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The John S. Dyson New York Energy Zone, New York Power Authority’s state-of-the-art science center located next to the Utica Zoo, will conduct an official ribbon cutting ceremony in partnership with the Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce, on Wednesday, July 20^th at 4:30 PM at 35 Utica Zoo Way, next to the Utica Zoo. Light refreshments will be served and attendees will be offered a guided tour and overview of the facility.

The New York Energy Zone is a fully-immersive and hands-on experience designed for visitors of all ages, guiding guests on a powerful journey through the past, present, and future of electricity. Visits to the 15,000 square-foot facility kick off with an eye-popping 3-D movie, directed by legendary filmmaker Douglas Trumbull, about famed inventor Nikola Tesla and his contributions to modern electricity systems. This sets the stage for more than 40 interactive displays and games. These range from flying a drone to checking transmission lines to operating a power plant and building a table-top microgrid.

“The Energy Zone celebrates the rich story of electricity and the pioneering role New York State and New Yorkers played in it,” says Mario Roefaro, New York Power Authority director of community relations. “And we do this through interactive and immersive experiences that are as fun as they are educational.”

The Energy Zone is open every day from 10 am to 5 pm; the last showing of the 12-minute, 3-D movie is at 4:15 p.m.  Allow 60 to 90 minutes for most visits.  Group Tours can be scheduled by calling 315-792-8720 or emailing EnergyZone@nypa.gov. Individuals or groups of less than ten persons may walk-in without reservations. Admission and parking for the New York Energy Zone are free.

For more information about the facility, visit nypa.gov/nyenergyzone.

About NYPA

NYPA is the largest state electric utility in the nation, operating 16 generating facilities and more than 1,400 circuit‑miles of transmission lines. More than 80 percent of the electricity NYPA produces is clean renewable hydropower. NYPA uses no tax money or state credit. It finances its operations through the sale of bonds and revenues earned in large part through sales of electricity. For more information, visit www.nypa.gov and follow us on Twitter @NYPAenergy, Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr, and LinkedIn.