Join some of Atlanta’s brightest scientists as they show you the funny side of science! This unique science comedy troupe will bring out the humor in disciplines such as physics, astronomy, geology, and psychology. Get ready to laugh around the Brontosaurus in the Macke Great Hall while you sip on an adult beverage and enjoy a delicious buffet of heavy hors […]
Cultured South presents the Atlanta Fermentation Festival on Sunday, November 6th from 12pm to 7pm at the Historic Atlanta Utility Works. Come join us in the fascinating world of fermentation and learn about the history and health benefits of traditional fermented foods. Attendees can expect fermented products from local and regional producers, educational talks and […]
Join us for an exploration of the geology of Georgia. Learn about the unique geology of different regions and see samples of the rocks and stones found there. Presented by Tom Faller of the Georgia Mineral Society
Join our partners with the Department of Public Works for a fun and informational class. Where does the water go when it rains? Do you know what a watershed is? Participants will explore how stormwater moves through a community. identify potential sources of pollution, and learn how to keep our water sources clean. Ages 7 […]
Come pick a field trip in VR and experience some of the world's wonders first hand! Strap into your spaceship and explore the vastness of our solar system! All ages welcome. This month join us and explore our vast solar system. Every month come learn about our planet via National Geographic VR, our human relationships […]
In 2002, archaeologist Peter Kaulicke declared carved bone objects from the Peruvian Formative Period (1500-200 BCE) to be a “neglected subject” in Andean archaeology. This was largely due to a lack of unity in their definition. From flutes to spoons, the bones could take any number of forms and frequently featured such high levels of […]
The Carter Center Mental Health program, in partnership with the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and ACappella Books, welcomes psychiatrist and neuroscientist Dr. Tom Insel for a discussion of his book. "In this essential book, one of our most visionary leaders reveals that the solution demands a holistic approach. By reframing the mental health crisis as […]
The talk will begin at 10:30 am on Wednesday, November 16th, in Howey Physics Building, room N202. Coffee and snacks will be provided starting at 10am. The speaker is Gregory Gibson, the Tom and Marie Patton Chair and Professors of Biological Sciences at Georgia Tech. Talk Information: Integrating genes and the environment into predictive health […]
Join us for a fun and informative hike through the woods–at night! Our knowledgeable educators will lead you through the forest of Dunwoody Nature Center, teaching you about nocturnal animals and their special nighttime adaptations. Did you know humans have their own version of night vision? Come find out more! This event is fun for […]
Join Ranger Jonah, Ken Boff and Georgia Audubon for a “Birding by Bicycle” adventure. Jonah and Ken are both avid birders and long-time bicycle commuters and invite you to join them for 6-miles of biking and 1.5 miles of walking. The route is entirely on PATH trails and quiet neighborhood streets and allows us to […]
Help track pollution in the waterways of historic west Atlanta! Come out as a team, family, or fly solo to collect samples from Proctor, Sandy, and Utoy Creeks. We will provide instructions on how to collect your water samples and report back on creek conditions near you. After you've visited your site, drop off your […]
Join us as we explore robotics and electronics using Ozobots, Cubelets, Dot and Dash robots and more. Registration required. Registration for this program will open November 1. Support provided by the DeKalb Library Foundation.
Georgia Audubon field trips are a great way to learn more about Georgia’s resident and migrating birds. They are also a great way to meet other people who share your interest in birds and the outdoors. Beginning birders are welcome on our trips. If you need to borrow a pair of binoculars, please contact the […]
How do we experience taste? Come to this program to learn about your sense of taste! Do you know how your sense of taste works? Come to this program to learn how your tongue and brain work together to be able to taste things.
Stop in on a Saturday afternoon and join us for an out-of-the-box tour of our current exhibition, Close to the Edge: The Birth of Hip-Hop Architecture!
Join us for an afternoon of LEGO fun! You can build cities, creatures, robots, and more! Hey Families! Join us and explore your creativity, meet challenges, build math and logic skills while building together with Legos!
Learn about how snowflakes form and make your own crystal snowflake! Explore the science behind snowflakes and geometry with a fun science experiment. Kids will put together their own crystal growing environment using household items. Supplies will be provided.
An aerophone is an instrument that produces sound by vibrating air. Explore the panpipes, ocarinas, and whistles—all types of aerophones— in the Art of the Americas galleries and then join teaching artist Chris Willoughby in the studio to create our own aerophones out of recycled materials in the studio. This drop-in program is free and open to the […]
