Public Events

• Oct 1, 2016

  Building the Hospital of the Future: A Kids-Only Minecraft Hackathon

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  Share your vision for the hospital of the future by building a virtual one at this first-of-its-kind Minecraft hacking event.

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• Oct 1, 2016

  Fashion Technology with Open Style Lab

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  Join us for a sneak peek at prototype designs for assistive clothing and check out creations that are both fashionable and functional!

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• Oct 2, 2016

  ArtWeek SubSpace: Prince

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  Go behind the scenes for a special edition of this musical experience under the Planetarium dome during ArtWeek Boston.

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• Oct 5, 2016

  Moving to Mars

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  Meet Mars One initiative candidates and hear firsthand about the process and what it means to leave Earth behind forever!

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• Oct 5, 2016

  Beyond the Telescope: Pluto Revealed

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  MIT's Richard Binzel, PhD, New Horizons science team member, explores some of the latest discoveries made by this remarkable mission.

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• Oct 6, 2016

  Cosmic Loops

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  Indulge in a rare performance in which cutting-edge electronics and rare acoustic instruments pair with Planetarium visions overhead.

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• Oct 7, 2016

  Free Film Fridays

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  Thanks again to generous support from MathWorks, all shows in the Mugar Omni Theater each Friday in October (7, 14, 21, 28) are free!

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• Oct 13, 2016

  Politics, Prejudice & Polarization: Can We Cross the Divide?

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  Peer with us inside the fascinating and enlightening science of political ideology, voter behavior, prejudice, and stereotyping.

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• Oct 14-15, 2016

  Archaeology Fair

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  Experience the excitement of archaeology with dozens of hands-on activities, live presentations, and special programs.

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• Oct 20, 2016

  Explore Space with a Former NASA Astronaut

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  Explore space with former NASA astronaut Jeffrey Hoffman during an exclusive Priceless Experience in the Charles Hayden Planetarium.

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• Oct 23, 2016

  Go Behind the Scenes at the Theater of Electricity

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  Immerse yourself in one of the Museum's most iconic attractions with an intimate Priceless Experience in the Theater of Electricity.

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• Oct 27, 2016

  Rock Band Under the Stars

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  Enjoy a one-of-a-kind gaming experience as you rock out under the stars playing Rock Band 4 on the Planetarium dome!

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• Nov 2, 2016

  You're the Expert

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  Attend a live taping of the podcast and new public radio program that explores scientific research through the lens of comedy.

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• AUG – NOV

  SubSpace Project

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  Plug in to your favorite musical legends as they ignite the Charles Hayden Planetarium in a series of one-of-a-kind tributes.

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• Nov 17, 2016

  Stories Under the Stars

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  Come to the Planetarium for an evening of live storytelling, radio, and music under the stars, hosted by NOVA's Ari Daniel.

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• Apr 8, 2017

  NanoDays 2017

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  Imagine, and explore a world that's too small to see. Nano Days is a nationwide celebration of nanoscale science, and you're invited!

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• SEP – JUN

  Flagship Clubhouse Open House

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  Learn how The Flagship Clubhouse gives youth access to the latest technology so they can explore, develop skills, and build confidence.

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• Recurring Event

  Book Club for the Curious

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  The Book Club for the Curious is designed especially for those who are interested in science and technology and how it impacts our society.

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• Recurring Event

  Astronomy After Hours

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  How awesome is astronomy? Participate in the Museum's free Friday night astronomy activities, including stargazing and more, and find out!

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