Noah’s ark was a massive ship, built at God’s command, that saved Noah, his family, and representatives of every kind of land-dependent, air-breathing animal from the global flood that took place over 4,300 years ago.

Noah’s Ark is one of the few stories most people recognize. The beloved child’s tale of an overstuffed bathtub toy filled with all sorts of lovable creatures has been a favorite of many. But how does this story compare with the historical account recorded for us in the Bible?

Come meet Noah’s family at Ark Encounter and see how they lived on board the Ark. Ticket Options Explore more about the real Noah's Ark at Answers in Genesis

Pod, the lovable robot, will be your guide as you witness the building of Noah’s ark, experience the flood, venture inside the ark with the animals, and more—including some exciting surprises along the way!

After the flood waters receded, Noah and his family prepared to leave the Ark along with all of the animals. Do you know what happened next?

Experience Bible history at the life-size Noah’s Ark! Meet Noah, his family, and the animals on the Ark. The family-friendly Ark Encounter theme park near Cincinnati also features a zoo, zip lines, and timber-frame restaurant.

The Ark was not only home to representatives of all land-dwelling, air-breathing animal kinds. It was also home to Shem, who would become the great (x7) grandfather of Abraham, through whom the whole world would be blessed in his descendant, Jesus Christ.

Sep 21, 2023 · How many of each land animal kind did Noah actually bring onto the ark? Two? Seven of some? Seven pairs of some? What about the birds? Why are we even asking these questions?

Feb 20, 2025 · When you visit the life-size Noah’s Ark at the Ark Encounter, you’ll see Noah’s family taking part in a variety of jobs that might have needed to be performed during their time on the ark. There were many different jobs on the ark—which one would you want?

Ark Encounter Location. place 1 Ark Encounter Drive Williamstown, KY 41097 (see directions) Just west of the intersection of KY-36 and I-75 (at exit 154).