UWW Rock County invites families to join our faculty, staff and students in this event featuring science activities and exhibits that highlight the wonders of our scientific world. Participants can learn about youth science and STEM programs. All ages are welcome to attend, parents/guardians are required to stay on-campus. Check out more pre/post-festival events here!
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley has proclaimed October 21st as Milwaukee County Urban Agriculture Day and we couldn’t be more excited! We are thrilled to introduce the first-ever Milwaukee urban agriculture conference, Milwaukee Urban AgCon, a unique gathering of urban agriculture professionals, enthusiasts, and community leaders coming together to share knowledge, innovation, and best practices … Continued
Have you ever wondered what the difference between hemp and cannabis is, or why you’ve heard so many more acronyms associated with cannabis these days? Come to Turtle Island and we will answer your questions! Join Dr. Julia Nepper, scientist and host of the Sci High! podcast, and Ian Marsden, local cannabis expert and owner … Continued
Playing with Blue is Part Two of Galaudet Gallery’s Series called Color. This time we look into the interaction of Blue with other colors like white and red or green and how placement of colors can change how those colors look. Playing with Blue is based on science! The science behind why colors change when … Continued
Nirmal Raja’s solo exhibition showcases a variety of approaches that consistently blend the intimate and personal with a consciously global existence. Building on thread as a metaphor that connects random pieces of fabric and is also the very stuff that fabric is made from, this exhibit pulls together works from Raja’s diverse production to understand … Continued
Nature Explorers: Join the annual WiSciFest BioBlitz! Have you ever wondered how many species exist in our environment? From the shores of Lake Michigan to the forests of the Northwoods or the soil in your backyard, Wisconsin is teeming with life – and the Wisconsin Science Festival is launching a statewide BioBlitz project to learn … Continued
Join Welty Environmental Center and the Rock County Beekeepers Association for a free, family-friendly event! Learn all about bees and bee keeping by interacting with a demonstration hive while trying out the smoker in a beekeeper suit. There will also be bee crafts and honey samples to take home!
This fall, our galleries showcase exhibitions that examine the human experience—everything from resourcefulness to childhood to humor. “Abandoned Abundance” critiques consumerism and global frictions with repurposed materials. “Masks & Mirrors” blends allegory and satire, exploring myth and absurdities with humor. “A Place of Whim and Wonder” captures the magic of childhood through vibrant works. PhotoMidwest’s … Continued
Celebrate Wisconsin Science Festival Week! October 14th – 20th! Stop by the Forest Lodge Library all through the week to grab science themed Make-N-Take activities and books to go along with them to celebrate science. The library is open Monday-Friday 10am-5pm and Saturday 10am-2pm.
The Schreiner Memorial Library will have activities scheduled each weekday during the Wisconsin Science Festival (Oct 14-20), from 4 to 5:30 pm, for children of all ages to participate in. Saturday October 19, there will be take and make science kits available for fun at home on the weekend and beyond! Activities will include virtual … Continued
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