The Atlanta Science Festival (ASF) presented by Delta Air Lines, the city’s ultimate celebration of all things science and one of the largest of its kind in the country, returns March 10-25. Curious kids and adults can explore 150 interactive and educational events, providing an opportunity to learn from experts in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
“One of our goals is to ignite ambition in the next generation of scientists and empower them to pursue their dreams,” says Meisa Salaita, co-founder and co-executive director of Science ATL, the engineers of Atlanta Science Festival. “With interactive shows and activities, this year’s events explore many aspects of science. There is definitely something for everyone.”
Atlanta Science Festival events include coding, astronomy, nature walks, science/art mashups, and much more. These happenings provide an opportunity to explore science and experience its wonder first hand. Many events are free, while some require a nominal fee.
The following is a list of event highlights:
Destination Science
Kick off the 10th Annual Atlanta Science Festival with us, as we feature three amazing scientists who will showcase all the incredible places science can take you. Join us as we journey from the reefs of Australia to the wilds of Africa to the glaciers of the north! Moderated by WABE’s Molly Samuel.
Date/Time: 7-9 p.m. Friday, March 10
Cost: $20 for adults, $12 for children
Location: Ferst Center for the Arts, 349 Ferst Drive NW, Atlanta
Insect Bingo Scavenger Hunt
Join WunderGrubs to explore the super powers of bugs! We’ll start our insect exploration with a bingo scavenger hunt and then tour WunderGrubs’s mealworm vertical farm in Midtown near Piedmont Park on the Atlanta Beltline Eastside Trail. You’ll hear all about how mealworms can be used to help solve many of today’s environmental problems as a food, feed, and fertilizer, plus so much more! Bonus: buggy treats for you to taste!
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