Family Science Lab
April 9 & 24
Botany Lab
Explore the world of plants using a hands-on approach. Families work together to dissect a flower and use a microscope to examine the parts closely. Lab fee applies. More info>>
Time: 2 – 3 p.m.April 9 & 24
Botany Lab
Explore the world of plants using a hands-on approach. Families work together to dissect a flower and use a microscope to examine the parts closely. Lab fee applies. More info>>
Recommended for grades 3 to 8
Neuroimaging Genetics: How Genes Influence the Brain
April 18 7 – 8 p.m.
Free
Speaker: Tricia Thornton-Wells, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Molecular Physiology and Biophysics, Vanderbilt Kennedy Center for Research on Human Development.
Is
DNA a blueprint for the brain? Learn about the neuroimaging
technologies that give us a window into brain structure and function.Free
Speaker: Tricia Thornton-Wells, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Molecular Physiology and Biophysics, Vanderbilt Kennedy Center for Research on Human Development.
More info>>
Celebrate Science with Earth Day Activities
April 20
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Make a Weather Station, including a windsock, rain gauge and anemometer (included with General Admission).
11:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.
Weather Lab with Ms. Frizzle (registration and additional fee applies).
April 20
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Make a Weather Station, including a windsock, rain gauge and anemometer (included with General Admission).
11:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.
Weather Lab with Ms. Frizzle (registration and additional fee applies).
Scholars’ Day
Students who earned an “A” on their most recent report card in science or math enter FREE on April 20 when accompanied by one (1) adult at full admission price!
More info>>
Students who earned an “A” on their most recent report card in science or math enter FREE on April 20 when accompanied by one (1) adult at full admission price!
More info>>
NanoDays and DNA Day
April 27
April 27
NanoDays,
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Learn about the miniscule world of atoms, molecules,
and nanoscale forces. Explore how 3D images are made, investigate new
nano products and materials, and imagine what the world might look like
if we could build an elevator to space!
DNA
Day, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. In partnership with Vanderbilt’s Center for Human
Genetics Research, national DNA Day is a unique event where students,
teachers and the public can learn more about genetics and genomics!
Both events included with General Admission.
More info>>
Sign Up for Summer Camps
ScienceQuest
Camp encourages kids in grades K-9 to actively discover and examine
concepts for themselves, while forming friendships and having fun! Check
out the wide range of science enrichment programs offered this summer. Hurry – they’re filling up fast!
More info>>
Other Upcoming Events
April 6 –
Bailey STEM Students Showcase
April 13 – Stratford High School Robotics Team Demo
April 28 – Magic School Bus exhibit closes
April 13 – Stratford High School Robotics Team Demo
April 28 – Magic School Bus exhibit closes
STAR PARTIES
Friday, April 5
7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Bowie Park, Fairview
Saturday, April 13
7:30 - 10:30 p.m.
Adventure Science Center
Friday, May 3
8:30 - 10:30 p.m.
Bells Bend Outdoor Center
Join us and the Barnard-Seyfert Astronomical Society for a look at the spring night sky.Friday, April 5
7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Bowie Park, Fairview
Saturday, April 13
7:30 - 10:30 p.m.
Adventure Science Center
Friday, May 3
8:30 - 10:30 p.m.
Bells Bend Outdoor Center
Look for Jupiter!
Learn about what's happening in the night sky this month.
Learn about what's happening in the night sky this month.
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