Daily Discoveries - Astronomy Day
Event Details
Astronomy Day
ONGOING ACTIVITIES:
Breath of Fresh Air
Explore the technology and process that will be necessary in order to create a breathable atmosphere for life on a moon base in this fun experiment.
Build a Moon Base Camp
Use building blocks to design and construct a base on the moon that allows explorers to survive and thrive!
Design, Build, Test
Engineer a model spacecraft to complete a space mission. Then test it out in our tinkering laboratory.
Lunar Necklace Design
Design a beautiful lunar inspired necklace.
Nebula Spin Art
Create your own unique and colorful nebula model using paint and a spinner.
Orbiting Objects
Experiment with orbiting objects and gravity through this engaging exploration.
Space Souvenir
Make your own mission medallion with foil and cardboard!
Stomp Rockets
Design your own rocket and try to launch it high into a region of space.
Star Formation
Discover how stars form from dust and gas found in space during this hands-on demonstration.
- Time: Ongoing throughout the Day
- Location: The PNC Art Zone
- Gallery: Toddler Town – Level 1
- Description: In honor of Astronomy Day, create your own supernova.
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- Time: Ongoing throughout the Day
- Location: Creative Stations
- Gallery: Young at Art – Level 3
- Description: Create a work of art as a tribute to the constellations of the Zodiac.
- Time: Ongoing throughout the Day
- Location: Science Bench Sponsored by Nevada National Security Site
- Gallery: Patents Pending – Level 3
- Description: Explore gorgeous nebulae and make your own at the Science Bench.
Read Aloud – Special for Little Learners 5 and Younger
- Time: 10:30 am and 1:30 pm
- Location: The PNC Art Zone
- Gallery: Toddler Town – Level 1
- Description: Join us for a space-themed read-aloud that is out of this world!
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One Point Perspective
- Time: 11:00 am
- Location: Presentation Space
- Gallery: DISCOVERY Hall – Level 2
- Description: Join us for an engaging discussion about one-point perspective and learn how to create depth in your space-themed art.
Stellar Satellites and Telescopes – At the Science Bench
- Time: 11:30 am
- Location: Science Bench Sponsored by Nevada National Security Site
- Gallery: Patents Pending – Level 3
- Description: Discover the many uses of satellites and telescopes, and learn how they help us better understand the world we live in and our expansive universe.
Navigating the Ship
- Time: 12:30 pm
- Location: Stage Area
- Gallery: Fantasy Festival – Level 1
- Description: Set sail with us and explore navigation. Learn map reading skills and use a compass to locate treasure!
Circuits in a Snap
- Time: 2:00 pm
- Location: Open Making
- Gallery: Eco City – Level 2
- Description: Learn how to use electrical circuits to power lights and motors, and then practice electrical engineering as a team!
The Truth about Teeth
- Time: 2:30 pm
- Location: Presentation Space
- Gallery: DISCOVERY Lab – Level 2
- Description: Join us as we dive deeper into our smile and explore dental hygiene.
Action Reaction – At the Science Bench
- Time: 3:00 pm
- Location: Science Bench Sponsored by Nevada National Security Site
- Gallery: Patents Pending – Level 3
- Description: Flames, color changes, awesome actions and reactions! Explore chemistry while observing dazzling demonstrations!
Going Green for my City Puppet Show
- Time: 4:00 pm
- Location: Riseman Family Theatre
- Gallery: Fantasy Festival – Level 1
- Description: Join us in the Riseman Family Theatre for our daily puppet show. Discover how “green” the city of Las Vegas is, and how we can make eco-friendly choices to contribute to a sustainable community.
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