Earth Day Bash

Brace yourself for an adventure of epic proportions as we rally together, igniting a global movement dedicated to safeguarding Earth's precious resources for the countless generations yet to come.

Event Date
Saturday, April 20, 2024
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*The Museum opens at noon on Sundays.
Ages
All Ages
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General Admission
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About the Event

Activities, events and times subject to change.

Get ready to embark on an electrifying journey through time! Cast your mind back to April 22, 1970, when history was made with the inaugural Earth Day celebration. Since then, this momentous occasion has evolved into an annual extravaganza, a jubilant homage to our planet and the tireless environmental crusaders who champion its preservation.

Let's unite in exhilaration as we dive headfirst into Earth Day festivities, brimming with thrilling nature-inspired projects, awe-inspiring demonstrations, and mind-blowing experiments. The stage is set, the world awaits—let the celebration begin!

Special Events:

Tree Sapling Giveaway donated by Trees for Houston: Embark on an exhilarating journey by taking home a tree sapling, planting it, and nurturing it for the enjoyment of both yourself and the awe-inspired generations yet to come, while simultaneously delving into the vital significance of trees and other flora within our intricate ecosystem.

When: All day while supplies last at Info Booth

UHD Water Filtration Demonstrations: Rendezvous with scientists from the University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) to delve deep into the fascinating realm of water filtration, immersing yourself in thrilling hands-on experiments that unveil the mysteries behind this essential process!

When: From 10 am to 2 pm in Concrete Jungle

Harris County Public Health Avian Team: Prepare for an exhilarating experience as the Harris County Public Health Avian Team swoops in to captivate audiences, promising an action-packed showcase filled with fascinating insights into avian wonders and environmental conservation!

When: From 11 am to 3 pm in Concrete Jungle

RicePOP: Hold onto your hats as the RicePOP (Rice University Physics Outreach Program) unleashes a whirlwind of excitement, dazzling you with mind-bending experiments that ignite curiosity and inspire a passion for science!

When: From noon to 4 pm in INVISTA Science Station

Ant Talks: Get ready for an electrifying experience as Associate Teaching Professor at Rice University, Scott Solomon, makes a thrilling appearance, igniting imaginations with his captivating discourse on the unparalleled significance of ants in our ecosystem!

When: TBD in Brown Auditorium
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Event Date
Saturday, April 20, 2024
Event Date
Sat
Apr
20
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Sat
Apr
20
2024
Event Time
9:00 am
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5:00 pm
9:00 am
5:00 pm
Ages
All Ages
Admission
General Admission
Location
Disability Accessibility
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