‘Dia de la Ciencia y la Cultura’ at the Museum of Natural Sciences, August 3
For immediate release ‐ July 24, 2024
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[RALEIGH, N.C.] — Don’t miss “Dia de la Ciencia y la Cultura” (“Science and Culture Day”), a brand new and fully bilingual (Spanish-English) event celebrating science and Hispanic culture at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, Saturday, August 3, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Free.)
Whether you’re a science enthusiast, student or just curious, you’ll enjoy engaging talks, interactive exhibits and hands-on activities with scientists and educators. Explore displays blending science with cultural traditions and history, and participate in fun educational activities for all ages.
Highlights include more than 40 displays where visitors can learn about bats, birds and butterfly migrations; the remarkable lips of sucker fish; prehistoric discoveries (including dinosaurs) with real fossils; the magic of magnetism; the snakes of North Carolina; and much more.
Tour the Living Conservatory — an exhibit designed to mimic a Central American tropical dry forest filled with living plants and animals, including butterflies, turtles, tarantulas, snakes and even a two-toed sloth.
You can also see what it was like when dinosaurs ruled the Earth in “Walking with Dinosaurs 3D,” the story of an underdog dinosaur that triumphs to become a hero for the ages. Or enjoy Takiri Folclor Latino, a group that showcases Latin American culture through dance.
“Día de la Ciencia y la Cultura” is presented by the NC Museum of Natural Sciences in partnership with the Consulate General of Mexico and the RedGlobalMX Raleigh Chapter. For more information, see the event page.
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