Finding clues, testing evidence, uncovering secrets—it’s all part of the game at this month’s mystery-themed First Friday! Join us for a night of “whodunits” and solve a historical forensics murder mystery. We’ll gather clues around the museum in your detective’s notebook and test our answers against a panel of experts. Play matching games, tour a […]
Want to know what really happens in a laboratory? Want to meet scientists doing cutting-edge research in physics, medicine, biochemistry, and more? Then let’s Start Talking Science! At this First Friday event, dozens of researchers from local universities will present their innovative projects and answer your questions live. Stop in our museum to explore the […]
Want to know what really happens in a laboratory? Want to meet scientists doing cutting-edge research in physics, medicine, biochemistry, and more? Then let’s Start Talking Science! At this First Friday event, dozens of researchers from local universities will present their innovative projects and answer your questions live. Stop in our museum to explore the […]
Ever wondered what gives lift to cakes, or why a batch of cookies failed? What’s the secret? Science! This First Friday, take a journey through the kitchen and the chemistry lab as we look at the delicious side of food science! Join us in exploring the chemistry of baking, browse a pop-up of vintage cookbooks, […]
Synthetic plastics—once heralded as the materials of the future—are now recognized as a growing environmental threat. But when did our wonder and excitement about plastic products transform into anxiety and doubt? When Did Plastics Become a Problem? Join us for a lively panel discussion featuring expert speakers who will explore this question by examining the […]
