10:00 am – 12:00 pm 
Dissecting Drama and Dance: The Science of Performance
Claudia Cassidy Theatre - Chicago Cultural Center
78 East Washington St
In theatre and dance, performers use their voices and bodies to express ideas. But science has a role in performance as well. What can physiology tell us about how our bodies move? What insights do neurology and psychology have into the practice of memorizing lines and acting? Join scientists, dancers and actors as we experience the science of drama and dance.
Free |
2:00 pm
Invent Cool Gliders
Chicago Children's Museum
700 East Grand Ave Suite 127
Will it fly? Will it soar? Will it glide? Find out when you combine strips of paper to explore the principals of aerodynamics. Work with CCM staff to create your own glider and test it by launching it off our 50- foot tower.
Free with Museum Admission |
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Neighborhood Science Carnival
Kennedy King College, (W Building) 6343 S. Halsted St.
Participate in hands-on science and technology activities at the City’s first neighborhood science carnivals. Witness an interactive robotics competition; learn about science activities that you can do at home; and listen to specialists in the fields of science and technology.
Free |
1:00 – 3:00 pm
Art & Science Family Make & Take : Amazing Aroids Grow On Air
Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Ave, Chicago,IL
The art of layering colored rocks in a small jar helps give the science of creeping plant roots a place to hold onto.Come see for yourself, as we create special see-through growers for plant cuttings from our conservatory collection. Drop in anytime between 1:00pm and 3:00pm in the Elizabeth Morse Genius Children˘s Garden (no registration required)
Free children / $5 suggested donation Adults |
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