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Episodes with Zeb: Giant Killer Catfish
Join Dr. Zeb Hogan, University of Nevada, Reno professor, National Geographic Explorer, and host of Nat Geo WILD’s “Monster Fish” for a narrated screening of the episode entitled “Giant Killer Catfish” from season six of his acclaimed television show. Dr. Hogan will introduce the episode by discussing the location and species being studied. After the episode screening, he will be available to answer questions, sign autographs and take photos. Don’t miss this opportunity to go behind the scenes with the scientist…
Find out more »Meet the Devils Hole Pupfish
Devils Hole pupfish have been regarded by some as the most rare species of fish on the planet, only existing in one location in central Nevada. As part of the Monster Fish: In Search of the Last River Giants exhibition, The Discovery has live pupfish on display. Visit the museum to learn more about this incredibly unique fish and find out why scientists think they’re a might be an example of modern evolution.
Find out more »Open Build
In The Shop, hands-on gets serious. During “open build” take your pick of real tools and materials to design and build nearly anything you can imagine. Best of all, whatever you create is yours to take home! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »Episodes with Zeb: 400 lb. Super Stinger
Join Dr. Zeb Hogan, University of Nevada, Reno professor, National Geographic Explorer, and host of Nat Geo WILD’s “Monster Fish” for a narrated screening of the episode entitled “400 lb. Super Stinger” from season six of his acclaimed television show. Dr. Hogan will introduce the episode by discussing the location and species being studied. After the episode screening, he will be available to answer questions, sign autographs and take photos. Don’t miss this opportunity to go behind the scenes with the…
Find out more »Open Build
In The Shop, hands-on gets serious. During “open build” take your pick of real tools and materials to design and build nearly anything you can imagine. Best of all, whatever you create is yours to take home! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »Battlebot Rumble
Visit Spark!Lab Smithsonian to put your robotic battle skills to the test. Using Lego building blocks, recycled materials, and your imagination, arm your ‘bot for battle against your fellow museum visitors. May the best ‘bot win!
Find out more »Battlebot Rumble
An event every day that begins at 9:30 am, repeating until August 13, 2016
Visit Spark!Lab Smithsonian to put your robotic battle skills to the test. Using Lego building blocks, recycled materials, and your imagination, arm your ‘bot for battle against your fellow museum visitors. May the best ‘bot win!
Find out more »Battlebot Rumble
Visit Spark!Lab Smithsonian to put your robotic battle skills to the test. Using Lego building blocks, recycled materials, and your imagination, arm your ‘bot for battle against your fellow museum visitors. May the best ‘bot win!
Find out more »Science Distilled: Fish Tales
Science Distilled, a new lecture series created by DRI and The Discovery, makes cutting-edge science approachable through presentations on current and curious topics held at hip locations in a social atmosphere. Fish tales: The monsters and the minis From the world’s largest fish to some of the smallest and most rare, join Science Distilled to traverse freshwater streams and rare ecosystems with Zeb Hogan, host of National Geographic’s “Monster Fish,” and Mark Hausner, hydrogeologist at Devils Hole. Learn about the…
Find out more »Explore Molecular Microbiology
Join students from the University of Nevada, Reno College of Science Molecular Microbiology & Immunology program to view the results of a unique project where a variety of cultures were mimicked for study using ordinary soap. You’ll also have the opportunity to learn about germs and create your own using Play-Doh.
Find out more »DIY Foam Stamps
Make an impression when you visit The Shop to create your own foam stamp. Create a pattern, cut out your shape, and then test your stamp’s imprint. Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can cause injury if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers practice the safe use of the tools and materials in this space.
Find out more »Visiting Artist: Ivy Ward
Visiting Artist, Ivy Ward will help you create your own Monster Fish inspired work of art using a unique painting technique that results in a 3-D effect. Note: Pre-registration is recommended as capacity for this program is limited. This session of The Discovery’s Visiting Artist program is supported by the Belosic family.
Find out more »DIY Foams Stamps
Make an impression when you visit The Shop to create your own foam stamp. Create a pattern, cut out your shape, and then test your stamp’s imprint. Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can cause injury if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers practice the safe use of the tools and materials in this space.
Find out more »Building with Biology
Explore the importance of the emerging field of synthetic biology through a variety of hands-on activities. Building with Biology is part of a nationwide festival of educational programs designed to encourage conversations between the public and scientists. The Building with Biology project is funded by the National Science Foundation and led by the Museum of Science, Boston. Building with Biology kits are developed and distributed nationwide in collaboration with the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), BioBuilder Educational…
Find out more »Building with Biology
An event every day that begins at 9:30 am, repeating until August 27, 2016
Explore the importance of the emerging field of synthetic biology through a variety of hands-on activities. Building with Biology is part of a nationwide festival of educational programs designed to encourage conversations between the public and scientists. The Building with Biology project is funded by the National Science Foundation and led by the Museum of Science, Boston. Building with Biology kits are developed and distributed nationwide in collaboration with the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), BioBuilder Educational…
Find out more »Building with Biology
Explore the importance of the emerging field of synthetic biology through a variety of hands-on activities. Building with Biology is part of a nationwide festival of educational programs designed to encourage conversations between the public and scientists. The Building with Biology project is funded by the National Science Foundation and led by the Museum of Science, Boston. Building with Biology kits are developed and distributed nationwide in collaboration with the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), BioBuilder Educational…
Find out more »Dismantle Day
Have you ever wondered, “What’s inside that,” or “How does that work?” Here’s your chance to find out. Visit The Shop and select from a variety of retired electronic and mechanical devices and let the deconstruction begin. Using available tools, you’ll be able to dismantled your object to find out exactly what makes it work. Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers…
Find out more »Tool Exploration
Visit each exploration station in The Shop to get your hands on a variety of tools. At each station, get your Tool Exploration passport stamped to earn your Discovery Toolsmith certification. Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »Tool Exploration
Visit each exploration station in The Shop to get your hands on a variety of tools. At each station, get your Tool Exploration passport stamped to earn your Discovery Toolsmith certification. Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »Cardboard Space City
Work with other museum visitors in Spark!Lab Smithsonian to create a cardboard model of a futuristic space community. This collaborative project will grow and change through Sunday, September 18, 2016, so make plans to visit the museum again to see how it turn out!
Find out more »Cardboard Space City
Work with other museum visitors in Spark!Lab Smithsonian to create a cardboard model of a futuristic space community. This collaborative project will grow and change through Sunday, September 18, 2016, so make plans to visit the museum again to see how it turn out!
Find out more »Tool Exploration
Visit each exploration station in The Shop to get your hands on a variety of tools. At each station, get your Tool Exploration passport stamped to earn your Discovery Toolsmith certification. Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »Cardboard Space City
An event every week that begins at 9:30 am on Wednesday, repeating until September 14, 2016
Work with other museum visitors in Spark!Lab Smithsonian to create a cardboard model of a futuristic space community. This collaborative project will grow and change through Sunday, September 18, 2016, so make plans to visit the museum again to see how it turn out!
Find out more »Cardboard Space City
An event every day that begins at 9:30 am, repeating until September 10, 2016
Work with other museum visitors in Spark!Lab Smithsonian to create a cardboard model of a futuristic space community. This collaborative project will grow and change through Sunday, September 18, 2016, so make plans to visit the museum again to see how it turn out!
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