How much space do you need? Despite being low on the population density list, Americans tend to take up a lot of space. In fact, the Sierra Club reports that an American's average "ecological footprint"—the space it takes to produce the resources he or she uses—is four times the world's average. Some people are trying to combat this by living small. Really small.
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Animal Inside Out
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The Last Reef
Take a thrilling underwater journey to explore the beauty and mysteries of coral reefs.
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Space Junk
A visually stunning exploration of our planet's perilous ring of orbiting debris.
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Building a Century of Progress
Revisit the memorable architectural and visual design of Chicago's 1933 World's Fair.
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Exploring the White City [SOLD OUT]
Tim Samuelson and Lisa M. Snyder present a virtual tour of the 1893 Columbian Exposition.
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The Wooded Isle and Gardens of the World's Fair
Cathy Maloney discusses the gardens of the World's Fairs and tours the Wooded Isle.
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