Sparks!FEBRUARY – MARCH 2020

A Newsletter for Members and Friends of the Museum of Science

It’s a Dog’s LifeNew temporary exhibition reveals life from a dog’s point of view!

Continued on next page

They’re cuddly. They’re smart. They’re part of the family. From lovable companions to loyal protectors, dogs have lived and worked alongside us for centuries. They can alert us to danger, provide help to those in

need, or offer a shaggy shoulder to lean on. Regardless of their role in our lives, dogs share an enduring bond with humans.

Now you can sniff out the science behind our puppy love in Dogs! A Science Tail, on exhibit February 9 – May 25. Through engaging activities, you’ll experience the extraordinary ways a dog perceives the world. Learn how they evolved from ancient wolves and how humans and dogs are both wired for social connection, allowing them to wag their way into our hearts.

Adventures in Dogdom

This immersive exhibition invites you to explore the world from a dog’s perspective. Through

hands-on activities, you can train a virtual dog to heed your commands and you can unearth

replica fossils of wolves and dogs to reveal their surprising similarities. You can also walk

Inside This Issue

• Dog Days at the Museum

• Brain Power

• New Era Begins

an invisible dog through a neighborhood maze, play a special

game of “pup culture” “Jeopawdy,” and explore the many careers

that involve these intelligent animals.

Be sure to record your own story of

a special dog and share your puppy

pictures in the exhibition photo gallery.

According to Jeffrey Rudolph, president

of the California Science Center, which

created the exhibit, Dogs! A Science Tail was

inspired by the recent explosion of scientific

research about dogs. “So many of us share

a deep bond with our dogs. What better way

to inspire science learning than exploring this

relationship and experiencing how dogs see,

hear, and smell the world?” he says.

Born BFFs

The exhibit is organized around several key areas related to

our canine companions. For example, in the Tail as Old as Time

section, you’ll explore dog evolution and analyze bones and DNA

patterns. In Dogs and Humans, Together Forever, you’ll learn

more about the human-dog bond. Other exhibit spaces allow

you to get inside a fabricated dog’s head so you can experience

the world like they do. Still other highlights teach you about the

precise training and care these loyal companions require and

their incredible abilities to rescue people and support

those with disabilities.

Don’t miss this chance

to dig into the science of

these amazing animals.

You may never look at

our furry friends the same

way again, but you will want to

come back when the Mugar Omni

Theater reopens this spring with

Superpower Dogs, an immersive

IMAX® film that explores the

life-saving superpowers and

extraordinary bravery of some of

the world’s most amazing dogs!

Dogs! A Science Tail was created and developed by the California Science Center with support from Annenberg Foundation and Wallis Annenberg PetSpace. PetSmart Charities is sponsoring the national tour.

Dogs! A Science Tail Opens February 9 | Member Preview February 8

Fun Fido Facts

Did you know…?

The United States has an estimated 20,000 service dogs.

The first dog breeds emerged about 3,000 to 4,000 years ago. The earliest distinct

breeds were hunting and guard dogs.

Dogs can have more than 300 million “sensory receptor sites” in their noses

to catch scent molecules. Humans have only six million!

Dogs can learn many new words. One famous border collie, Chaser, amassed

a vocabulary of over 1,000!

The world’s tallest dog, a Great Dane named Zeus, reached 7 feet 4 inches

when standing on his hind legs.

Greyhounds are the fastest dogs. Some can run 43 mph!

So many of us share a deep bond with our dogs.

What better way to inspire science learning than exploring this relationship and experiencing how dogs see, hear, and smell the world?

– Jeffrey Rudolph, California Science Center”

“

Premier Partner Media Partner

Pi Day March 14

The Museum buzzes every day with kids and adults experimenting,

learning, talking with educators, and discovering just how big a role science

and technology play in our lives today. But this wouldn’t be possible without

annual support, which plays a significant role in keeping the Museum

running smoothly year in and year out. Individual gifts are used to help

develop new programs and exhibits, feed our furry friends in the Live

Animal Care Center, and much more.

Buy a Slice or Two of “Pi”

March 14, Pi Day, is the Museum’s “Day of Giving”—a chance for you to help

us maintain the Museum we all love. More than 800 of you supported the

institution on Pi Day last year, helping us raise over $100,000, and we hope

more of you will celebrate with us in 2020! Even $3.14, combined with others,

can make a significant and immediate impact on the exceptional educational

experiences we offer.

Math Matters

We’re also using Pi Day as an occasion to acknowledge all the ways math

matters in our everyday lives and the world around us! Use your science,

technology, engineering, and math skills and join Museum educators and

interpreters for impromptu activities throughout the Exhibit Halls, and be

sure to check out the Gordon Current Science & Technology Center stage for

live presentations with a mathematical twist. (Get a preview of all things pi

on Friday, March 13 as well!)

So mark your calendars. Share on social media. And #givepi on Pi Day

at mos.org/piday.

Every Piece of Pi Counts Support science education and sample ins-pi-ring activities and presentations on Pi Day!

What is Pi Day?Pi Day, the annual celebration

of the mathematical sign pi

(π), was founded in 1988 by

physicist Larry Shaw of San

Francisco’s Exploratorium. Shaw

selected March 14 because the

numerical date (3.14) represents

the first three digits of pi.

Coincidentally, it’s also Albert

Einstein’s birthday. In 2009,

the House of Representatives

supported the designation of

Pi Day, and we’ve been enjoying

pi ever since!

Pho

to ©

Nic

olau

s C

zarn

ecki

Exercise Your BrainExperience “brain games,” hands-on activities—and more—at our annual Health Fair!

You exercise your body every day (intentionally or not). And,

just by reading this article, you could say you are exercising

your brain as well. But what if you had the know-how to

increase both your physical and mental acuity? That’s what this

year’s Health Fair is all about: it’s a whole-body event, focusing

on brain power. Meet world-class experts and take part in

hands-on activities on Friday, March 20 and Saturday, March 21.

Meet the Experts

Health Fair 2020 highlights the development of the

human body and how the brain works with the rest of the

body to keep your natural machine running efficiently. Plus,

learn about the amazing world of regenerating body parts,

and how this can be life altering for people who are suffering

from disease or have a debilitating injury. When nature meets

challenges, science, technology, engineering, and ingenuity

step up to help!

Leading researchers and experts from McLean Hospital,

Boston University, and the Center of Brains, Minds, and

Machines at MIT will be on hand in the Exhibit Halls

and on the Gordon Current Science & Technology Center

Health Fair March 20 and 21

Vacation Week at the MuseumChallenge your mind with special activities that put

your problem-solving skills to the test! Celebrate

National Engineers Week throughout the Exhibit Halls

February 16 – 22. For more information: mos.org/events.

stage to share their insights into the human body and

brain development, including research in neuroscience

and cognition, and what the future holds.

Get Hands-On

Enjoy activities that help you understand how your

brain is like a computer (and vice versa), experience

optical illusions, and build a nerve cell (aka neuron).

See a regenerated body part, and learn how something

so sci-fi is now very much sci-reality. And of course, you

can touch a real human brain.

“We explore some of the same

research projects, but each year

brings something new—that’s how

fast knowledge is being generated!”

says Museum educator and Health

Fair organizer Susan Heilman.

Brain Awareness Week

This event coincides with

Brain Awareness Week, a

worldwide program that

brings attention to advances

in brain science and

advocates for more funding.

It is celebrated around the

world, but you can uncover

the mysteries of the body

and brain right here!

Free with Exhibit Halls admission. Free for members. For more information: mos.org/events.

What’s Behind the Wall? The Blue Wing is being transformed for the future as you read this!

If you’ve been to the Museum lately, you’ve probably noticed that parts of the Blue

Wing are under wraps. The space is being prepared for two exciting permanent

exhibits opening later this year: Arctic Adventure: Exploring with Technology, which

will immerse you in the extraordinary environment of the Arctic; and Engineering

Design Workshop, Powered by MathWorks, which will invite you to create solutions

to an exciting array of engineering and computer science challenges.

A Sneak Peek

Arctic Adventure will give you the chance to use technology as you explore the

Polar north and will illustrate how ice reveals evidence of climate change. You’ll

get to touch a real ice wall, search for animals like polar bears and walruses in

a huge digital Arctic vista, and even attempt to traverse a virtual ice field using

ground penetrating radar.

Engineering Design Workshop will be the new 6,500-sq.-ft. home for engineering

activity in the Museum—10 times larger than the current Design Challenges

workshop space. This exhibit will offer staffed, rotating programs for people of

all ages, alongside the new Engineering Design Labs—activities where you can

design, build, and test your own solutions to fun engineering and computer

science challenges.

Worth Waiting For

According to Tim Porter, the Museum’s director of exhibit content and project

management, the reimagined Blue Wing will be well worth the wait. “The new

exhibits and amenities opening in the coming years will truly make it feel like

you have stepped into a transformed Museum,” he says. “There will be blended

reality activities, an engaging Arctic environment, collaborative computer

science challenges, and other dynamic experiences that invite you to interact

and learn in new, exciting ways.”

The More Things Change…

But don’t be blue about missing your favorite exhibits. Many are still on display:

Math Moves! has relocated to the Lower Level and parts of of Making Models

can now be found in Museum: Then and Now and other areas of the building.

And What I Eat is also on display in the Gordon Current Science & Technology

Center. Discover these enduring exhibits in their new locations throughout the

Museum. And get ready for the reimagined Blue Wing, starting this summer!

ARCTIC ADVENTURE

ENGINEERING DESIGN WORKSHOP

The new exhibits and amenities opening

in the coming years will truly make it feel like you have stepped into a transformed Museum.

– Tim Porter, Museum of Science

”

“

2

3 STEM Week Kickoff Massachusetts STEM Week is a statewide

effort to engage schools, nonprofits, colleges,

museums, and businesses to encourage

all learners to envision themselves in STEM

education and careers. The second annual

event launched here in October with students

from Cambridge’s Prospect Hill Academy

Charter School (shown, below left) in

attendance. Governor Charlie Baker, Lieutenant

Governor Karyn Polito, Education Secretary

James Peyser, Congressman Joe Kennedy III,

Vertex Pharmaceuticals CEO Jeff Leiden, and

others addressed diversity in STEM; Leiden

also announced a new STEM Explorers

program that will provide all Boston Public

Schools middle school students a field trip

to the Museum.

4 EiE Down Under Last fall, EiE®, the Museum’s curriculum

division, announced a new licensing

partnership with Australia’s National Science

and Technology Centre, Questacon. (Its director,

Graham Durant is shown here, flanked by EIE

and Museum representatives). The partnership

will introduce Engineering is Elementary®, our

STEM curriculum for grades 1 – 5, to students

across Australia over the next three years. One

thousand Australian educators from up to

500 schools will have access to Engineering

is Elementary workshops that will enable

them to teach engineering in an engaging

and empowering way.

1 New President, New Era The Museum of Science recently announced

that Tim Ritchie was named the new president

and will assume his role February 3. Tim hails

from Silicon Valley where he was president

and CEO of The Tech Interactive. The STEM

education leader has been instrumental in

meeting and exceeding strategic, financial,

and community goals of the institutions

he has served and is deeply committed to

increasing STEM access to underrepresented

communities. Tim joins the Museum at an

exciting new phase of growth and development

designed to broaden visitor participation and

expand our reach. Wayne Bouchard, interim

president and chief operating officer, stated:

“We are thrilled to welcome Tim to lead the

Museum during an era of unparalleled growth

and transformation. The Museum is strong on

every measure and Tim is well positioned to

deliver our essential mission.”

2 See Yourself in STEM That was the theme of STEM Week 2019,

and the Museum was honored to also

participate in Museum of Science Day at the

Massachusetts State House on October 24.

Museum representatives and educators were

on hand to share how we inspire people to

explore their curiosity and see themselves in

STEM through our curriculum, programs,

and exhibits. Speakers and guests included

students from Fenway High School, Senator

Sal DiDomenico, Senator Joseph Boncore,

and Representatives Adrian Madaro and Jay

Livingstone (shown, with the Museum’s

Wayne Bouchard and Annette Sawyer).

Museum News

3

4

1

Did You Know? Pi is a homophone of pie—the two words are pronounced similarly but are spelled differently and mean different things. Whatever the meaning, people all over love celebrating Pi Day with a generous helping of…pie!

Pho

to ©

Nic

olau

s C

zarn

ecki

Pho

to ©

Ash

ley

McC

abe

Pho

to ©

Ash

ley

McC

abe

Pho

to ©

TM

P Im

ages

General Information

EDUCATIONAL RESOURCESWilliam and Charlotte Bloomberg Science Education Center

A transformational $50 million gift from Bloomberg Philanthropies solidifies the Museum’s position as one of the world’s premier educational institutions by ensuring the ability of our educators to create and share world-class exhibits, programs, and K – 12 curricula on a global scale.

Field Trips

A field trip to the Museum is the perfect complement to classroom curriculum. To learn more about planning an unforgettable field trip: 617-723-2500, library@mos.org, mos.org/educators.

Traveling Programs

Bring a fun, interactive Museum program to your PreK – 8 school or community center! Information and reservations: 617-589-0354, travelingprograms@mos.org, mos.org/travelingprograms.

ACCESSIBILITYFor information or accommodation requests: 617-723-2500, accessibility@mos.org, mos.org/accessibility. Please request ASL interpreters at least two weeks in advance.

DIRECTIONS AND PARKING• Address 1 Science Park, Boston, MA 02114• Detailed Directions mos.org/directions • On-site Parking Museum garage parking is available first come, first served. Members receive a discount.

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

The Museum garage (4th floor) houses Level 2 electric vehicle charging stations capable of charging up to four cars simultaneously. While there is no cost to charge your car, you will need a ChargePoint account to access. Regular garage parking fees apply. For more information: chargepoint.com.

Blue Bikes Share Program

Blue Bikes, metro Boston’s bicycle-sharing system, is available on the Museum’s front plaza. Blue Bikes is a regional partnership between Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, and Somerville.

GROUP VISITSBring your group to the Museum of Science! For special pricing and more information: groupsales@mos.org, mos.org/group-visits.

EVENT PLANNINGHost your next event here! Food services provided by Wolfgang Puck Catering. For information: 617-589-0125 (Monday – Friday), events@mos.org, mos.org/private-events. Members are eligible for special rates.

BOSTON DUCK TOURSTickets sold on the front plaza. DUCKs depart from the driveway near the T. rex. Tours run daily, April – November. For reservations: 617-267-3825, bostonducktours.com.

SUPPORT THE MUSEUMIt’s easy when you shop on AmazonSmile! Go to smile.amazon.com and select the Museum of Science as your charity of choice. You’ll find all the same products, prices, and services that are on amazon.com, and the AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of eligible purchases back to the Museum. Your online shopping can really make a difference!

Sparks! FEBRUARY – MARCH 2020

MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS

Editor: Christopher DelConte

Art Director: Fanny Lau Dines

Designers: Nicole Guzzo Cynthia Hoac

Contributors: Colleen Casey Leslie Goldberg

Sparks is published bimonthly. Circulation: 55,000

© 2020 Museum of Science, Boston All rights reserved.

As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation, the Museum of Science counts on the support of its members and donors. Your involvement as a Museum member is greatly appreciated by everyone committed to making the Museum a rich, dynamic place for guests of all ages.

STAY CONNECTED WITH THE MUSEUM COMMUNITY!

For updates, special offers, and fun science:

Set up your member account to receive our Member E-News: mos.org/my-account

@

Photo © TMP Photos

EXHIBIT HALLS HOURS• Saturday – Thursday

9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

• Friday 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

• Thanksgiving Eve and Christmas Eve 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day Closed

Subject to change. For updates: mos.org/hours.

TICKETS AND MEMBERSHIPAdvance reservations recommended. For current prices and to purchase tickets: mos.org.

For membership information: 617-589-0180, membership@mos.org, mos.org/membership.

QUESTIONS? Call Science Central at 617-723-2500.

Sparks!A Newsletter for Members and Friends of the Museum of Science

Nonprofit Org.

U.S. Postage

PAID

Salem, NH

Permit #151

FEBRUARY – MARCH 2020

Dogs! A Science TailSee cover story

SPECIAL OFFER! Use Your Omni Passes for the 4-D TheaterWhile the Mugar Omni Theater is closed for a digital upgrade, the 4-D Theater is open for business! Valid only for duration of Omni closure. Visit mos.org for more details.

OCTONAUTS™ Meomi Design Inc. OCTONAUTS © 2019 Vampire Squid Productions Ltd.

The BBC and BBC Earth are trademarks of the British Broadcasting Corporation and are used under license. BBC logo © BBC 1996. Photography © Rosie Thomas.

SMALLFOOT and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s20)

Calendar of EventsFebruary – March 2020

create

February March

CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTSInformation is subject to change. Please confirm all dates and times: 617-723-2500, mos.org.

TicktockDiscover a collaboration between astrophysicist Paul Sutter and SYREN Modern Dance that explores scientific concepts 7:00 p.m. M ! A

Coleslaw’s CornerKick off the season with a new lineup of award-winning drag performances in the Planetarium. 7:30 p.m. ! $ A

Member Preview: Dogs! A Science TailExclusive Member Event—Be among the first to discover life from a dog’s point of view in this fun hands-on exhibit! 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Opens to the public February 9.

First Person Cinema: SerenityJoin the Boston Science Fiction Film Festival for a screening of the classic Serenity with live commentary. 7:30 p.m. ! $ A

Book Club for the CuriousJoin a discussion about Testosterone: An Unauthorized Biography by Rebecca M. Jordan Young and Katrina Karkazis. CIC. 5:30 p.m.

Heartbreakers & HeartthrobsBoston’s best drag kings from the Slaughterhouse Society return to the dome for another innovative Valentine’s Day show. 7:30 p.m. ! $ A

School Vacation Week BeginsSaturday, February 15 – Saturday, February 22 Regular Exhibit Halls hours 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (except Friday, February 21; 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. as usual)

The Amazing Nano Brothers Juggling Show ClosesVirtuoso jugglers Dan and Joel provide a comical and unforgettable introduction to atoms, molecules, and nanoscale forces. 1:00 and 3:00 p.m.

Synesthesia Suite In the Planetarium, “hear” color and “see” sound, just as synesthetic orchestral composer Mary Bichner does. 7:30 p.m. ! $ A

Dutch ReBelleExperience the electrifying sounds of hip-hop artist and Boston favorite Dutch ReBelle under the fulldome. 9:30 p.m. ! $ A

Book Club for the CuriousJoin a discussion about Naked Economics: Undressing the Dismal Science (3rd edition) by Charles Wheelan. CIC. 5:30 p.m.

ReelAbilities Film FestivalJoin us for a special screening of Picture of His Life in the Planetarium to celebrate the upcoming 2020 festival! 7:00 pm. M ! A

Pi DayWhile we celebrate a day of giving, our educators share some cool math-themed activities and presentations. Also Friday, March 13.

Health FairLearn about the development of the human body, including the brain, through hands-on activities and more. 11:00 a.m. Also Friday, March 20; 10:00 a.m.

Thinking Outside the Blocks: Reimagining Space in BostonMeet with local residents and experts to learn about, explore options, and recommend ideas for the future of housing in Boston. 6:30 p.m.

SYMBOL KEY

M Members may reserve tickets in advance and/or receive discounts.

! Reservations are either required or strongly recommended.

$ A fee is associated with this event or exhibit.

A For visitors 18 years of age and older.

6Thursday

13Thursday

12Thursday

5Wednesday

22Saturday

5Thursday

15Saturday

14Saturday

21Saturday

24Tuesday

8Saturday

27Thursday

OMNI CLOSURE

The Mugar Omni Theater is closed for an exciting renovation, reopening in early spring 2020! Check mos.org/imax for schedule and capacity updates.

11Tuesday

Photo © Nicolaus Czarnecki

Sign up for Summer Courses!

Looking for stimulating fun for your kids this summer? Sign up for a week (or more!) of science courses running in July and August.

Students entering grades 1 – 8 can choose from morning or afternoon classes—or create a full day of fun!

• For more information and to register: mos.org/courses.

• Summer courses are offered early to Museum members starting January 23!

4-D TheaterFor showtimes and tickets: 617-723-2500, mos.org/4d. Shows run approximately 15 minutes. Member price: $5.

Octonauts: Amazon Adventure 4-DJoin a crew of daring aquatic explorers as they encounter amazing creatures in their search for an underwater city full of treasure in Octonauts: Amazon Adventure 4-D!OCTONAUTS™ Meomi Design Inc. OCTONAUTS © 2019 Vampire Squid Productions Ltd.

The Congo 4-D: Life in the RainforestExplore the mesmerizing creatures that battle for space and survival in the dangerous tropical rainforests of the Congo.The BBC and BBC Earth are trademarks of the British Broadcasting Corporation and are used under license. BBC logo © BBC 1996. Photography © Rosie Thomas

SMALLFOOT 4-D ExperienceAn extraordinary adventure for all ages, SMALLFOOT 4-D Experience turns myth upside down when a bright young yeti finds something he thought didn’t exist—a human. SMALLFOOT and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s20)

Charles Hayden Planetarium Our state-of-the-art Planetarium showcases a wide variety of original programming, including live and pre-recorded presentations. For showtimes and tickets: 617-723-2500, mos.org/planetarium. Shows run approximately 35 – 45 minutes. Member price: $5.

Sponsored by

FEATURED SHOWS

Destination Mars: The New FrontierDiscover how NASA and its partners are revolutionizing space travel, and explore the technologies that will take humans from Earth back into deep space. With the voice of astronaut and pioneer Dr. Mae Jemison.Produced by the Museum of Science with support from NASA.

Big Bird’s Adventure: One World, One Sky Investigate the stars with your favorite friends from Sesame Street and learn about the Big Dipper, the North Star, the Sun, and the Moon.

Moons: Worlds of MysteryExperience the spectacular forces at work on these natural satellites, and discover just how complex and wild the solar system really is. This award-winning show was produced by the Museum of Science.

Exhibit Halls For more information: 617-723-2500, mos.org/exhibits.

New! Dogs! A Science TailOpens Sunday, February 9Experience the extraordinary way a dog sees, hears, and smells the world through fun and unique hands-on activities, and uncover the science behind our enduring bond.

What I Eat: Around the World in 25 DietsA thought-provoking collection of portraits showcases 25 individuals from around the world and the food that fuels them over the course of a single day.

Wicked Smart: Invented in the Hub Greater Boston-based innovations and their creators are the focus of this permanent exhibit.

Butterfly GardenExplore a living exhibit filled with sunlight, plants, and free-flying butterflies. Timed tickets required. Member price: $5.

Thrill Ride 360°Take a ride on a roller coaster you design in this full-motion experience! Timed tickets required. Member price: $5.

FEATURED PRESENTATION

Live presentations are offered throughout the day every day. For current schedules and to learn about our offerings on a given day: 617-723-2500, mos.org/daily-schedule.

Live Animal PresentationDaily; visit mos.org for specific timesShapiro Family Science Live! StageExplore the adaptation, behaviors, and ecology of animals with the furry, feathered, and scaly residents of our Live Animal Care Center.

Music Under the DomeFriday and Saturday eveningsUnder the dome, experience one of our most innovative and immersive offerings, celebrating musical icons like Drake, Fleetwood Mac, and now The Divas Experience featuring the music of Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston, Celine Dion, and more!

Imag

e ©

Mus

eum

of S

cien

ce

Adult ProgramsFor more information: 617-723-2500, mos.org/adults. Funded in part by the Barbara and Malcolm L. Sherman Fund for Adult Programs and by the David and Marion Ellis Endowment Fund.

SUBSPACE

Redefine your nightlife with our evening programs for adults 18+!

TicktockWednesday, February 5; 7:00 p.m.SYREN Modern Dance brings their hit piece to Boston for one night only! A collaboration with astrophysicist Paul Sutter, “Ticktock” is a dance piece that uses narrative sequences and physical movement to explore time concepts, including Einstein’s theories of special and general relativity, memory, and our perception of time.

• Free, thanks to the generosity of the Lowell Institute.

• Presented by SYREN Modern Dance. This project is made possible in part by support from the New York Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.

• Advance registration begins Monday, January 20 for members (Wednesday, January 22 for the general public) at mos.org/adults.

First Person Cinema: SerenityTuesday, February 11; 7:30 p.m.Join the Boston Science Fiction Film Festival

for an exclusive, interactive screening of the sci-fi classic Serenity. Featuring live commentary from

special guests Dr. Rebecca Housel and comedian Ken Reid under the Planetarium dome!

• Fee: $15. Purchase tickets at mos.org/adults.

Synesthesia Suite Thursday, February 27; 7:30 p.m.In partnership with the Museum, synesthetic orchestral composer Mary Bichner returns to the Planetarium! Don’t miss this one-night-only experience, featuring live performances of Bichner's compositions paired with stunning visuals inspired by her polymodal synesthesia, allowing you to “hear” color and “see” sound as she does.

• Fee: $20 in advance; $25 day of event. Purchase tickets in advance at mos.org/adults.

SPECIAL MEMBER OFFER Experience King Tut: Treasures of the Golden Pharaoh, the largest-ever exhibition of the famed ruler’s treasures, when it comes to Boston!

You can see it June 13, 2020 – January 3, 2021 at The Castle at Park Plaza, thanks to a special partnership between IMG Worldwide and the Museum of Science. Museum members will have an opportunity to purchase tickets at a discount, before they go on sale to the general public. Watch your email for more details!

Pho

to ©

Nic

olle

Ben

nett

Pho

to ©

Jon

atha

n B

eckl

ey

Dutch ReBelleThursday, March 5; 9:30 p.m.The artist known for “mixing introspective, punch-lined filled lyrics with heart pounding production” returns to the Planetarium with a tour de force show! ReBelle has been named ‘Best Hip-Hop Artist’ by the Boston Music Awards.

• Fee: $20 in advance; $25 day of event. Purchase tickets in advance at mos.org/adults.

ReelAbilities Film FestivalThursday, March 12; 7:00 p.m.Join us for a special preview event to celebrate the upcoming 2020 festival! Don’t miss an immersive and intimate screening of the film Picture of His Life, about photographer Amos Nachoum, in the Planetarium.

• Free, thanks to the generosity of the Lowell Institute. Additional funding provided by the Richard S. Morse Fund.

• Advance registration begins Monday, February 24 for members (Wednesday, February 26 for the general public) at mos.org/adults.

Wicked High TidesTuesday, March 3; 6:30 – 9:00 p.m.Nuisance flooding is caused by sea level rise, which increases the risk to coastal communities with regular tidal flooding and higher storm surges during coastal storms. Explore how communities around Boston can be more resilient to sea level rise in the coming decades.

• This program is possible thanks to funding from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

• Free; register at mos.org/adults.

Coming Soon! Thursday, April 16; 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Show your Museum support! Enjoy a celebratory evening of dinner, drinks, and interactive experiences as we toast Dell Technologies, the 2020 Star of STEM.

• For more information: 617-589-0185, starsofstem@mos.org, mos.org/starsofstem.

• Individual ticket includes a memorable dining experience and a night full of interactive entertainment. Sponsorship opportunities are available.

Thinking Outside the Blocks: Reimagining Space in BostonTuesday, March 24; 6:30 – 9:00 p.m.Boston’s housing crisis is real. How would you design your future living space or neighborhood? Talk with local residents and experts to learn about and recommend ideas for the future of housing.

• This program is possible thanks to funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF).

• Free; register at mos.org/adults.

Book Club for the Curious Thursdays, February 13 and March 12; 5:30 p.m.Free and open to the public, these monthly discussions focus on science, technology, and their impact on society.

• Location: CIC, 245 Main Street, Floor 2, Cambridge.

• February 13: Testosterone: An Unauthorized Biography by Rebecca M. Jordan Young and Katrina Karkazis.

• March 12: Naked Economics: Undressing the Dismal Science (3rd edition) by Charles Wheelan.

• Presented in partnership with CIC.

• For more information: mos.org/events.

Pho

to ©

Jon

atha

n B

eckl

ey

FLA

GS

HIP

: PLE

AS

E TR

IM O

FF 1/16” TO

GA

TEFO

LD IN

FLA

GS

HIP

: PLE

AS

E TR

IM O

FF 1/16” TO

GA

TEFO

LD IN

MEMBER TIPSFollow these and use your member benefits to get the most out of every visit!

Questions? Call 617-589-0180 or visit mos.org/membership-faq.

Bring your current membership card for faster Exhibit Halls entry.

Take public transportation! For parking tips: mos.org/parking.

MEMBER

Save time—go online! To sign up: mos.org/my-account.

Remember to redeem electronic passes for timed tickets.

OMNI CLOSUREThe Mugar Omni Theater is closed while we conduct an exciting renovation, upgrading the iconic venue with a new digital laser projection system. The space is also undergoing complete refurbish-ment, including new lighting, audio, seats, and queue. These enhancements will give you the most advanced Omni experience when it reopens this spring!

Check mos.org/imax for details.

EventsFor more information: 617-723-2500, mos.org/events.

The Amazing Nano Brothers Juggling ShowSaturdays through February 22; 1:00 and 3:00 p.m.Join virtuoso jugglers Dan and Joel for a comical and unforgettable introduction to atoms, molecules, and nanoscale forces while juggling everything from baseball bats to potted plants—even atop seven-foot unicycles!

• Free with Exhibit Halls admission.

• Length: 40 minutes.

Health Fair: Exercise Your BrainFriday, March 20; 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and Saturday, March 21; 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Join Museum educators and outside researchers as they talk about how our body develops—and learn everything you ever wanted to know about brain power. Enjoy hands-on activities, including an opportunity to touch a real brain!

• Free with Exhibit Halls admission.

Pho

to ©

TM

P Im

ages

Become an Active Supporter!The Museum receives financial support in some unique ways. Our members give through climbing, running, or supporting those who do.

Lace Up for Learning

On Monday, April 20, Museum marathoners will run the Boston Marathon® in support of Traveling Programs, which bring Museum-quality educational programming to students and educators throughout New England. All funds raised by the runners go toward program expansion, scholarships, and further outreach across the Northeast. Meet the runners and support the team at mos.org/marathon.

Summit for Science

Challenge yourself and support the Museum at the 14th annual Washburn Challenge, a fundraising hike of Mount Washington, on Sunday, June 28. Scale New England’s tallest peak using the map created by Museum founding director and cartographer Brad Washburn! All money raised supports our Annual Fund. For details on how to climb, support, or get involved: 617-589-4475, mos.org/challenge.

March

Cover Photo © Ashley McCabe

Museum of Science exhibitions and educational programs receive important support from individual members and donors

like you. Additional support provided by:

We gratefully acknowledge the support of:

Museum of Science 617-723-2500 mos.org

Premier Partner Media Partner

create

Member EventsFor more information: 617-589-0180, mos.org/member-events.

Member Preview: Dogs! A Science TailSaturday, February 8; 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Let curiosity be your guide and be among the first to see our newest temporary exhibition showing life from a dog’s point of view. Experience the extraordinary way a dog sees, hears, and smells the world!

• Free for members. No reservations required.

• Entrance is limited to the number of Exhibit Halls admissions permitted with your membership level. Bring your active membership card with you.

Celebrate Pi Day at the MuseumOn Saturday, March 14, we’re celebrating with a day of giving and need your help. Our science educators are excited to show you how they are celebrating (on Friday, March 13 too!) and how you can #GivePi to support science education! Learn more at mos.org/givepi.