Yes, but they may be checked for security.
Yes
Yes, you can bring in a backpack etc.... You aren't allowed to eat or drink in the exhibit area.
I had one.
Yes, I was walking around with one.
Yes but there are lockers you can rent if you so choose.
Yes they are
Yes. I was wearing one.
I saw other people with backpacks.
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