The Vader Museum will host an interactive exhibit titled "Level Up! The Evolution of Video Games" that will explore the history and development of video games through games from different eras, activities, and lectures from industry experts. The exhibit will have its opening night on February 21st with special events like performances and tournaments, and will run through March 15th. The museum is applying for a NYSCA grant to help fund flights and accommodations for guest speakers at the opening night events.

1. LEVEL UP!
An interactive video game exhibition

2. “Fredonia, New York—The Vader Museum announced a new
interactive exhibit that will open in February featuring the history
of video games.
The exhibit is titled Level Up! The Evolution of Video Games. It
will explore music, art, and a variety of aspects of the creation of
video games. It will include games from the past and present to
represent each main era of video game history.
This exhibition is expected to include approximately 70 games
with the ability to interact with selected games. There will also be
several directed activities for both children and adults throughout
its time at the museum.
Opening night events will include lectures by Bungie’s Alex
Seropian and Nintendo’s Koji Kondo, musical performances,
special lotteries, and chances to win unique video game prizes. It
will also include a plethora of food and a giant Pac Man game that
can be played by those attending.
The exhibit runs from February 21st to March 15th”

3. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Children ages 3-10 - Coloring, video game tournaments, games*
5:00 - 6:00 : Alex Seropian - Bungie Lecture
6:00 - 7:00 : Reception / Free time
7:00 - 7:30 : Koji Kondo - Pre-concert talk
7:30 - 8:30 : Nintendo Concert
8:30 - 9:15 : Reception
9:15 - 10:30 : Pokemon X&Y event / Free time
*Supervised children’s activities available throughout

4. SYMPHONY OF THE GODDESS
PERFORMANCE
With the release of The Legend of
Zelda: Skyward Sword came the release
of a fully orchestrated Legend of Zelda
cd. There were two worldwide concert
tours of this music, and now we bring
this music to our museum. Performed by
the Fredonia College Symphony, The
Symphony of The Goddess will be
performed at the Vader Museum on
opening night.
Symphony of the Goddess Video

5. VISITING ARTISTS: KOJI KONDO & ALEX
SEROPIAN

6. OPENING NIGHT ADMISSION FEES
$50 for admission to one event
$75 for admission to both events
$100 for early tour (4:00pm) and admission to both events
Additional $20 for Pokemon event *
* Not included in $100 tour/event package
** Children’s activities free

8. IN OUR COLLECTION
Nintendo:
Nintendo Commodore - Tetris
Nintendo Entertainment System - Super Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda
Super Nintendo Entertainment System - The Legend of Zelda : A Link to the Past, Megaman X
Nintendo 64 - Super Mario 64, Super Smash Bros. The Legend of Zelda : Ocarina of Time, Goldeneye
Gameboy Color - Pokemon Red, Yellow, Silver, Crystal
Nintendo Gamecube - Super Mario Sunshine, Super Smash Bros. Melee, The Legend of Zelda : Windwaker,
The Legend of Zelda : Twilight Princess
Nintendo DS - The Legend of Zelda : Phantom Hourglass, Pokemon Heart Gold & Soul Silver, Black &
White
Nintendo Wii - Super Mario Galaxy, Super Smash Bros. Brawl, The Legend of Zelda : Skyward Sword, Mario
Bros. Wii

9. Microsoft:
Xbox: Fable, Halo, Halo 2, Doom 3, Elder Scrolls: Morrowind
Xbox 360: Halo ¾, Fable 2 and 3, Gears of War series, Forza Motorsport.
Sony:
Sony PlayStation: Crash Bandicoot 3: Warped, Crash Team Racing, Spyro the Dragon.
Sony PlayStation 2: Jack and Daxter Series, Rachet and Clank Series, Kingdom Hearts.
Sony Playstation 3: Tomb Raider, Uncharted Series, The Last of Us,
Sega:
Genesis: Sonic the Hedghog, Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Battletoads
Sega Dreamcast: Sonic Adventures, Sonic Adventures 2, Crazy Taxi
Arcade Games:
Galaga, Pacman, Dig Dug, Street Fighter

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11. GOAL
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Level Up! Is an interactive video game exhibit that will educate
visitors about the evolution of video games.Visual, musical and
technological developments will be explored in an exciting,
engaging, family friendly environment.

12. TIMELINE
February 14th - Building / Installation
February 19th - Test all electronics
February 21st - Opening night
March 15th - Closing night
March 16th-18th - Take down exhibition

13. Speakers:
BUDGET
Alex Seropian ($320 total)
[Flight from Chicago - Buffalo round trip $170
(2/20/14 - 2/23/14)
(8) 49” HDTVs - $4,000
White Inn 3 nights - $150]
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(1) Projector - $300
Koji Kondo ($1205 total)
[Flight from Tokyo - Buffalo round trip $1055
(2/20/14 - 2/23/14)
White Inn 3 nights - $150]
Pre-Concert lecture - Free
Fredonia College Symphony performance - Free
Grand Total: $6,753
Reception:
Assume 300 people
Cheese/Pepperoni Platter$95.00
Sheet Cake- $50.00
Cookies- $185.00
Fresh Fruit Bowl- $82.50
Coffee- $39.00
Water- $337.50
Punch- $39.00
Total Catering = $928.00

14. GRANT
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In order to afford flights and accommodations for guest speakers,
we must apply for a NYSCA grant. We are applying for a
decentralization grant in the amount of $3,500. There will be a
surplus of $747 to allow for any issues during the exhibition.
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http://www.myartscouncil.net/uploads/8/0/6/4/8064813/ca_application_questions2014.pdf
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http://www.myartscouncil.net/uploads/8/0/6/4/8064813/ca_budget_2014.pdf