Event Essentials
- Ages:
- This event is suitable for Grades 4-8, Grades 9-12, Adults.
- Duration:
- Approx. 30 minutes ea.
- Date:
- May 25, 2013
- Time:
- 11:00 AM
- Location:
- Balcony Level, E-Suite
Museum Map - Tickets:
- Included with Museum Entry
Schedule
Hourly from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Have you ever wondered what it’s really like to be a scientist? Challenge your curiosity, experience fun activities and interact with real scientists during these Jr. Science Cafés!
Ages 10 and up, parents and chaperones welcome. Sessions last about 30 minutes. These events are included in Museum Entry.
11 a.m.: Fish for Science!
Observe live zebra fish embryos and discover why this species is used for scientific research.
• Crystal Love, Graduate Student of Developmental Biology, University of Chicago
Noon: Helping Paws!
Find out how service dogs change lives.
• Amy Pawlik, Head Trainer, MidAmerica Service Dogs’ Foundation
1 p.m.: De-extinction!
Can we bring extinct species back to life?
• Darcy Ross, Graduate Student of Organismal Biology and Anatomy, University of Chicago
2 p.m.: Future Veterinarian!
Learn the basics of veterinary medicine from a pro and her canine colleague.
• Dr. Alexis Newman, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine & President of Chicago Veterinary Medical Association, Partners and Paws Veterinary Services
3 p.m.: Animal Adaptions!
Explore the anatomy and evolution of companion animals and livestock.
• Stacy Whitton, Veterinary Student Outreach Program, University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine
- Museum Hours
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- Extended hours through Labor Day:
Daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. - Open daily except Thanksgiving and Christmas
- Extended hours through Labor Day:
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