I’d been anxious to visit the Ark Encounter in Kentucky since it opened in July of last year, and last week we finally made it. It didn’t disappoint!
 

 
What impressed me the most was the degree of careful planning and deliberation evidenced in every aspect of the construction. These present day descendents of Noah have complete faith in the Biblical narrative of the flood. And it was clear that they approached the project with that conviction, knowing that if Noah could find a way to build a massive ark, fill it with hundreds of animals, feed and water all those creatures, and keep everyone alive until more than a year later when the waters receded – then they could closely replicate such a vessel in the 21st century.
 
This is the center of the Ark ➡ An ancient atrium
 
Running along the middle of the roof are panels that can be adjusted to keep the rain out and/or let light in.
 
 
 

 
There are several vignettes throughout, featuring Noah and members of his family engaged in various activities
 
 
We were impressed by the sheer scale of the construction as well how the interior was configured to make the most efficient use of the space, and the way every exigency seemed to have been anticipated and planned for.

 
If you already believe that the biblical account of creation and the flood are true, a visit to the Ark will only strengthen your faith. If you’re a skeptic, may I suggest that you suspend you disbelief and go with an open mind. The Holy Spirit might just open your heart.
 

“God brought Noah through the catastrophic storm, showing him mercy and grace during the judgment. Noah was faithful in his generation to honor the Creator and do as He commanded. We are all descendents of Noah and should follow his example. Our storm of judgment is coming, and the Lord has offered mercy and grace through His Son, Jesus Christ. Honor the God of heaven and earth. Follow Him and live forever.”
 

~ From a plaque on “The Ark”

 
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Related:
Bill Nye “aboard” the Ark