The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That
A special day of family programs, co-presented with WGBY, Television for Western New England. All activities are free with museum admission!
Continuing Conversation: West Africa
Following the Museums a la Carte lecture with photographer Amy S. Dane, join docent Dan Moraski for further discussion in R.E. Phelon African Hall in the Springfield Science Museum. Museum members only.
Continuing Conversation: Modern Astronomical Research
Following the Museums a la Carte lecture with Lowell Observatory trustee W. Lowell Putnam, join curator of physical science Richard Sanderson for further discussion in Astronomy Hall in the Springfield Science Museum. Museum members only.
Modern Astronomical Research at Lowell Observatory
The lecture will emphasize the recent New Horizons mission, featuring up-to-date results of that spacecraft’s 2015 flight past Pluto and Lowell Observatory’s contributions to the mission.
Awesome Science Adventures
(Children ages 8-11) Explore exciting areas of science, from geology, rock identification to using microscopes and solar-powered cars.
Summer Science Sampler: Week 2
(Children ages 6-8) The cars and motorcycles at the Wood Museum of Springfield History will take you on a trip through Springfield’s past. Gallery visits, hands-on crafts and artists’ performances will enhance the fun.