I've never been to Narnia.
At least not in person. I've been many times in my imagination. And spent many times looking/wishing to find a door between our world and theirs....But my latest read has me longing as much as ever to find such a magical world. I am now wanting to read the seven books again, especially to my kids...
That I'd like to see.
Showing posts with label Chronicles of Narnia. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Chronicles of Narnia. Show all posts
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Monday, December 7, 2009
The Chronicles of Narnia Exhibit
I had never been to The Chronicles of Narnia Exhibit.
Though I have long wished of getting into Narnia! The exhibit is as close as I've been able to come. Last Monday we began our journey at the attic. First you see a small collection of some of C.S. Lewis' books and things. Then, the doors to the attic open. You find yourself in a small room with stained glass. You can hear the thunderstorm and see the rain dripping down the panes. And of course in front of you is the Wardrobe. As the doors to the wardrobe swung open I began tearing up...
I loved walking through the wardrobe doors between the fur coats (though in my imagination it would have been a bit different.) Seeing the lamppost with the snow falling down was the epitome of stepping into Narnia. Though I never saw a funny little creature with a red scarf carrying an umbrella and packages....
The exhibit is mostly filled with things from the movie. It is interesting and I enjoyed seeing the items like the White Witch's robe and ice crowns. The cold throne was fun for the kids. I enjoyed learning how Lewis had read Einstein's ideas to weave the passing of time throughout his stories. The kids got to see a catapult demonstration and find out how heavy armor might have been. I enjoyed walking under the swords of the centaurs up to the throne. There were some fun things to see. It was definitely worth the group price of $5 per person. As for the regular price of $25 per person, I think it is a bit steep for the collection (or any exhibit for that matter!) It is a fun exhibit for any Narnia enthusiast to view.
That I'd like to see.
Though I have long wished of getting into Narnia! The exhibit is as close as I've been able to come. Last Monday we began our journey at the attic. First you see a small collection of some of C.S. Lewis' books and things. Then, the doors to the attic open. You find yourself in a small room with stained glass. You can hear the thunderstorm and see the rain dripping down the panes. And of course in front of you is the Wardrobe. As the doors to the wardrobe swung open I began tearing up...
I loved walking through the wardrobe doors between the fur coats (though in my imagination it would have been a bit different.) Seeing the lamppost with the snow falling down was the epitome of stepping into Narnia. Though I never saw a funny little creature with a red scarf carrying an umbrella and packages....
The exhibit is mostly filled with things from the movie. It is interesting and I enjoyed seeing the items like the White Witch's robe and ice crowns. The cold throne was fun for the kids. I enjoyed learning how Lewis had read Einstein's ideas to weave the passing of time throughout his stories. The kids got to see a catapult demonstration and find out how heavy armor might have been. I enjoyed walking under the swords of the centaurs up to the throne. There were some fun things to see. It was definitely worth the group price of $5 per person. As for the regular price of $25 per person, I think it is a bit steep for the collection (or any exhibit for that matter!) It is a fun exhibit for any Narnia enthusiast to view.
That I'd like to see.
Monday, May 19, 2008
Prince Caspian
I've never been to see Prince Caspian.
This second in the Chronicles of Narnia films was released over the weekend. My nephews have seen it and said it was good. Not like the book of course, but good. They plan to see it again too. Last week my oldest nephew read a quote from USA Today that said this movie is "darker and more mature" than the previous one (Lion, Witch and Wardrobe.) Still I am hopeful that this will be a good movie that the whole family can enjoy.
That I'd like to see.
This second in the Chronicles of Narnia films was released over the weekend. My nephews have seen it and said it was good. Not like the book of course, but good. They plan to see it again too. Last week my oldest nephew read a quote from USA Today that said this movie is "darker and more mature" than the previous one (Lion, Witch and Wardrobe.) Still I am hopeful that this will be a good movie that the whole family can enjoy.
That I'd like to see.
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