This October 31, Adventure Science Center celebrates eight decades of wonder, curiosity, and fun!
Join us for a spook-tacular birthday bash packed with hands-on activities inspired by 1945—the year we first opened our doors. Costumes encouraged (no masks or weapons, please).
Event activities are included with general admission.
Activities include:
- Time Capsule Throwback: Step into 1945! We've been digging in the archives and can't wait for you to see what we found.
- UV + SPF Exploration: See the science behind sunscreen! Experiment with UV light to discover how SPF keeps your skin safe from the sun.
- Polymer Power: Meet sodium polyacrylate—the "super soaker" material behind everything from diapers to kitty litter! Dive into polymer science and its surprising origins.
- M&M Fireworks: Watch colors burst as you explore candy dyes and how the iconic M&M has changed since our opening year.
- DIY Silly Putty: Accidents can lead to awesome! Make your own Silly Putty and learn how one WWII experiment (trying to create synthetic rubber) turned into a toy-box legend.
- Slinky Science: From a shipyard stumble to a toy sensation—discover the twisty physics of the Slinky.
