Grossology: A Squishy, Oozy Adventure coming to MOSI September 14!

Get ready to be enGROSSed in an experience that’SNOT to be missed! This fall, MOSI, Tampa’s Museum of Science & Industry, is bringing you an exhibit that’s equal parts fun and fascinating: Grossology: The (Impolite) Science of the Human Body, presented by Florida Blue.

Starting Sept. 14, and included with your MOSI admission, this limited-time exhibit is a must-see (and must-smell!) for curious kids and their families.

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Dive into the slimy, stinky and utterly intriguing world of Grossology, where the science of the human body gets a playful twist. This exhibit is all about the gross stuff our bodies do  — like burping, sweating and even oozing snot — and it’s packed with interactive fun that will make you giggle and gasp!

Meet Nigel Nose-It-All and Other Wacky Characters

You’ll come nose-to-nose with Nigel Nose-It-All, a towering 9-foot-tall animatronic character who’s an expert on all things snotty. Get up close and personal with Nigel as he explains the mysteries of allergies and sinuses. But that’s just the beginning!

Climb the Human Skin Wall

Do you have what it takes to climb the Human Skin Wall? This one-of-a-kind climbing experience features hand and foot holds that look like warts, hairs, wounds and pimples. It’s a gross-out challenge that’s both fun and educational, helping kids understand the skin they’re in.

Burp Man and Other Gross Games

Join the fun with Burp Man, a hilarious interactive station where you pump him full of soda from a giant can and help him let out a gassy belch. It’s not just funny — it’s a lesson in the science of gas and digestion! Plus, sniff out different body odors, play a life-sized game of Operation and much more.

Science Fun for Everyone

Grossology is based on the bestselling book by Sylvia Branzei, who believes in bringing science to life in all its sneezy, crusty and gloopy glory. “This is science in disguise,” says Branzei. “If we teach students in their own words, they’ll understand better and actually learn something.”

MOSI CEO John Graydon Smith agrees. “We take topics you’re curious or unsure about and bring them to life in a fun way,” he says. “Here, it’s what’s going on inside your body. Next, it could be drones or A.I. Working with partners like Florida Blue, MOSI is ready to break down barriers so everyone can explore and learn together.”

Why You Can’t Miss Grossology

This exhibit is a fantastic opportunity for families to discover how the human body works in the most entertaining way possible. It’s packed with sophisticated animatronics, hands-on exhibits and plenty of “gross” facts that will leave you amazed.

So, mark your calendars for Sept. 14 and get ready to sniff, squish and slime your way through MOSI’s Grossology exhibit. It’s science like you’ve never experienced before — oozy, drippy, and totally unforgettable!

*Presented by MOSI | Originally published in the September 2024 issue of Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine.