ATLANTA, Nov. 11, 2008 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Premier Exhibitions, Inc. (Nasdaq:PRXI) announced today that STAR TREK THE EXHIBITION will open November 16th for a limited engagement at the Arizona Science Center in Phoenix. STAR TREK THE EXHIBITION contains the world's most comprehensive collection of authentic Star Trek ships, set re-creations, costumes and props from 5 television series and 10 films over the last 40+ years.
"Viewing this unique collection from Star Trek will not only capture the imagination of visitors but provide a unique opportunity to examine an amazing array of scientific technologies and advancements both real and imagined," states Arnie Geller, Chairman and CEO of Premier Exhibitions, Inc. "Star Trek lets us look into the History of the Future and we are thrilled to once again work along the Arizona Science Center and present this fascinating experience."
"Star Trek the Exhibition is the ultimate voyage through a legendary piece of history giving visitors a first-hand look at the scientific endeavors of the Enterprise crew," states Chevy Humphrey, President and CEO of Arizona Science Center. "We hope that this will inspire the next generation to explore careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics and motivate everyone to boldly go where no one has gone before."
This unparalleled experience enables the public to step inside the Star Trek universe and become active participants in the legacy that has captivated our imagination for generations. Whether it is sitting on the bridge of the U.S.S. Enterprise or traveling through space on motion simulators, STAR TREK THE EXHIBITION fully immerses visitors in the legendary television adventure that has become synonymous with scientific innovation and ingenuity.
Highlights of STAR TREK THE EXHIBITION include:
* A detailed re-creation of the bridge of the U.S.S. Enterprise
1701-D, featured in Star Trek: The Next Generation. You can even
sit in Jean-Luc Picard's Captain's Chair.
* A full-scale replica of Sickbay from Star Trek: The Next
Generation. The ship's Sickbay was the setting for many of the
show's most important scenes.
* A chance to ride through a Star Trek adventure in a full-motion
flight simulator.
* A re-creation of the Transporter Room from Star Trek: The
Original Series.
* A walk through The History of the Future, a timeline of the
entire Star Trek saga that places each series and film into its
historical perspective from the present-day International Space
Station and NASA's return to the Moon through the future voyages
of Captains Archer, Kirk, Picard, Sisko and Janeway.
STAR TREK THE EXHIBITION is produced by Premier Exhibitions Inc. (Nasdaq:PRXI) and licensed from CBS Consumer Products.
STAR TREK and related marks are trademarks of CBS Studios Inc.
Premier Exhibitions, Inc. is a major provider of museum quality touring exhibitions throughout the world.
Forward-Looking Statements
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