‘May the Science Be With You’ free family event at Atomic Museum
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Calling all science and Star Wars enthusiasts! The two galaxies collide at the Atomic Museum for an out-of-this-world science experience! Atomic Museum and Desert Research Institute are teaming up for a free family-friendly STEM event — “May the Science Be With You” — for the entire community.”
Desert Research Institute holds its public STEM event at Atomic Museum on May 2, 2024. (KLAS) Desert Research Institute holds its public STEM event at Atomic Museum on May 2, 2024. (Credit: Atomic Museum) One of the activities at the Atomic Museum’s “May the Force Be With You” event is Padawan training. (Credit: Atomic Museum)
“This is a celebration of science through the lens of Star Wars,” said Matt Malinowski, director of education at the Atomic Museum. “We’re going to have all sorts of community partners here doing hands-on activities, we’re going to have Jedi training for you, and your favorite Star Wars characters will be here for you to meet as well.”
The event provides an opportunity for bright minds to explore the intersections between science and Star Wars for an evening of discovery and fun. It will feature science demos with scientists, tours of DRI research labs, and hands-on science activities. Also, come with an appetite because there will be food trucks onsite.
The “May the Science Be With You” event is Thursday, May 2 at the Atomic Museum from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event is free and open to people of all ages. The museum is also offering half-off admission during the event.
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