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| - I've wanted to see this exhibit for a long time. How else will you be able to see inside the human body without, er, inflicting damage on yourself?? I would not bother paying for the audio guide, as the numerous display cards give more than enough info. The models are actual bodies and are organized by "system": cardiovascular, muscular, nervous, etc. There is one area that may be offensive to some visitors (the fetus room) but it can be bypassed.
The display is not "gross" at all. Some of the models are bisected which can make one's thoughts go awry, but overall, the models are a fantastic look into the amazing beings we are. In addition to seeing different parts of the body and the different "systems," the exhibition also includes organ specimens that have been damaged by smoking, high cholesterol, etc. If I weren't already a non-smoker, I would have become one after seeing BODIES. ;P
No photographs or videos are permitted. Make sure to visit the restroom before entering the exhibit as there isn't one inside! I paid about $29 (locals' discount) and spent about an hour and a quarter wandering around.
High-five ladies! Our brains make up 2.5% of our body weight, on average, than guys' brains (2%). ;)
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