Humpback whales are breaching into the spotlight in the Omnitheater at the Science Museum of Minnesota in St. Paul.

The Science Museum team wants to use this film to educate and answer questions people have about these underwater mammals, according to communications director Kim Ramsden.

“It’s beautiful. You’re going underwater and experiencing life with these gigantic creatures,” Ramsden said. “In addition, there’s a really interesting story of survival and how they came back from near extinction.”

The MacGillivray Freeman’s One World One Ocean foundation’s team created this film. Their ambition was to take viewers on an in-depth expedition alongside a group of scientists as they unlock the secrets of these creatures, according to Ramsden.

“We wanted to feature newer films in the omnitheater that are also very factual and tell an educating story that all audiences can enjoy,” Ramsden said. “MacGillivray Freeman offers those kinds of films.”

The Science Museum looks to educate people of all ages about the whales. They aim to raise awareness and inspire people on the topic of whale preservation, according to Ramsden  

“We want to see what younger generations will take away because they’re going out there deciding what they want to do in their life,” Ramsden said.

Senior Kelli Cook loves everything about these whales and said students at Park will gain something from the film.

“The whales are on the rise and we can all learn how to prevent whaling,” Cook said.

Opening day was Oct. 9. Tickets are $8 and all ages are welcome. Showtimes and ticket reservations are available on the Science Museum’s website at https://www.smm.org/whales.