Is there life beyond Earth? Linda Hall Library’s upcoming exhibition, Life Beyond Earth? explores this question that has fascinated humanity for centuries. Given the vast number of stars and planets in the known universe, it seems possible that there could be an abundance of life, including intelligent life capable of interstellar communication and travel; however, scientists have found no credible evidence beyond our planet.
The exhibition, opening October 25 at the Linda Hall Library at 5109 Cherry Street, will captivate visitors with a history of the scientific search for extraterrestrial life from the 16th century to today. With advanced technology and unanswered questions, the search for extraterrestrial life has accelerated over the past half-century, moving from fringe science and sensationalist news to legitimate research and front-page headlines. The question is no longer are we alone, but are we ready for contact?
Life Beyond Earth? the exhibition is free and opens to the public on Friday, October 25. Visitors can experience the exhibition during regular Library hours Monday-Friday, 10 AM-5 PM and the second Saturday of the month. For more information, visit lindahall.org.
