Animal Kingdom Opening Weekend

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

The debut of the new giant screen film Animal Kingdom: A Tale of Six Families. On opening weekend the other Dome films are migrating back to the library to let this one nature documentary rule the roost. Animal Kingdom introduces viewers to the spectacular creatures that keep the planet ticking and showcases how humans can ...

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BODY WORLDS: The Anatomy of Happiness

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

Happiness has an impact on our mind and body, influencing our movements, perceptions, sensations, mood and more. Through dozens of human specimens called plastinates, explore how anatomy is involved in happiness and how positive or negative emotions can affect health. Discover the complexity, resilience and vulnerability of what lies beneath the skin. Extra ticket required. ...

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Curiosity Camp Out

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

A night full of exploration and adventure outdoors. Explorers are invited to grab their backpack, roll out their sleeping bag, pitch a tent, and join astronomy-themed STEM experiences. Campers will explore star formations and gravity wells, create a pocket solar system, enjoy a Science On a Sphere presentation, see a film in The Dome, and ...

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Science After Dark: Prehistoric Party

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

Calling all future paleontologists. Explore ancient creatures, plants, and stars. Your family will dig all the hands-on activities. All activities and exhibitions are included with admission. Seating for live astronomy shows and demos is first come, first served. When the spaces have reached capacity, no additional guests will be permitted to enter. ...

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$10 Days at the Science Museum of Virginia

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

Celebrate Astronomy Day with admission to the Science Museum that's only $10 for everyone, regardless of ticket category. Free live astronomy shows at 2:00 and 3:00 p.m. that day. ...

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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 States

In 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 ...

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Minds of All Kinds

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

A 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. ...

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Earth Day at the Science Museum of Virginia

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

An 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. ...

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$10 Days at the Science Museum of Virginia

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

An 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 ...

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Eclipse Viewing Party at the Science Museum of Virginia

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

Celebrate 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 ...

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Sunrise Science-From Engineer to Executive: How STEM Can Shape Diverse Paths

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

In 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 ...

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$10 Days

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

Celebrate 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. ...

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Secrets of the Sea: Opening Weekend

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

The 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 ...

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Discover Steampunk

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

A hands-on touring exhibition showcasing the fusion of art, history, and technology. Guests learn about 19-century innovators while experimenting with more than 20 interactive machines inspired by their ideas. Explore electricity with Mary Shelley, ocean depths with Jules Verne, the dawn of photography with George Eastman, household appliances with Isaac Singer, and time travel with ...

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GLOW at the Science Museum of Virginia

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

Groove 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 ...

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Teacher Open House

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

Teachers 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 long should groups spend in each exhibition? Where do students eat lunch? Are there post-visit resources available? What’s the best Dome show to match environmental ...

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Science Museum of Virginia $10 Days

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

The discounted admission includes permanent exhibitions, labs, makerspace, and demos. Dome features and admission to the summer touring exhibition require additional tickets. ...

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Sunrise Science-Here, There and Everywhere: AI in Our Lives Today

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

Sunrise 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, ...

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Favorite Things at the Science Museum of Virginia

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

A 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, ...

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Dominion Energy Christmas Parade

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

Features local heroes, marching bands, dance troupes, giant helium balloons, floats, and Legendary Santa. ...

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Model Railroad Show

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

Enjoy 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. ...

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Richmond Habitat for Humanity’s Annual Youth LEGO Build

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

Learn 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. ...

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Youth Mental Health Summit

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

This 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. ...

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2023 Amplify Awards

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

Voices 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 ...

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¡Virginia Fiesta!

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

A celebration of science and culture that will highlight the amazing contributions of the Hispanic community in Virginia. ...

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Teacher Open House

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

Field 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. ...

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Wild Kratts: Creature Power!

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

Get 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. ...

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$10 Day at the Science Museum of Virginia

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

More science is always good. The Science Museum is celebrating NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson’s birthday with a special admission day. ...

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Minds of All Kinds

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

A 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 to pique curiosity and inspire discovery. Registration is Required. ...

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Science After Dark: Mission STEMpossible

Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

Your 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. ...

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