim Heritage in our World
28 February 2006
A groundbreaking exhibition uncovering the lost history of Muslim science and invention is beginning its UK-wide tour at the Museum of Science and Industry in Manchester on 8 March 2006.
'1001 Inventions: Discover the Muslim Heritage in our World', supported in part by the Wellcome Trust, uses advanced engineering principles, historical manuscripts and state of the art multimedia technology to bring to life historical inventions and innovations, including:
- discovering coffee and developing the art of coffee drinking
- inventing the camera and using carpets for home insulation
- paper, fountain pen, and using libraries to promote public learning
- making soap and setting up public baths
- formulating pills and making surgical tools
- navigation devices and charting world maps
- flying with wings and rocket flying.
The exhibition aims to encourage, inspire and motivate British youth – in particular, young people of ethnic communities – to pursue careers in science, engineering and technology.
'1001 Inventions' will visit key cities around the UK following its Manchester launch, and is supported by a concurrent events programme and educational resources, including a teachers' pack, website and book.
