Science is meant for all ages and the St. Louis Science Center is opening during after hours for adults to experiences STEM activities catered to them.
ST. LOUIS — The St. Louis Science Center is a place where families bring their kids to have fun while learning new things at the same time. It’s known as a place for the kids to enjoy themselves, but this summer, the Science Center is introducing a new program series that puts the adults first!
Named Science Center Up Late, it will be an adult-focused and after-hours program event that initiates the institution to explore popular subjects in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). People 21 and over will be allowed to let their imagination run wild and explore their curiosity in science by play, action, and discovery with professionals in different career fields. Valid ID will be required to enter after hours.
“At the Saint Louis Science Center, we believe that science and STEM opportunities are for everyone,” says Science Center Associate Director of Special Projects Neville Crenshaw.
Science is for all ages, and Crenshaw can’t wait to see what visitors explore during this new program event.
“With one-of-a-kind experiences and a deep dive into STEM themes, along with the hundreds of hands-on activities available across the Science Center’s ten galleries, the Science Center Up Late programs will offer a fun way for adult guests to find their place in science.”
Starting July 19, the first event for Science Center Up Late will be Experience Sound. The event will highlight the science and technology behind the beautiful notes heard and felt through music, movies, nature, and more! Other featured activities will include:
- The transformation of the McDonnell Planetarium into an audio lounge inspired by the Japanese Jazz Kissa.
- Atmospheric music inspired by nature, featuring artist Alyssa Miserendino in the OMNIMAX® Theater.
- A twist on the silent disco, “Quantum Disco” – highlighted by different genres of music playing simultaneously under the watchful eye of the Science Center’s iconic Tyrannosaurus rex.
- “Two Scientists Walk into a Bar” – meet with local STEM experts over casual drinks and ask them anything.
- “The Sounds of Sci-Fi” – demonstrations on how foley artists create iconic movie magic.
- A live creation of art and music – featuring a combined contribution from local artists and banks.
- Hands-on and visual demonstrations to explore sound in music and everyday activities.
- A display of “Auto Audio” – unveiling the art of designing top-of-the-line car audio systems.
- An exhibition of “Sound in Pictures” – featuring the Missouri History Museum’s St. Louis music collection.
- Play a game of “Beep Ball” to “see” with your ears (in partnership with Mindseye Radio).
- Test the limits of human hearing by putting your skills to the test in recognizing various pitches and sounds (in partnership with Washington University Neuroscience Outreach).
- A specialty crafted “Stempunk Lager” by Steampunk Brew Works, themed liquor from local distiller STilL 630 and original snacks celebrating the evening’s theme. These food/drink items, and more, are for purchase.
Tickets to Science Center Up Late: Experience Sound is now on sale at the St. Louis Science Center website or by calling 314-289-4400. The cost is $20, with new and current members being able to buy tickets for $15. Tickets can also be purchased at the door on July 19. Free parking in the Science Center’s Oakland Avenue lot is included with a ticket purchase.
Experience Sound is the first of many events in the Science Center Up Late series. Additional events will be hosted up to four times each year, with a new theme for each event with similar activities. The next Science Center Up Late event is scheduled for October 25.
