MOSI unveils new name and expansion plans
TAMPA, Fla. - MOSI is unveiling a name change and expanded learning spaces designed to reflect innovation at the heart of its mission.
What we know:
The Museum of Science and Industry is now the Museum of Science and Innovation, a shift MOSI leaders say better represents where the institution is headed after more than four decades under its former name.
"Innovation, I think, really reflects the recent history here at MOSI and the future, the path forward," said John Graydon Smith, President and CEO of MOSI.
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The new name was revealed Tuesday during a science-themed ceremony, marking what Smith described as a natural evolution for the museum.
"[We’re] always trying to innovate and innovate on behalf of the next generation of Tampa scientists," Smith said.
MOSI is unveiling a name change and expanded learning spaces designed to reflect innovation at the heart of its mission.
Dig deeper:
The Museum of Science and Industry is now the Museum of Science and Innovation, a shift MOSI leaders say better represents where the institution is headed after more than four decades under its former name.
"Innovation, I think, really reflects the recent history here at MOSI and the future, the path forward," said John Graydon Smith, President and CEO of MOSI.
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The new name was revealed Tuesday during a science-themed ceremony, marking what Smith described as a natural evolution for the museum.
"[We’re] always trying to innovate and innovate on behalf of the next generation of Tampa scientists," Smith said.
What's next:
MOSI leaders say the name change does not alter the museum’s identity or location. The institution will continue to be known as MOSI and will remain in North Tampa near the University of South Florida.
MOSI also recently opened a new temporary interactive exhibit, "Leonardo da Vinci: Machines in Motion." The exhibit allows guests to interact with 40 life-sized machines inspired by da Vinci’s original drawings, highlighting one of history’s most influential innovators.
The Source: Information for this story came from interviews with MOSI CEO John Graydon Smith and Hillsborough County Commissioner Chris Boles, along with information provided by MOSI.