A new exhibit called Jack and Drill opened Friday, July 19 at the Central B.C. Railway and Forestry Museum.
The museum's student curatorial assistants, funded through Canada Summer Jobs, research, write and install an exhibit each summer. This year's explores six simple machines, including the wedge, wheel, inclined plane, screw, pulley, and lever, and demonstrates how they are used through the industrial equipment the museum holds in its collection.
"Along with understanding the purpose and physics of each machine, you will have an opportunity to experience interactive activities that demonstrate how these six simple machines make our lives easier," states a press release.
The official opening was set for Friday, July 19 from 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., and the exhibit runs during regular museum hours until Sept. 28.
Visit pgrfm.bc.ca for additional exhibit content and updates.
The museum is located at 850 River Rd., Prince George.
