We had a blast training to be agents of Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. at ExCel London recently, though according to my 9 year old, I was embarrassingly bad at everything. THAT’S MY ACTUAL JOB, KID!
Marvel’s Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. has now opened to the public – with a huge collection of Avengers movie-based props and interactive technology.
Buy tickets at www.avengersstation.co.uk now.
This is a multi-room experience that gives fans of all ages the chance to delve into the super-workings and backstory of each member of The Avengers.
S.T.A.T.I.O.N. is an acronym for Science Training and Tactical Intelligence Operative Network.
The Iron Man simulation experience
I took my eldest son and we experienced simulated flight and fighting in Iron Man’s suit, tried and failed to lift Thor’s hammer, and trained to be agents of the S.T.A.T.I.O.N. (I left my 6 year old at home – he’s not really into superheroes and there’s quite a lot to read on the wall displays.)
Highlights:
The Thor Observatory – dedicated to Thor Odinson, King of Asgard and son of Odin. Test your worthiness by attempting to lift Thor’s hammer, Mjölnir, view Thor’s outfits and study the universe and its current parameters using NASA’s EYE on the exoplanets program.
Check out Captain America’s personnel file and explore the cutting edge science that made Steve Rogers into Captain America.
Iron Man Engineering Bay – get up close and personal with Iron Man’s iconic suits of armour AND experience what simulated flight inside the suit would be like.
Ever wondered what Bruce Banner’s Lab looks like? Explore the Bio Lab transformation of Dr Banner’s superior brain as he morphs into The Hulk.
In a world first, and keeping up with the ever-expanding Marvel Cinematic Universe, London’s Marvel’s Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. experience includes NEW character displays on Black Panther, The Wasp and Thanos.
NASA has provided a super-powered dose of science and technology to enhance the authenticity of the experience.
It’s also a thrilling learning experience for schoolchildren, amplifying the scientific themes and characters that are core to Marvel stories. There are also comprehensive educational materials available for teachers.
You can also buy Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. merchandise, so start assembling your Christmas lists now.
TICKETS
Buy tickets at www.avengersstation.co.uk. Child tickets (age 4-13) cost £14, adult tickets (age 14+) are £25, and family tickets start at £60. Group tickets for 10 or more are also available.
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A complete and utter waste of money and a rip off. Somebody is making a fortune by exploiting “Marvel” and “Avengers”. Do something better with your money such as burying it in the garden or by giving it to charity. Situated in a series of outbuildings that aren’t even part of the main Excel complex – and completed withing 35 minutes. Its amazing how you can describe a load of TV’s, lights, costumes and iPods as an interactive exhibition. Avoid like the plague.
It took us a lot longer than 35 minutes