The Building of the Ark Encounter (2016)
In this fast-paced new documentary, you will see the thrilling "backstory" of the building of the Ark Encounter. The hand of God is clear, so come along on a journey from the first brainstorming plan in 2004 to the Grand Opening in July 2016. Watch how this immense project came together. With behind -the-scenes interviews, beautiful fly-over footage, a time-lapse video of construction, a visit by former President Carter, and many other landmark moments, this DVD is one you will want to watch and share again and again. Hear from co-founders Ken Ham, Mark Looy, and Mike Zovath, plus lead exhibit designer Patrick Marsh and lead construction engineer LeRoy Troyer. Share the excitement! English subtitles. Approx. 30 minutes.
Director: Benjamin Wilt
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Brad Benbow as Self - Board Member |
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Craig Baker as Self - Board Member |
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Don Landis as Self - Chairman of the Board |
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Jenean Hampton as Self - Lieutenant Governor of Kentucky |
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Ken Ham as Self - President, CEO, and Co-founder |
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Mark Looy as Self - CCO, Vice President of Outreach, and Co-founder |
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Dan Manthei as Self - Board Member |
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Patrick Marsh as Self - Vice President of Attractions Design |
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Harry Morton as Self - Project Superintendent |
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Richard Skinner as Self - Mayor of Williamstown |
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Keenan Tompkins as Self - Owner of Colorado Timber Frame |
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LeRoy Troyer as Self - Lead Architect |
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Mike Zovath as Self - Chief Action Officer and Co-founder |
| Directing | Benjamin Wilt | Director |