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Zoom Into The V.O.I.D.

Virtual interactive live astronomy presentation highlighting the month’s celestial happenings.

Every second Tuesday at noon!

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Old 97 Rail Days

Enjoy lifelike landscapes of towns, mountains, rivers, and more as N-scale trains animate the scenes with realistic activities.

September 24, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
September 25, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

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Go!

Discover the mind-blowing principles behind movement and energy!
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Hands-On Harley-Davidson™

Immerse yourself in the world of Harley-Davidson™ and explore the science behind motorcycles!

Arriving in 2023

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Superpower Dogs

Experience the life-saving superpowers and extraordinary bravery of some of the world’s most amazing dogs.
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Thomas & Friends™: Explore the Rails!

Step into the world of Thomas the Tank Engine and explore all your favorite locations and iconic characters.

Closing September 4

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Design Zone

Design is everywhere we look and in everything we do. Get behind the scenes and create your own skate park, dance beat, rollercoaster and more.

Opening September 17

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Water

Water is everything. Become immersed in the importance of water from the personal to the global scale.
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Butterfly Station & Garden

Meet a wide variety of beautiful lepidoptera and get inspired to create your own garden!

April – October

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Crescent Crossing

All Aboard! Bring your little one to experience our interactive exhibit packed full of train-themed fun!
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One World, One Sky

Discover a brilliant spectacle of light and color as you watch the stars twinkle over Sesame Street.
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Earth, Moon and Sun

Learn how these cosmic bodies work together as a system.
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Flying Monsters

Unravel one of sciences more enduring mysteries.
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Ozo Planet Rover

Utilizing Ozobots as your rover, build a probe that can help collect "planetary samples."

July 26 – July 31

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Stacking Stacks

Use a robotic arm to help complete a series of superhuman tasks!

August 2 – August 7

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Rube Goldberg's Alarm Clock

Build an impractical yet incredible balloon popping creation.

August 9– August 14

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Leather Look a Gift Horse in the Mouth

Come create the perfect custom leather gift!

August 16 – August 21

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Never Enough Hands

Learn how to design a simple robotic hand using household materials.

August 23– August 28

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New Shoes?

Get creative and make a unique and durable pair of paper shoes.

September 7 – September 11

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Botball

Use a Ganker Robot to compete in an epic game of T-ball!

August 30 – September 4

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Musical Chairs, Literally

Learn how to turn everyday objects into musical instruments!

September 14 – September 18

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I Think I Can: Train Challenge

Utilize the power of an Ozobot to tow as much freight possible!

September 21– September 25

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The Slowest Coaster in the West

Can you design a slow marble roller coaster that utilizes track time to the fullest?

September 28 – October 2

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Build a Butterfly

Come learn all about butterflies and their amazing metamorphosis!

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Science on a Sphere®: The Sun and the Seasons

Find out the reasons for the seasons and the relationship between the sun and Earth.

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Opposites Attract

Explore characteristics of magnets and discover some of their everyday uses!

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Super Senses

Investigate the five senses and their corresponding organs we use every day.

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Good Vibrations

Make some noise and explore the science behind sound!

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Science on a Sphere®: The Ever-Changing Earth

Take a close look at our home planet.

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Unveiling the Invisible Universe

Visit international observatories in real-to-life scale, witness merging black holes, see vibrant gamma ray bursts and more!
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Magic Globe

An engaging and inspiring story about the importance of seasons and how climate impacts our planet.
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Animal Adaptations

Explore the diversity of organisms and how they adapt to their environments.

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Dinosaurs of Antarctica

Journey into prehistoric Antarctica and discover a world of bizarre dinosaurs and gigantic amphibians.

Coming in September

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Water, Water Everywhere

Immerse yourself in the majestic properties of water.

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Perfect Little Planet

Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes.
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Floating Boats

Make a splash and explore the concept of buoyancy!

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3…2…1…Blast Off!

Explore potential and kinetic energy and test Newton’s Laws of Motion.

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Science on a Sphere®: Energy On a Sphere

Watch renewable energy tech at work.

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Zula Patrol: Down to Earth

Learn about the development of the life forms that call Earth home.
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Expedition Reef

Embark on an oceanic safari.
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Flight of the Butterflies

Experience the beauty of the migration cycle of butterflies.
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Grossology and You

Explore the inner workings of the human body.
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Rock ‘n’ Roll

Explore the rock cycle and learn about Earth's fascinating geology.

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Riverside Science

Learn all about the Dan River and it's fascinating ecosystem.

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Simple Machines

This will force you to learn about basic mechanical devices.

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The Big Chill: Cool CO2 Science

Watch us perform some amazing science with dry-ice!

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The Web of Life

Explore what eats what in an ecological community.

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Simply Soil

Grow your knowledge about this organic mixture.

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Shocking Truth

This program has the power to brighten your day.

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Sow It – Grow It

Get hands on with plants.

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Science on a Sphere®: The Solar System

Journey to the cosmos.

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Fossil Finds

Uncover some amazing fossils and discover ancient ocean environments.

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Cosmic Journey: A Solar System Adventure

Travel faster than the speed of light.
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The Accidental Astronauts

Embark on an unexpected journey into space.
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Science on a Sphere®: Ocean Alive

Get an in-depth look at these massive bodies of water.

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