Inspired by the special exhibits Under the Arctic and Front Row Center, explore the science behind rocks… and rock music. Free with museum admission!
Ongoing Activities
Graham Tectonics, 11 am-3 pm
Explore the science behind plate tectonics with graham crackers and cool whip. Create your own mini earthquake! (Springfield Science Museum)
Crayon Rocks, 11 am-3 pm
Did you know there are three rock types? Learn the process behind each and take your own “rock” to color with at home. (Science Workshop, Second Floor, Springfield Science Museum)
Watershed Table, 11 am-3 pm
Join our friends from U.S. Fish and Wildlife to learn about how water impacts the local geology. (Classroom, Lower Level, Springfield Science Museum)
Instrument Making, 11 am-3 pm
Make your own instrument to rock out on with recycled materials. (Deco Room, First Floor, D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts)
Rockin’ Scavenger Hunt, 11 am-3 pm
Search for instruments and rocks represented throughout the Museum collection. Claim your prize when done! (Deco Room, First Floor, D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts)
Rock Pets, 12-4 pm
Looking for a pet that can sit and stay and won’t run away? Come make your own in the Art Discovery Center! (Art Discovery Center, Second Floor, G.W.V. Smith Art Museum)
