Physicist Mark Lewney used his guitar skills to teach audiences about such complex topics as quantum mechanics and the Superstring theory. The festival’s “Fashion with a Purpose” competition invited area student fashion designers to take part in a green fashion show. Other events included an Omnimax FilmFest, Young Scientist workshops, and a showcase of demonstrations and hands-on exhibits.
Each year, science centers and museums plan celebrations that introduce thousands of people to science. The November/December 2008 issue of ASTC Dimensions examines how science celebrations are advancing public engagement with science, changing attitudes, bringing in new audiences, and strengthening links among science centers. ASTC Connect, the online professional development area of the ASTC website, will hold an online discussion about science celebrations in the Dimensions Forum, December 15–19.
Photo courtesy Saint Louis Science Center