The American Association for the Advancement of Science is holding a free Fair in Chicago
The AAAS, the world’s largest general scientific society and publisher of the journal, Science, will be hosting their annual meeting in Chicago this year.
It is a great opportunity for area families to teach their kids about Earth sciences: past, present, and future. And most importantly, many of the sessions are free on Saturday the 14th and Sunday the 15th: plenary sessions, topical lectures, Family Science Days, the Main Exhibit Hall, Wizardry With Light: Freeze, Teleport and Go! and Harnessing the Sun and Oceans to Meet the World’s Energy Demands. Participants should be aware that in order to attend the lectures listed on the website as free they will have to register as either a student or a teacher that day and pay a fee anywhere from $90-$200. Family activities on the specified family days are free to the public and do not require registration.
The expo will be held at the Hyatt Regency in Chicago, located at 151 East Wacker Drive between 11-5 p.m.
Take Advantage of Some of the Following:
- You Be the Plant Detective– participants are encouraged to challenge their scientific thinking, and get a close up look through microscopes as they learn the medicinal benefits of plants.
- Bits and Bytes– participants view interactive demos and videos, a robotic soccer tournament and will meet Billinda, the robotic dog.
- Meet the Scientists– kids will get to meet renowned scientists up close. They will learn about their jobs and will be allowed to ask questions.
For more information visit: sciencechicago.com
