Traveling OUR BODY: The Universe Within Exhibit Comes to Omaha

An eye-opening and educational exhibition comprised of actual human bodies and organs will make its Midwest debut in Omaha. OUR BODY: The Universe Within (ourbodyomaha.com) will be on display at The Capitol District, 225 N. 12th Street, May 5 to July 31, with the option of extending the exhibition based on demand.

OUR BODY: The Universe Within exposes the inner workings of human anatomy by presenting actual human specimens, anatomical displays, reproductions of historic anatomical artwork and much more. By presenting an artful, compelling and dignified environment, guests will connect with the human artifacts on a personal level that will help them to better understand their own bodies. The exhibit includes approximately 15 whole body specimens and 49 display cases containing more than 110 organs and specimens.

The self-guided tour includes four touch specimens: liver, brain, kidney and heart. Appropriate for all ages, three supplemental guides are available online for families, sixth through eighth graders and high school students.

OUR BODY: The Universe Within is produced by The Universe Within Touring Company, LLC. Adult tickets to OUR BODY: The Universe Within start at $15. Discounted tickets are available for seniors (ages 65 and up), $12; Military personnel and family, $12; students, $12; and children ages 5 to 14, $10. Children age four and under are free. An adult must accompany all children under the age of 12. In addition, OUR BODY offers special pricing for groups and schools.

For more information, please visit ourbodyomaha.com.