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Social Science: True Crime
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Discover your inner sleuth when you explore the science that solves crimes. Apply your own wound, create blood spatter artwork, see what it’s like to be buried alive, gather evidence from crime scenes, test your crime committing knowledge in a trivia challenge, and much more! Labs, lectures and experiences at this Social Science will include: Autopsy Science In this lecture, explore topics like time of death, postmortem changes, patterns of injury, and a step-by-step presentation of the autopsy process from…
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Members-only Preview: Survival of the Slowest
Reno, NV 89501 United States
The Discovery invites you to an exclusive, members-only opportunity to see Survival of the Slowest, the exciting new featured exhibition that explores the often-overlooked species that have used their disadvantages to help them survive—and even thrive—in a world where large, strong, and fast animals are often at the top of the food chain. This world-class exhibition will allow visitors to get up close and personal with more than 15 live animals including a two-toed sloth, red-footed tortoise, green iguana, four-toed hedgehog, bearded…
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Survival of the Slowest Exhibition Opening
Reno, NV 89501 United States
The Discovery invites you to Survival of the Slowest, the exciting new featured exhibition that explores the often-overlooked species that have used their disadvantages to help them survive—and even thrive—in a world where large, strong, and fast animals are often at the top of the food chain. This world-class exhibition will allow visitors to get up close and personal with more than 15 live animals including a two-toed sloth, red-footed tortoise, green iguana, four-toed hedgehog, bearded dragon, ball python, and more! Visitors…
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Chemistry of the Cocktail
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Prepare for an exotic expedition of epic proportions at Chemistry of the Cocktail – The Discovery’s annual fundraising event. Tour uncharted jungle scenery and view rare and unfamiliar animal species, as you sample jungle-inspired cocktails, enjoy a delicious menu created by the experts at Blend, and take part in hands-on mixology experiments, all while providing much-needed financial support for The Discovery.
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