Geologist Sara Kurth presents an interactive lecture on volcanoes. Learn how volcanoes work and compare different eruption styles. It will focus on recent eruptions and explore how volcanoes can affect local and global communities. Hands-on specimens will be available.
Lecture – 2:00 p.m. 60 minutes – All Ages Welcome Regular Museum Admission Museum Members Free Reservations Recommended Register here
In celebration of World Environment Day, the Museum is partnering with SCARCE of Addison to dive into the minerals hidden in our phones. Join us for hands-on activities, including exploring Natural Resources from around the world, playing an eco-themed Bingo game, and participating in a Trash to Treasures Matching Game, where you’ll learn how to repurpose old tech. Plus, SCARCE’s Executive Director, Kay McKeen, will lead a discussion filled with creative tips and practical ideas for reducing waste and conserving the materials found in your technology. This program is supported by the Smithsonian Institution, helping to inspire positive change for the environment, one gadget at a time.
Activities – 1:00 p.m to 3:00 p.m.
Ages 8 years and older
Regular Museum Admission
Museum Members Free
Reservations Required
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