“I've always been into things like exploring and science on the frontiers. I had pictures of space up in my room way back in middle school, right next to the boy band posters!”
-Christina Koch, American Engineer and NASA Astronaut

Our monthly Universe Unplugged workshop series will be sure to engage, inspire, and strengthen your understanding of the universe around us!

Please note:
Universe Unplugged Workshops will meet in at 11am and will run for 60-75 minutes.

While workshops are in session, at least one adult must accompany their child/children for the duration of the program. Adults must purchase a general admission ticket to accompany their child/children.

For questions about these workshops, please email our Education Team education@starhop.com.

Coming Up on Universe Unplugged

Space is Big: Understanding the Scale of the Universe
January 18, 11:00 AM

How far away is the moon? How much bigger is Jupiter compared to the Earth? In this workshop, we will explore the sizes and distances in our Solar system using scale models. Participants will construct an inner planets "planet stack" to take home, and build a large-scale planet walk through our solar system.
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This program is designed for ages 9 -14, but all ages are welcome to join. With plenty of activities and interactive discussions, this workshop is perfect for curious minds eager to learn how humans have studied our universe for over 400 years.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to unlock the mysteries of the night sky!

Date and Time:
January 18th, 11am-12pm

Location:
McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center - Function Room

Registration Fee:
$5 for members, $15 for non-members
General Admission to the Discovery Center is included; capacity is limited, registration is required. 
All materials needed for the program will be provided.

Come ready to explore, create, and reach for the stars!