SITUATION STUDIO
3G3 - ARCH 422 - WINTER 2024
Zinc Exploratorium
STUDENT

Jordan Lindberg


PROFESSOR

Peter Halquist


Zinc’s life cycle is both extensive and captivating, traveling from deep underground to widespread uses throughout the world.
At the Zinc Exploratorium in Cleveland, Ohio, visitors delve into the challenging and intense stages of zinc production. A combination of educational and hands-on zones throughout the site enlighten people about the history of the city’s Cuyahoga National park and its transformation from mine to recreational landscape. Through massive rock walls and interactive exhibits, visitors witness zinc's raw form and molten properties.
The Zinc Exploratorium fosters a deeper appreciation for zinc's multifaceted role in life and its rich historical significance.