I earlier wrote about America in Miniature, the first miniature theme park in the United States, a planned companion to the 50-plus other miniatures of nations around the world. Edward van de Meer, who leads the America in Miniature venture, subsequently wrote to share with me America in Miniature's updated design (see the thumbnail) and its acquisition of additional executive talent. Edward also wanted to make these points:

1. More than three-quarters of all miniature theme park visitors are adults. We are not Legoland: we'll welcome kids, but America in Miniature, like other miniature theme parks, is designed for adult enjoyment.

2. Education, education, education! At America in Miniature, a major effort will be made regarding education about the United States, its geography, history, and culture.

3. America in Miniature will be the only indoor miniature park in the world. In Las Vegas, providing a climate-controlled environment will benefit our guests and the miniature models alike. Also, we can take visitors from day-time to night-time at will.

4. “Patriotism.” How far can we take this? In the end, I promise an amazing experience, seeing all the beauty this country has to offer! Our mission statement reads, “Provide a guest experience well beyond the visitor's expectation.”

Interested parties -- especially potential investors -- are invited to write to Edward directly.