Celebrate the start of summer with a weekend full of fun! Come and immerse yourself in Spectacular Science across all topics with all sorts of extra activities for the whole family. Keep checking the website for further details but below is a list of confirmed activities and external exhibitors:
We are being joined by external exhibitors who will offer activities alongside our own spectacular science exhibits and exhibitions. All in all there will be plenty of activities to inspire and excite you. See below for the external exhibitors who have confirmed that they will be joining us.
All this extra science is FREE when you purchase admission into The Observatory Science Centre. You can book on the general admission page, just scroll down to the 22 & 23 June dates to book.
Content of the weekend may be subject to change.
The illustrated periodic table 'Picture the Elements' is a light introduction to chemistry. Come and find out which poison ladies used to put on their face in the 19th centrury and what element is named after the god of thunder and lightning. There will be a quiz to challenge your knowledge and an opportunity to play the new board game Element Bingo.
Walrus from Space project.
Walrus are under threat from a warming climate. Now you can help. Become a Walrus Detective!
SWT manage over 30 nature reserves across Sussex that people can explore and enjoy. They act to protect the wildlife and the natural environment across Sussex and create opportunities for people of all ages to learn about nature and connect with it. They inspire people through events, publications and courses to care for nature. They conduct research that supports the conservation of nature in Sussex and engage with policy makers and other organisations to encourage positive change.
https://sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk/
The James Webb Space Telescope (the NASA/ESA £10bn successor to the Hubble Space Telescope) was launched on Christmas Day 2021, and over the next few decades it will be used by astronomers around the world - including astronomers here at Sussex. The University has constructed a model of the Webb Space Telescope which, together with a thermal camera & large screen TV, will be on display at the science festival.
https://www.sussex.ac.uk/physics/outreach/public/jwst
Ovesco is based in Lewes and was founded to locally promote renewable energy and lower carbon footprints. We have installed community financed solar panels on 14 buildings, mainly schools. We provide free energy advice to members of the public and attend educational events. Ovesco will have an array of fantastic activities including a bicycle generator; solar powered buggies; hydrogen fuel cell cars; hydropower generator; wind turbines and more!
SUNDAY ONLY
Our Plastic Free Community is part of Surfers Against Sewage and together we can create a future where single use plastics are reduced and finally eliminated. We are committed to celebrating a positive impact in Eastbourne and being part of a larger movement will enable us to make a huge difference to protect our planet.
https://www.plasticfreeeastbourne.co.uk/index.html
