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Sunrise Science- Chemistry in a Cone: The Science of Ice Cream
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesIn this talk, Gelati Celesti Ice Cream President Steve Rosser will share the details about how air factors into the churning process, the specialized equipment used, the methods of creating exotic and complex flavor profiles and even which flower you're eating when you enjoy a classic flavor. Sunrise Science events begin at 8 a.m. Doors ...
Minds of All Kinds
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesA sensory-friendly evening developed for guests with disabilities. Enjoy a less crowded environment as you get hands-on with activities designed to pique curiosity and inspire discovery. Registration is required. ...
Earth Day at the Science Museum of Virginia
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesAn activity-packed festival exploring sustainability, natural resources, and environmental science. Plus, there will be food trucks, adult beverages, vendors, community partners, and more. Earth Day activities are included with Science Museum admission, which is only $10 on April 13. ...
$10 Days at the Science Museum of Virginia
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesAn environmental science-focused festival for nature lovers of all ages for the special discounted price of just $10. Dome features require additional tickets. Science Museum members and children two and younger, as well as active-duty military, retired military, veterans and teachers with ID receive free exhibition admission every day. Further discounted tickets are available through ...
Eclipse Viewing Party at the Science Museum of Virginia
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesCelebrate the exciting celestial event with interactive astronomy-themed activities such as sun proints and pinhole cameras on The Green, the Science Museum’s newly enhanced campus greenspace. Guests can purchase viewing glasses in the gift shop so they can experience the solar eclipse for themselves. Activities taking place on The Green will be free. Science Museum ...
Sunrise Science-From Engineer to Executive: How STEM Can Shape Diverse Paths
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesIn this talk, Senior Vice President of Loyalty for Latin America at Mastercard Mariana Fonseca Medina will share her inspirational journey of challenging misconceptions in a male-dominated field. She will showcase how her civil engineering background transitioned into a kaleidoscopic career in different industries with roles in finance, marketing, consulting and strategy in numerous Latin ...
$10 Days
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesCelebrate reopening on Mondays by making the first one only $10 to visit! Science Museum members and children two and younger, as well as active-duty military, retired military, veterans, and teachers with ID receive free exhibition admission every day. Further discounted tickets are available through the Museums for All program. Dome features require additional tickets. ...
Secrets of the Sea: Opening Weekend
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesThe Science Museum is debuting the new giant screen film Secrets of the Sea on March 1 and to celebrate, they’re diving in head-first. On opening weekend March 2 and 3, they’re washing away all the other films from the schedule and making a big splash with the new offering. On Saturday, March 2, Secrets ...
GLOW at the Science Museum of Virginia
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesGroove at a glow dance party, sip luminescent drinks, make constellation creations, challenge your friends to glow games, craft black light spin art, reveal secret messages using special lights and more. Experience a live Science of Glow demo at 3:30, 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. and enjoy a guided journey through the cosmos with an astronomer ...
Teacher Open House
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesTeachers have the chance to speak directly with Science Museum educators to learn all the ins and outs of group programming. How many students can attend a live demo? How ...
Science Museum of Virginia $10 Days
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesThe discounted admission includes permanent exhibitions, labs, makerspace, and demos. Dome features and admission to the summer touring exhibition require additional tickets. ...
Sunrise Science-Here, There and Everywhere: AI in Our Lives Today
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesSunrise Science is a new speaker series where people with really big (and cool) jobs will pour out a little of their expertise, experience and insight into the ways our world is shaped by science. Registration is required. Prem Natarajan will provide a brief overview of the history of AI and how far we've come, ...
Favorite Things at the Science Museum of Virginia
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesA packed schedule of five popular Dome features each day that will take you on epic journeys around the world and beyond. Science Tapas for you to taste each day from 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Some tapas are more adventurous than others--like tasty bugs and spicy peppers. Three live demos each day! Check out Radical Reactions, ...
Dominion Energy Christmas Parade
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesFeatures local heroes, marching bands, dance troupes, giant helium balloons, floats, and Legendary Santa. ...
Model Railroad Show
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesEnjoy a holiday tradition with all the bells and whistles. They are offering timed entry to help moderate the flow of guests throughout the weekend. Advanced tickets are strongly recommended, including members, as popular time slots are expected to sell out. ...
Richmond Habitat for Humanity’s Annual Youth LEGO Build
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesLearn about Habitat for Humanity at this fun, annual LEGO build competition. This event is targeted towards youth between the ages of 5 and 12. Families can compete as well, (no more than 2 adults) and youth between the ages of 5 to 12. All LEGOs are provided. ...
Science Museum of Virginia, Sunrise Science Event
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesSunrise Science is a new speaker series where people with big (and cool) jobs pour out their insights into the ways our world is shaped by science. Dr. Rick Spinrad, Undersecretary for Commerce, Oceans and Atmosphere and 11th NOAA Administrator will share about the interconnectedness of our oceans and our daily lives.Registration is required- simply ...
Youth Mental Health Summit
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesThis educational event to explore solutions to Virginia's youth mental health crisis through the lens of community healing. Workshops will include updates on new state investments in youth mental health care, how to cultivate and protect mental wellness among LGBTQ+ youth, how to shift the narrative on youth mental health, self-care strategies, and more. ...
2023 Amplify Awards
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesVoices for Virginia's Children, a statewide non-profit organization dedicated to championing public policies and legislation that achieve positive and equitable outcomes for young people, is proud to announce its 2023 Amplify Awards. Voices believes that the strongest way to advocate for young people is to pass them the mic. Its 2023 Amplify Awards honorees are ...
¡Virginia Fiesta!
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesA celebration of science and culture that will highlight the amazing contributions of the Hispanic community in Virginia. ...
Teacher Open House
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesField trip season is near. This Teacher Open House is a pre-registered event that invites teachers to learn about group programming and be wowed by all the Science Museum has to offer. Teachers will have the chance to speak directly with Science Museum educators to learn all the ins and outs of group programming. ...
Wild Kratts: Creature Power!
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesGet transported to the Wild Kratts world, where creature adventures and wide-ranging STEM experiences abound. This features diverse environments that immerse children and families in explorations of animals, habitats, and the relationships between them. Wild Kratts: Creature Power! was created by Minnesota Children’s Museum and The Kratt Brothers Company. ...
$10 Day at the Science Museum of Virginia
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesMore science is always good. The Science Museum is celebrating NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson’s birthday with a special admission day. ...
Minds of All Kinds
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesA stellar sensory-friendly evening developed for guests with disabilities. During this event, launch into fun during this astronomy-themed evening. Enjoy a less crowded environment and partake in hands-on activities designed ...
Science After Dark: Up, Up and Away
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesSummer is full of vacations that take people up, up and away for fun adventures. The Science Museum is keeping that theme going with higher learning about things that float and fly. Jump at this chance to experience an activity-packed evening event designed to showcase some soaring science. ...
Science After Dark: Mission STEMpossible
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesYour mission, should you choose to accept it, is to uncover all the STEM involved in detective work. From gadgets to intelligence gathering, dig into the top secret science behind being a special agent at the Science Museum's special Science After Dark event. ...
Curiosity Camp Out
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesAn unforgettable night full of exploration and adventure. Instead of spending the night inside the Science Museum, they’re moving the fun outdoors. ...
Science after Dark: Ready to Launch
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States3, 2, 1 ... liftoff! Astronomy lovers of all ages are invited to travel through the universe during this activity-packed evening. ...
Space: An Out-of-Gravity Experience
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesUsing hands-on and large-scale interactive exhibits and multimedia components, explore the solutions that will shape our future in space. This touring exhibition gives you a glimpse of the challenges and triumphs of space journeys, and the extraordinary conditions of human space travel. ...
Minds of All Kinds
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesA sensory-friendly evening. Enjoy a less crowded environment as you get hands-on activities such as building cardboard pinball machines in The Forge, exploring the Playing With Light exhibition, and watching two features in The Dome. ...