Looking for some fun – and educational – things to do this summer?
Check out Michigan State University’s Science Gallery Detroit summer programs schedule. The medley of free science-related events for metro Detroiters includes a film series, open labs and workshops.
The summer program series is part of Science Gallery Detroit’s and Michigan Science Center’s Summer of Science, which includes free admission to DEPTH and free general admission to Michigan Science Center.
In addition to its exhibition, DEPTH which explores humanity’s relationship to water through the lens of science and art, Science Gallery Detroit provides free programming to offer variety and enrichment to the exhibition’s theme.
Science Gallery Detroit is a new initiative featuring experiences aimed at 15-25 year olds that are connective, participative, surprising, and that blend art, science and technology.
“Our programming series brings to Detroit unique experiences that will surprise participants,” says Jeff Grabill, Science Gallery Detroit director and MSU associate provost for teaching, learning and technology. “The combination of art, science, and local talent will prove to be an enriching experience.”
The following is a summary of the program schedule. For the complete list, visit Science Gallery Detroit’s events page:
SCIENCE GALLERY DETROIT EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
Resonance & Anishinaabe Science Music Day
July 11: 11a.m. – 3 p.m.
LOCATION: Michigan Science Center
Water Resonance & Anishinaabe Science Music Day Detroit’s artist and activist Sacramento Knoxx will lead an Open Lab, showing visitors how to create experimental sound incorporating resonance, water, and copper. Attendees will work with multi-media elements to build a library of digital sound packs that will be utilized in the final Open Lab series. For more information please click here.
The Fight for the Great Lakes/Immiscible (film series) July 18: 6-8 p.m.
LOCATION: Michigan Science Center
Film screening and panel discussion about the Line 5 Pipeline, which transports oil and gas through the Straits of Mackinac, the point where Lake Michigan and Lake Huron meet. For more information please click here.
Rain: Then and Now (Film Screening and Panel Discussion on Climate Crisis) | August 1: 6-8p.m.
Michigan Science Center, Toyota Engineering Theatre
Two new short films by DEPTH’s film curator Diane Cheklich Rain: Then and Now, and I’m Only Happy When It Rains. Followed by a panel discussion with Andrew Humphrey, Kathryn Savoie, Michelle Martinez, and moderated by Diane Cheklich. For more information please click here.
Open Lab: Music Arts installation
Aug. 14: 6-9 p.m. (Ages 21+)
Michigan Science Center
A live performance of a traditional Anishinaabeg water song. Followed by a multi-media performance from Aadizookan, Sacramento Knoxx and Christy B. This event will consist of multi-media visual images that will play in tandem with the live performance. For more information please click here.
MICHIGAN SCIENCE CENTER EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
Tilted Axes: Music for Mobile Electric Guitars
July 13: 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Michigan Science Center
Enjoy Moonwalk, a new musical piece by composer Patrick Grant in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the first crewed lunar landing as part of Concert of Colors at the Michigan Science Center. For more information please click here.
Global Rocket Launch
July 16: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Michigan Science Center
On July 16, 1969, the Saturn V moon rocket launched from Cape Canaveral. In commemoration, we’ll build and launch rockets, then record and share the results. For more information please click here.
Apollo 50th Anniversary Celebration
July 20: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Michigan Science Center
MiSci is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing with a full day of space activities! From planetarium shows and solar viewing to special guest speakers and a crater drop, this is a party you won’t want to miss. Build your own Egg-pollo 11 lander to safely drop an egg to the ground and hop around in the moon bounce! Enjoy hands-on space activities, real footage of Apollo Missions and more. For more information please click here.
MiSci Back-to-School Celebration
August 11: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Michigan Science Center
Join us as we celebrate teachers and the start of school. Includes fun activities, school and community resources, free immunizations and health screenings and free admission to the new film, Global Soundscapes, courtesy of Ford Motor Company Fund.
Additionally, Michigan Science Center will offer the following programs throughout the summer:
AFTER DARK: Vintage Video Games
July 25: 6-9 p.m. (Ages 21+)
Michigan Science Center
Back by popular demand, After Dark: Vintage Video Games provides your favorite classic video games on giant screens, access to 250+ hands-on exhibits, dj, a cash bar and more.
Cost: $15 ($10 for members) and includes one signature drink. Purchase Tickets online here.
STEMinista Summer Camps
July 8-July 12: H 2 the izzO: STEAM Exploration of Water
July 29-August 2: Coding with Lime Lab
August 5-August 9: My Health!
August 19-August 23: HOPE Business in a Box
The STEMinista Project is for girls in 4th through 8th grade and is designed to build girls’ interest and skills in science, technology, engineering and math. All STEMinista camps are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Michigan Science Center.
Cost: $100 Find more info and register here.
DEPTH is sponsored by MSU’s Science Gallery Detroit founding partner, Michigan State University Federal Credit Union (MSUFCU), in partnership with the Michigan Science Center, and is supported by Science Sandbox, an initiative of the Simons Foundation.
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