Title: Creation Museum
Post by: LoneMateria on October 17, 2009, 12:09:58 AM
Post by: LoneMateria on October 17, 2009, 12:09:58 AM
http://web.mit.edu/gjordan/www/creation/slides/_DSC2310.html
Above is the link to more then 40 photos taken from the creation museum. I'm pretty sure the person who took these photos is an atheist (though he could be a non-fundamentalist Christian). At the bottom of some of the photographs is a small description of what you are witnessing. At the very end is a video that I couldn't get to play. I always wondered what crazy shit was said in the Creation Museum and now I know.
Tell me what you think of this
Above is the link to more then 40 photos taken from the creation museum. I'm pretty sure the person who took these photos is an atheist (though he could be a non-fundamentalist Christian). At the bottom of some of the photographs is a small description of what you are witnessing. At the very end is a video that I couldn't get to play. I always wondered what crazy shit was said in the Creation Museum and now I know.
Tell me what you think of this
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: Whitney on October 17, 2009, 12:43:28 AM
Post by: Whitney on October 17, 2009, 12:43:28 AM
It's good to know that they think God gave creatures the ability to [strike:3ecjsyr1]evolve[/strike:3ecjsyr1] recover.
Dragon legends as an explanation for dinosaurs after the flood...:D
#38 is reaching. Is it common for humans to be buried with crocodiles, no...buried in the same layer, yes.
#39...ah, there's the kid with the dino; why is s/he not scared?
I can't get the video, that must be on slide 43, to display.
Dragon legends as an explanation for dinosaurs after the flood...:D
#38 is reaching. Is it common for humans to be buried with crocodiles, no...buried in the same layer, yes.
#39...ah, there's the kid with the dino; why is s/he not scared?
I can't get the video, that must be on slide 43, to display.
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: LoneMateria on October 17, 2009, 01:05:12 AM
Post by: LoneMateria on October 17, 2009, 01:05:12 AM
At least its not a problem with my compie. Yeah the explanations are ridiculous. I wonder if any of the people who created it or patron it have ever picked up a book about evolution. I was hoping for some primitive dinosaur hunters somewhere in there, or maybe Fred Flinstone . I thought it was funny that all the dinosaurs that made it onto Noah's Arc were supposedly no bigger then a sheep. I guess T-Rex evolved later then died out according to them.
. I thought it was funny that all the dinosaurs that made it onto Noah's Arc were supposedly no bigger then a sheep. I guess T-Rex evolved later then died out according to them.
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: McQ on October 17, 2009, 02:28:16 AM
Post by: McQ on October 17, 2009, 02:28:16 AM
He did a good job getting photos of the place.
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: Ultima22689 on October 17, 2009, 02:49:12 AM
Post by: Ultima22689 on October 17, 2009, 02:49:12 AM
Wow, there are some profoundly stupid people in this world and this is what happens when they get money. 
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: drew on October 21, 2009, 03:42:49 PM
Post by: drew on October 21, 2009, 03:42:49 PM
Awesome link... a fantastic view into the creationist worldview... to my shame I can remember promulgating this stuff...
Cheers,
Drew.
Cheers,
Drew.
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: Ellainix on October 22, 2009, 12:04:57 AM
Post by: Ellainix on October 22, 2009, 12:04:57 AM
Quotehttp://web.mit.edu/gjordan/www/creation/slides/_DSC2403.htmlrofl!
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: Ninteen45 on October 24, 2009, 03:23:31 PM
Post by: Ninteen45 on October 24, 2009, 03:23:31 PM
The video is of the pirates working on the ark making fun of noah.
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: susangail on October 26, 2009, 06:02:42 AM
Post by: susangail on October 26, 2009, 06:02:42 AM
Oh wow I'd heard of this place but to be honest I really didn't think it was legit...oh boy... roflol
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: SSY on October 27, 2009, 06:29:52 AM
Post by: SSY on October 27, 2009, 06:29:52 AM
Does anyone have that article where the Christians dressed up as atheists and went to the creation museum, and then they recalled the way in which they were treated? Always thought it was a compelling account, made better by the disbelief and realisation of the Christians writing it.
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: Ellainix on October 27, 2009, 06:34:37 AM
Post by: Ellainix on October 27, 2009, 06:34:37 AM
Quote from: "SSY"Does anyone have that article where the Christians dressed up as atheists and went to the creation museum, and then they recalled the way in which they were treated? Always thought it was a compelling account, made better by the disbelief and realisation of the Christians writing it.
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: hismikeness on October 27, 2009, 12:38:28 PM
Post by: hismikeness on October 27, 2009, 12:38:28 PM
I just want to go to this place, find a free way in so I don't support the stupid, and belly laugh at every exhibit and sign. Just point and laugh throughout the whole thing.
I mean Jesus... that is some brutal stuff in there.
Hismikeness
I mean Jesus... that is some brutal stuff in there.
Hismikeness
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: LoneMateria on October 27, 2009, 05:16:31 PM
Post by: LoneMateria on October 27, 2009, 05:16:31 PM
Quote from: "SSY"Does anyone have that article where the Christians dressed up as atheists and went to the creation museum, and then they recalled the way in which they were treated? Always thought it was a compelling account, made better by the disbelief and realisation of the Christians writing it.
I remember hearing about it. Didn't that happen years ago? I thought it was a couple of students who did it and they were treated poorly with people giving them dirty looks, being short with them or ignoring them and so on. You never know what the other side goes through until you put yourself in their shoes. I guess that experience gave those people a glimpse into our existence. Who knows maybe it will have some profound effect on them. Maybe they will realize we are constantly treated this way and it will clear up some misconceptions about us.
I don't remember who said it (I think I saw it in my quotable atheist book), "If you want to know who your real friends are then all you need to do is tell them you now believe the opposite of what you believe, if you are a Republican tell them you are now a Democrat if you are a Christian tell them you are an Atheist. Your real friends will stick by you the rest won't." (I think I captured the meaning but i'm pretty sure this isn't the actual quote)
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: SSY on October 28, 2009, 12:10:54 AM
Post by: SSY on October 28, 2009, 12:10:54 AM
My search foo is weak, some 285 atheists have visited it, which is blotting out all the other articles.
Very frustrating.
Very frustrating.
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: Reginus on October 28, 2009, 12:38:04 AM
Post by: Reginus on October 28, 2009, 12:38:04 AM
Quote from: "SSY"Does anyone have that article where the Christians dressed up as atheists and went to the creation museum, and then they recalled the way in which they were treated? Always thought it was a compelling account, made better by the disbelief and realisation of the Christians writing it.
Found something like this:
http://lunchboxsw.wordpress.com/2009/08 ... for-a-day/ (http://lunchboxsw.wordpress.com/2009/08/11/scarlet-a-for-a-day/)
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: Saeriva on March 16, 2010, 06:38:24 PM
Post by: Saeriva on March 16, 2010, 06:38:24 PM
I've heard of this "museum" before and am quite tempted to go to witness it for myself. From the photos it looks like it's quite a spectacle. I'm just not sure I can justify paying for this, especially since I know what kind of horrors my hard-won dollars would be going towards promoting.
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: Sophus on March 16, 2010, 07:38:15 PM
Post by: Sophus on March 16, 2010, 07:38:15 PM
If you want a sneak peak inside of it you can always watch Bill Maher's Religulous. I recall a triceratops with a saddle.
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: Saeriva on March 16, 2010, 07:43:18 PM
Post by: Saeriva on March 16, 2010, 07:43:18 PM
Quote from: "Sophus"If you want a sneak peak inside of it you can always watch Bill Maher's Religulous. I recall a triceratops with a saddle.
I have seen Religulous (I'd also like to go to that Holy Land theme park, that just looks like a wonderfully silly time), but there's just something about seeing it for yourself that's morbidly intriguing.
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: kelltrill on March 16, 2010, 10:30:42 PM
Post by: kelltrill on March 16, 2010, 10:30:42 PM
Where exactly is this museum? Does anyone know how much entrance costs? I would love to check it out when I come to the states ;)
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: pinkocommie on March 16, 2010, 11:54:15 PM
Post by: pinkocommie on March 16, 2010, 11:54:15 PM
From http://www.mahalo.com/creation-museum-coupons
The museum is in Petersburg, Kentucky.
Evidently there are hotels in the area that offer two adult tickets with the purchase of an overnight stay.
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Hours of Operation
* Monday - Thursday: 10:00 AM â€" 6:00 PM
* Fridays: 10:00 AM â€" 9:00 PM
* Saturdays: 9:00 AM â€" 6:00 PM
* Sundays: 12:00 Noon â€" 6:00 PM
#
2010 Admission Prices
* Adult (13-59): $21.95 (1 day), $29.95 (2-day pass)
* Senior (60+): $16.95 (1 day), $22.95 (2-day pass)
* Children (5-12): $11.95 (1 day), $14.95 (2-day pass)
* Children under 5 are free
(why the hell would you need or want a two day pass? From everything I've heard from others who have gone to the "museum" it's very linear and only takes about 2-3 hours to view everything they have.)
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Creation Museum Exhibits
1. Noah's Ark Construction Site
2. Dinosaur Den
3. Natural Selection Is Not Evolution
4. Walk Through Biblical History
5. Special Effects Theater
6. Created Cosmos
The museum is in Petersburg, Kentucky.
Evidently there are hotels in the area that offer two adult tickets with the purchase of an overnight stay.
#
Hours of Operation
* Monday - Thursday: 10:00 AM â€" 6:00 PM
* Fridays: 10:00 AM â€" 9:00 PM
* Saturdays: 9:00 AM â€" 6:00 PM
* Sundays: 12:00 Noon â€" 6:00 PM
#
2010 Admission Prices
* Adult (13-59): $21.95 (1 day), $29.95 (2-day pass)
* Senior (60+): $16.95 (1 day), $22.95 (2-day pass)
* Children (5-12): $11.95 (1 day), $14.95 (2-day pass)
* Children under 5 are free
(why the hell would you need or want a two day pass? From everything I've heard from others who have gone to the "museum" it's very linear and only takes about 2-3 hours to view everything they have.)
#
Creation Museum Exhibits
1. Noah's Ark Construction Site
2. Dinosaur Den
3. Natural Selection Is Not Evolution
4. Walk Through Biblical History
5. Special Effects Theater
6. Created Cosmos
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: kenh on March 17, 2010, 12:46:35 AM
Post by: kenh on March 17, 2010, 12:46:35 AM
The visitors in the pictures seem somewhat underwhelmed.
The exhibits seem to make a statement for science almost as much as religion, but then I guess I'm a bit biased.
The exhibits seem to make a statement for science almost as much as religion, but then I guess I'm a bit biased.
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: pinkocommie on March 17, 2010, 01:04:35 AM
Post by: pinkocommie on March 17, 2010, 01:04:35 AM
(https://www.happyatheistforum.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fv23%2Fpinkocommie%2Fcreozerg.jpg&hash=b5093487f1373f9eeaffb46e1e50192d601c8a30)
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: Evolved on March 27, 2010, 02:37:20 AM
Post by: Evolved on March 27, 2010, 02:37:20 AM
(https://www.happyatheistforum.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi284.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fll25%2FEvolveds_Photos%2Fpop.gif&hash=f7c97cde64c7ad22cd936a8568c810aea78b2bcd) "And God said 'let there be Steve'. And there was Steve. And God said 'let there be Tyrannosaurus rex'. And he was huge. And he ate Steve. And God said 'oh, shit'. And there was only one rib left from Steve. And God said 'let there be Eve'. And she was hot, and it was good. Then Adam rode in on a Triceratops."
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: Whitney on March 27, 2010, 03:57:41 AM
Post by: Whitney on March 27, 2010, 03:57:41 AM
If anyone in Texas wants to check out the creation museum in dinosaur valley Fellowship of Freethought, Univ. Tx Arlighton Freethinkers, and Univ Tx Dallas Atheists Secular Humanist (A.S.H.) are headed there on April 10th.
Here's the info: http://www.meetup.com/FoFDallas/calenda ... t&offset=0 (http://www.meetup.com/FoFDallas/calendar/12450390/?from=list&offset=0)
Here's the info: http://www.meetup.com/FoFDallas/calenda ... t&offset=0 (http://www.meetup.com/FoFDallas/calendar/12450390/?from=list&offset=0)
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: Gawen on March 28, 2010, 07:22:25 PM
Post by: Gawen on March 28, 2010, 07:22:25 PM
It is quite possible I'll be there.
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: Gawen on April 05, 2010, 11:20:40 AM
Post by: Gawen on April 05, 2010, 11:20:40 AM
I wrecked my motorcycle yesterday...I shant be going. Sorry...and I was looking forward to it.
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: Whitney on April 05, 2010, 05:09:48 PM
Post by: Whitney on April 05, 2010, 05:09:48 PM
Quote from: "Gawen"I wrecked my motorcycle yesterday...I shant be going. Sorry...and I was looking forward to it.
That sucks...I hope you are well.
I think there will be another trip planned out there again...perhaps in the fall. I'm not sure if I will make it this time now either.
Title: Re: Creation Museum
Post by: theTwiz on April 06, 2010, 07:37:22 AM
Post by: theTwiz on April 06, 2010, 07:37:22 AM
I wanna go but I have a wedding to go to that day. On a semi-related note, the bride-to-be told me that it was entirely my option whether or not to go to the ceremony, but that she wanted me at the reception regardless :(