New Science Winter 2018

newscience NEWS FOR MEMBERS AND FRIENDS OF THE SAINT LOUIS SCIENCE CENTER

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Board Members Saint Louis Science Center Board of Commissioners Juan Ferreira – Chairman Eugene M. Toombs – Vice Chairman Joshua Randall – Secretary Timothy J. Eberlein, M.D. – Treasurer & Vice Chairman Dennis A. Muilenburg – Honorary Dr. Thomas F. George Daniel G. Korte Shelley Lavender William C. Rusnack Frank Thurman Donna Wilkinson

Saint Louis Science Center Board of Trustees Donna Wilkinson – President Kevin R. Alm Todd A. Bastean Bryan L. Bell Barbara Bridgewater Lynn Britton James H. Buford Mark J. Bulanda Barry T. Cervantes Lynn A. Cornelius, M.D. Jim Curran Gerald E. Daniels Arnold W. Donald Susan S. Elliott Richard C.D. Fleming G. Patrick Galvin Harvey A. Harris Mary Lee Hermann William F. Holekamp Dr. Martin H. Israel Dr. Hattie R. Jackson Frank D. Jacobs Lyda Krewson – Ex-Officio Robert J. Krieger Carol B. Loeb John F. McDonnell (Life Trustee) RADM Lee J. Metcalf, USN (Ret.) Elizabeth E. Niedringhaus Traci O’Bryan Joseph F. Reagan Jerry E. Ritter (Life Trustee) Donn Rubin Kent Schien Kathleen R. Sherby Steve V. Stenger – Ex-Officio Dr. Donald M. Suggs Dr. David J. Werner Dr. Mark S. Wrighton

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Connect with curiosity.

Dear Saint Louis Science Center Friends, This year has been remarkable at the Saint Louis Science Center. The opportunity to host the Apollo 11 Command Module and other artifacts from the first lunar landing mission with the special exhibition Destination Moon was certainly an experience we will all remember for a lifetime. Destination Moon was followed with the introduction of the new Saint Louis Science Center brand and logo in early September. In October, we opened GameXPloration, a new exhibit developed by our Science Center team about games and gaming. It has been wonderful to see multiple generations of families—and even strangers—connect around shared experiences with games.

Our Youth Exploring Science (YES) program is celebrating a big milestone—20 outstanding years of working with youth throughout their high school years to build their interest in science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM), and to prepare them for college and careers. We are proud of the 1,098 teens that have graduated from our nationally-recognized program in the past two decades. You can read more about our YES program later in this issue.

As we near the end of 2018, we have kicked off a new holiday tradition for St. Louis: Science Illuminated. For many St. Louisans, the appearance of the red bow on the James S. McDonnell Planetarium signals the beginning of the holiday season. Now we are offering our own lighting display in the GROW outdoor gallery, which features tens of thousands of lights utilizing the latest lighting technology. We invite you to bring your family and friends to the Science Center to see the holidays in a new light and take part in this new tradition.

We are gearing up for a busy 2019 featuring two special exhibitions, new OMNIMAX® films, as well as updates to the OMNIMAX Theater and to several galleries. In January, we will open an exciting traveling exhibition from the National GUITAR Museum called GUITAR: The Instrument That Rocked The World. This immersive exhibition explores the evolution, history and cultural impact of the instrument over the past 5,000 years. Following GUITAR we will open Pompeii: The Exhibition. Join us and discover Pompeii, an ancient Roman city preserved by the very disaster that destroyed it. This year’s OMNIMAX films include Cuba: Journey to the Heart of the Caribbean, Superpower Dogs and Volcanoes.

The Science Center has engaged a national executive search firm to lead the pursuit for our next chief executive officer. In the meantime, I am honored to be serving as the Interim CEO, and am proud of our team’s seamless operation through this transition.

We truly appreciate your support and wish you a happy and healthy 2019.

Sincerely,

Barbara Boyle Interim President and CEO, Chief Operating and Financial Officer

To ignite and sustain lifelong science and technology learning. Mission of the Saint Louis Science Center Connect with us for updates, special events and fun science.

Features Hours Monday– Saturday 9:30am–4:30pm Sunday 11am– 4:30pm Holiday Hours: See Calendar Insert

Contact 314.289.4400 slsc.org Saint Louis Science Center 5050 Oakland Avenue St. Louis, Missouri 63110

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Reservations Advanced Sales 314.289.4400 Corporate & Group Sales: 314.289.1419

Education Field trip information: slsc.org/field-trips Educator Resources: slsc.org/educator-resources Programming information: 314.289.4439 or education@slsc.org

Events Host your next private event at the Saint Louis Science Center. Services and catering provided by Starlite Events.

For information: 314.533.8179

Accessibility Complimentary wheelchairs and strollers available in the lobby. Motorized scooters are available for a rental fee. Personal Hearing Assistance Devices available at the OMNIMAXÂŽ Theater and Planetarium.

Rear Window Caption Service available for all OMNIMAX films.

Official Partners The Saint Louis Science Center gratefully acknowledges the support of our Official Partners.

YES   @   20 For two decades, the nationally-recognized Youth Exploring Science (YES) program has created a legacy of success by working with underrepresented teens to increase interest in science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM).

Membership Matters Connect with your museum through exclusive members-only events including Member Appreciation Holiday Night, GUITAR: The Instrument That Rocked the World special exhibition preview, Member Mission: Makerspace Engineering. Plus, save the date for upcoming member experiences.

Join Us Connect to a universe of games in GameXPloration, explore GUITAR: The Instrument That Rocked The World special exhibition, First Fridays, SciFests, Science On Tap, classes, summer camp and so much more. Plus, don’t miss the new OMNIMAXŽ Theater film Cuba.

In The News Learn about the Grow, Harvest, Gather: A Farm Celebration event, 5th Annual Golf Tournament to support Aviation and Aerospace STEM Education Programs, 10th Annual DigiGirlz High-Tech Workshop and the 100th Anniversary of the St. Louis County Farm Bureau.

Donor Spotlight Our sincere gratitude for our donors and their support for our continued development of innovative exhibits and programs that ignite a lifetime of learning and discovery for science and technology throughout our community. Plus, VIP GameXPloration reception highlights.

Calendar Insert Member and Public Events

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YES @ 20

Celebrating 20 years!

For two decades, the Science Center’s nationallyrecognized Youth Exploring Science (YES) program has been an integral part of the Science Center’s mission to ignite and sustain lifelong science and technology learning.

The program works with teens from underrepresented communities throughout their high school years to increase their interest in science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM).

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“We are proud of our legacy of success, the academic growth of our teens and the truly inspiring professional achievements of our alumni,” says Siinya Williams, senior director of the YES program.

Thanks to the founding director, Diane Miller, the YES program has a strong foundation that reaches well beyond its base at the Taylor Community Science Resource Center, just blocks from the Science Center. Miller enlisted support of community partners to gather ideas for the goals for YES and act as the resource for nominating teens to the program. “The community partners’ input was essential to forming the YES goal to prepare the youth for the jobs of the future,” says Williams. “The goal set the tone for the informal approach to project-based learning that would become the cornerstone of the program and key to our long-term success.” The community partner framework now includes over 60 partnerships that continue to provide support, collaboration and resources.

Today the YES program features a full-range of STEAM component choices for experiential learning. “From operating flight simulators and flying drones in the aerospace component to building computers and troubleshooting IT issues as helpdesk professionals in the cyber security component, each component offers hands-on STEAM experiences and professional interactions that prepare the teens with real-world skills for their next steps toward career success,” says Williams.

In honor of the milestone, the YES program received a Mayoral Proclamation from the City of St. Louis and celebrated with a YES gala and alumni events. “We look forward to continuing to be a leader in STEAM education by preparing the next generation of scientists, engineers and problem-solvers for the jobs of the future— the jobs that have not even been imagined yet,” says Williams.

Ignite a lifetime of learning and discovery.

Support the Science Center with a

Year-End Gift As one of the only free nonprofit science museums in the country, we depend on donations of all sizes to make our mission possible. We invite you to support the Science Center in the way that is most meaningful to you.

YES Program Your support of our nationally-recognized YES program will inspire a passion for science and technology learning in teens from underrepresented communities to become the next generation of STEAM professionals.

Success of YES!

Annual Fund

1098 YES teens have graduated from the program since 1997

Support our ability to create new exhibits, interactive experiences and educational programs that challenge curious minds of all ages to explore the new possibilities of science and technology.

2017–2018 Graduating Class:

100% YES teens pursued postsecondary education after completing the YES program.

Please make your tax-deductible contribution:

90% YES teens enrolled in advanced

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science, technology, engineering and math courses beyond the level required for high school graduation.

MAIL your check in the enclosed remittance envelope.

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MEMBERS-ONLY

You’re invited.

Holiday Member Appreciation Night Tuesday, December 18 | 5:30pm-9pm

Thank You Members!

Our most popular member event of the year! Enjoy our exclusive evening of fun festivities for all ages throughout the entire museum!

Save-the-Date for upcoming Member Events

Details in the Spring issue of NewScience.

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• Crafts & Special Presentations

• Register to Win

Registration will open on March 1, 2019.

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• Discovery Room Open House

• Scavenger Hunt

Membership Matters Thanks to your support, we are able to develop innovative exhibits, educational programming and unique events that ignite and sustain a passion for science and technology throughout our region.

• Winter Solstice Planetarium Show at 7pm

Superpower Dogs MEMBER PREVIEW SCREENING

Member Mission: Save the Frogs

Thursday, March 14

Saturday, April 27

MEMBER EVENTS

FREE OMNIMAX® Theater Screenings Tuesday, December 18 Reservations required for all films | Call 314.289.4424

Member Exhibition Preview Friday, January 18 | 5pm–9pm FREE Event | Timed Entry Ticket Required Members see it first! Explore GUITAR: The Instrument That Rocked The World special exhibition. See page 10 for exhibition details.

Santa vs. the Snowman

Preview Screening! Cuba

6PM | Family favorite classic is back

7PM & 8PM | Members see it first!

Experience the island nation’s vibrant culture and distinctive old-world architecture and the unspoiled ecosystems of the breathtaking landscapes.

Science Illuminated

Call 314.289.4424 for tickets.

Reservations Required | Tickets are limited Entry times: 5pm, 6pm, 7pm, 8pm.

Last entry at 8pm.

FREE Entry All Evening!

Tuesday, December 18 See the holidays in a new light with more than 75,000 lights in our GROW outdoor gallery. Our first-ever lights display features hands-on activities to explore the science of lights.

Member Mission: Makerspace Engineering Thursday, February 21 | 6pm–8pm FREE Event | Reservation Required Celebrate National Engineers Week with hands-on activities that explore how engineers build, invent and create the world around us.

Call 314.289.4424 for tickets.

Reservations Required | Tickets are limited

Special Exhibition Preview Evening & Volcanoes Preview Screening

VIP PASS

Thursday, May 16

ONE COMPLIMENTARY ADMISSION

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JOIN US WORLD 1: LET’S PLAY

WORLD 2: RISE OF COMPUTERS AND CONSOLES

Connect to a universe of games.

FREE fully interactive exhibition developed by the Saint Louis Science Center to showcase games and gaming from board games to video games to virtual reality.

The game is on with over 30 fully immersive exhibit experiences that trace the exciting evolution of games and gaming. Play to learn and learn to play through the 7,500-square-foot exhibition and discover the five featured worlds that explore how games intersect with our lives and what they reveal to us about psychology, neuroscience and technology.

“For countless generations, games have sparked our imagination, piqued our curiosity and, of course, provided endless amounts of fun. We hope that GameXPloration will transform our visitors’ thinking on games and inspire the next generation of gamers, engineers, coders, creative problem-solvers and more,” said Chief Officer for Science, Education and Experience Christian Greer.

This exhibition is unique in that it was developed with targeted input from a core group of teens from the Science Center’s Youth Exploring Science (YES) program. “The YES teens played an integral part in the design and production of this highly interactive experience,” says Greer. The teens also support the staffing of the exhibition as game interpreters for visitors by providing recommendations for immersive experiences.

YES Teen Core Development Team, left to right: Cetris Ivy, Quadlyn Louis, Alyssa Stephen. Not pictured: Atajio Ivy, Jaelin Patterson, Vishnu Sivaprasad, Jishnu Sivaprasad, Isaiah Collins, Harrison Mason.

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WORLD 3: RISE OF THE ARCADE

WORLD 4: A NEW REALITY

Science Illuminated Now Thru December 30 Wednesdays–Sundays 5:30pm–8:30pm

WORLD 5: GAME LAB

See the holidays in a new light.

Join us for our first holiday lights display at the Saint Louis Science Center.

• More than 75,000 lights set our • outdoor venue, GROW, aglow • Engage in hands-on activities that • will explore the science of light Enjoy Festive Food & Beverages Available for purchase: • Chili • S’mores • Hot Chocolate • Adult Beverages • More Prices:

GameXPloration is made possible with support from

Wednesday & Thursday $5 members | $7 non-members Friday–Sunday $6 members | $8 non-members Free for children 2 and under.

Discounts for groups of 10 or more.

GameXPloration Sponsor Positronic Creates Air Hockey Robot Game

Call 314.289.4424 for tickets or reserve yours at slsc.org/illuminated.

Timed-entry tickets required.

Premiering at Member Appreciation Holiday Night on December 18 Take on the Air Hockey Robot and see how it predicts where your shot will go using artificial intelligence. Positronic develops artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and computer vision solutions that help businesses harness their data to gain a competitive edge.

Positronic Representatives, left to right: Noah Rosenberg, Ben Vierck, Justin Hofer, Danni Eickenhorst

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GUITAR: The Instrument That Rocked The World Saturday, January 19–Sunday, April 14 | Special Exhibition From its ancient beginnings in the Nile River Valley to its iconic status as a modern mainstay of every genre of music, the guitar has ROCKED them all.

Experience the science of sound and the cultural impact of the guitar by exploring more than 60 instruments and 100 historical artifacts—ranging from the rare and antique to the wildly popular and innovative. The traveling exhibition also features hands-on interactives for all ages, video performances, x-ray images of guitars’ inner workings and plenty of opportunities to strum and jam.

“We are very excited to bring this truly fascinating look at this iconic instrument to our visitors,” Jackie Mollet, managing director of Visitor Services. “The immersive hands-on activities bring a unique level of understanding of the history and science of the guitar and its cultural impact on so many musical genres from classical to heavy metal.”

GUITAR: The Instrument That Rocked The World is produced by The National GUITAR Museum.

ONLY $5 Members $10.95 non-members $7.95 children 5–12/seniors FREE for children 4 and under.

MEMBER EXHIBITION PREVIEW Friday, January 18 | 5pm–9pm See page 7 for reservation details.

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EXPLORE & EXPERIENCE

The world’s largest playable guitar (certified by the Guinness Book of Records), at almost 44 feet long. You can even try playing it.

tnemu rtsnI ehT :RATIUG and transitional stringed dl roinstruments W ehTthat deshow kcoR tahT A full range of historic ancestors 3 the guitar’s shape and sound, the evolution of up to a modern guitar created by a 3-D printer.

Iconic electric guitars such as the Fender Telecaster and Gibson Les Paul, along with over-thetop models such as the Jackson Randy Rhoads with its exaggerated triangular points.

See through a 6-foot amplifier stack and learn what gives modern music so much volume, while learning about the physics of amplification.

Test your memory by playing riffs on a virtual fretboard that challenges your ability to remember complex patterns.

Feel how strings resonate on wood and discover how the acoustic guitar’s soundbox increases and changes its sound.

Make your own music by breaking the beams of a laser harp.

Explore how to “see” sound with an LED piano.

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Calling all Scouts New Online Enrollment for Scouting Programs VISIT slsc.org/scouts It has never been easier to register for the Science Center’s regularly-scheduled Scout Days, Scout Fest Weekends or privately booked workshops. Each scout event features STEM content experts and hands-on programming that take the guesswork out of badge requirements.

LEARN MORE | VISIT slsc.org/scouts CALL 314.289.4439 | EMAIL education@slsc.org

Scout Days December 1 | Wolf: Digging In the Past December 9 | Bear: Super Science January 5 | Webelo: Adventures in Science January 5 | Senior: Sky January 13 | Brownie: Senses January 13 | Wolf: Germs Alive!

Bring the whole troop or enroll individually. $10 per Scout. $12 per Boy Scout merit badge.

Scout Fest Weekend February 16 | Cub & Boy Scouts February 17 | Girl Scouts Join us for hands-on STEM badge workshops. All Scouts in uniform receive discounts on Science Center activities. $9 Member-per Scout. $10 non-members. $12 per Boy Scout merit badge.

LEARN MORE | VISIT slsc.org/scouts CALL 314.289.4439 | EMAIL education@slsc.org

Science Blast Camp

Blast Off for Summer Camp Create, invent & explore the world of STEM Member Early Registration Access Begins February 4 20% OFF for Family & Friends Plus & MAX Level Members Fly a real airplane, build a robot, create a video game and so much more.

Choose from 8 weeks of STEM programming for ages 4-15 with half-day, full-day and flexible extended care options.

Non-member registration begins March 4.

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2018 HIGHLIGHTS Nearly 600 campers enjoyed a summer of science fun featuring classic camp favorites and new STEM programs.

Campers heard from NASA engineering professionals about their work on the new Space Launch System rocket and the Curiosity Rover. The highpoint of the summer came when campers joined in a live question-and-answer session with crew members aboard the International Space Station (ISS).

Family Vet School

Preschool Science Series

Dates coming soon | Life Science Lab January | Large Farm Animals

Mondays or Tuesdays 10– 10:45am | GROW Meeting Room

February | Small Domestic Animals

December 3 & 4 | Color Mixing*

March | Domestic Animals

December 10 & 11 | Electricity & Magnets*

April | Exotic Animals

December 17 & 18 | Simple Machines*

Join experienced professionals and discover the exciting world of veterinary science. Explore current topics including preventative medicine, animal surgery and career opportunities in veterinary science. Family Vet School offers a unique way to engage with science as a family.

January 7 & 8 | Weather Wonderland

All four sessions: $60 Members | $65 non-members.

Per session: $16 Members-per person | $18 non-members.

For adults and children ages 11+.

Adults must register to participate with children.

Each two-hour workshop will be held in the Life Science Classroom on the first floor of the Oakland Building.

LEARN MORE | VISIT slsc.org/programs/family-vet-school for upcoming dates

January 14 & 15 | Ice Ice Baby January 21 & 22 | Winter Animals February 11 & 12 | Engineering Build It! February 18 & 19 | Engineering Bridges February 25 & 26 | Engineering Flying Machines Your young scientist will explore, investigate and engage with STEM topics through hands-on science exploration. $8 Members per child ages 3+ | $10 non-members.

One adult per 4 children required. *Life Science Classroom.

LEARN MORE | VISIT slsc.org/preschool-science-series CALL 314.289.4424 for reservations

St. Louis College of Pharmacy

Solar Saturdays

December 13, 14, 17–21 | January 1–4, 7–10 | February 1, 8, 15, 22 | 10am–3pm Life Science Lab

December 15 | January 19 | February 16 10am–2pm | McDonnell Planetarium

Meet students from the St. Louis College of Pharmacy for interactive activities and learn about safe disposal of medicine and poison prevention.

Join us and take a look, safely, at the fantastic displays found on the sun’s surface with members of the St. Louis Astronomical Society and Science Center educators. (Weather permitting)

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FIRST FRIDAYS Geek out from 6– 10pm on the first Friday of EVERY month and explore the intersection of science and science fiction! Enjoy local artists and innovators, themed trivia, hands-on activities and FREE screenings in the OMNIMAX® Theater and McDonnell Planetarium. Plus, members-only ticket line.

DECEMBER 7

Doctor Who Calling all Whovians and fellow travelers!

Hear from actor Simon Fisher-Becker (Dorium Maldovar) about his work on Doctor Who, enter the costume contest and browse Doctor Who-inspired arts and crafts. FREE Doctor Who episodes will screen throughout the evening.

JANUARY 4

Indiana Jones Join an Indiana Jones-inspired adventure as you learn about real-life archaeologists and discover how you can be a backyard archaeologist. Hear from local volunteers who conduct archaeology in Missouri’s caves and learn their techniques. Don’t miss Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, FREE in the OMNIMAX Theater at 10pm!

FEBRUARY 1

Ready Player One Explore cutting-edge virtual reality, video games and the science of how we play to learn in this First Friday inspired by our GameXPloration exhibition. You will also get an opportunity to create your own game. Don’t miss the FREE screening of Ready Player One in the OMNIMAX Theater at 10pm.

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Saturday, December 8 5pm–8pm Join Simon Fisher-Becker, Doctor Who and Harry Potter actor, for an intimate evening of conversation and refreshments.

Your ticket includes: • • • • • •

2 drink tickets Hors d’oeuvres & desserts Your autographed picture with Simon Fisher-Becker VIP event pass with a Doctor Who-themed lanyard

SAVE THE DATE:

$115 Members. $125 non-members.

MARCH 1

Visit slsc.org/fisher-becker for tickets.

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Meet & Greet!

Doctor Who actor Simon Fisher-Becker

Meet STEM experts for an exciting look at science and technology applications and innovations. Explore new fields along with your young scientist, meet real STEM professionals and practitioners, and discover everyday and cutting-edge ways we use science and technology.

JANUARY 19–21

Community Science Showcase Join us for our annual Martin Luther King, Jr. weekend event showcasing the diversity of the scientific community in St. Louis. Participate in hands-on activities and presentations led by STEM role models of different backgrounds and perspectives, including teens from the Science Center’s Youth Exploring Science (YES) program.

Science On Tap Saturday, February 9 7–10pm | 6–7pm VIP Access Explore the science of brewing, bottling and imbibing.

• 100+ Beers for Sampling • Tasting Plates • “Science of Beer” Demonstrations & Hands-On Activities • Live Music • Complimentary Parking

$45 Members Members-only event access line

FEBRUARY 23–24

Engineering Expo Celebrate Engineers Week 2019 with a weekend festival featuring the creative problem-solving process that engineering is all about. Meet real engineers who invent, design and build the world around us. Participate in hands-on activities and engage with a variety of engineering organizations, schools and industries.

Find inspiration for engineering your own creative abilities.

SAVE THE DATE: APRIL 20

Animal Kingdom Expo

Member tickets: CALL 314.289.4424 | VISIT slsc.org/ontap $55 non-members $60 day of the event (Member discount does not apply)

$100 VIP ticket includes first access to tastings and food, exclusive vendor interactions, valet parking and more.

MAY 18

Extreme Earth Expo slsc.org

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GALLERY NEWS

NEW for you at the Science Center.

Expand your curiosity.

Connect with your museum.

NEW FREE Makerspace Workshops 10am–Noon | Monday–Saturday 2pm–4pm | Sunday–Saturday Beginning in January, the Makerspace gallery is enhancing its approach to education and community engagement by offering FREE workshops grounded in “high and low tech” with a new theme each month. The open-access sessions feature hands-on activities to explore and create. Ages 7+

CenterStage NEW STEM Performance Space

Opening early 2019!

CenterStage will be transformed to showcase the unexpected experiences and pure excitement found in all the areas of STEM! Audiences will have an all new way to immerse themselves in the electrifying explosions, thunderous booms and captivating excitement of performances that combine the wonders of STEM with the pure fun of live entertainment.

The redesigned space will feature increased seating and visibility from the floor above and new programming for all ages including early childhood.

“We are thrilled to bring a new look and programming to this visitor-favorite destination,” says Elisabeth Senzee, associate director of Gallery Programs and Visitor Engagement. “We can’t wait to bring STEM to life through our dynamic shows.”

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JANUARY

Bloxels & Raspberry Pi’s Inspired by the GameXPloration exhibit—create a video game using the innovative game platform Bloxels and explore the homemade retro video console.

FEBRUARY

Etching: Drawing on Metal Engrave aluminum by hand—just like a pencil marks paper! Express your creativity by drawing or writing with an electric engraving pen.

NEW Planetarium Tunnel Exhibit: Art of Science Opening December 15!

NEW Aquaponics Greenhouse Tours Every Saturday | 3–4pm | GROW Gallery The GROW gallery greenhouse is full of fish, water and plants—the key components of aquaponics. No soil is needed for this alternative food production system.

Raspberry Pi computers are now part of the system thanks to the GROW partnership with MARSfarm and Urban Space Farms (USF). “We are excited to showcase the technology behind alternative ways to grow food,” says Maddie Earnest, manager of the GROW Gallery.

The tunnel connecting the McDonnell Planetarium with the 5050 building has been reinvented as an exhibit space. The inaugural Art of Science display features 36 dynamic images from the research portfolio of the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology (IGB) at the University of IllinoisUrbana Champaign.

The IGB’s Art of Science is a celebration of common ground between science and art. The space will also showcase the Saint Louis Science Center’s Collections featuring microscopes, corals and much more.

Two interactive microscopes will give visitors a hands-on connection to the art on display.

New in the GROW Pavilion: MARSFarm food computer The St. Louis startup MARSfarm’s food computer demonstrates how food can be grown in space.

It contains a hydroponics system and a Raspberry Pi computer for environmental control. The food computers were developed for schools to inspire an interest in technology and agriculture.

LEARN MORE | VISIT marsfarm.io

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OMNIMAX® THEATER

OPENS FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21 Experience a land of spectacular beauty that’s home to people renowned for their passion in the film Cuba. The island nation is preserved in time yet poised on the cusp of dramatic change. Cuba’s vibrant culture, distinctive old-world architecture, and unspoiled ecosystems all provide a vivid window into the past. You will be transported across breathtaking island landscapes, below the ocean surface to dazzling reefs, and into streets invigorated by music and dance in the heart of Havana.

MEMBER PREVIEW SCREENING Tuesday, December 18 Member Appreciation Holiday Night | 7pm & 8pm See page 7 for reservation details.

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FALL 2018

NOW SHOWING

NOW SHOWING THRU DECEMBER 24

Experience being aboard a modern aircraft carrier in this stunning tribute to one of the greatest SPONSOREDSPONSORED BY: BY: PREFERRED PARTNERS: PARTNERS: engineering feats of history. The PREFERRED immersive experience features spectacular aerial shots and unbelievably up-close flight deck footage.

The action-packed holiday family favorite is back every day at noon! Don’t miss this holiday season favorite film featuring all sorts of crazy antics and a hilarious battle by your favorite winter holiday characters.

NOW SHOWING Journey across the whole Top End of Australia and discover one of the few places that remain wild and pristine. The epic experience features a native Aboriginal guide that ventures through some of the world’s most beautiful landscapes and travels deep into crocodile country. slsc.org

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IN THE NEWS

Grow, Harvest, Gather: A Farm Celebration The annual farm-filled celebration of agriculture was held in September.

Farmers and FFA members brought sheep, goats and dairy cows for an up-close look at life on the farm. The event featured hands-on activities and engaging demonstrations from the Missouri and Illinois Farm Bureau Gateway Information Committee, Missouri Department of Agriculture, Missouri Dairy Council, Missouri Rice Research & Merchandising Council, Mascoutah Equipment and Prairie Farms Dairy. Visitors enjoyed tractor rides courtesy of CaseIH.

Presenting Sponsor

GROW Harvest News GROW “farm” harvest totaled 1,642 pounds of produce from the outdoor growing spaces and aquaponics greenhouse in 2018. “We were thrilled that our GROW education programs will benefit from the sales of our bumper crop of basil and Thai purple long beans to Anthonino’s Taverna, J. Devoti Trattoria and Local Harvest Grocery,” says GROW Plant and Animal Manager Hannah Reinhart (featured above).

A portion of the harvest was also donated to local non-profit organizations and sampled for visitors.

St. Louis County Farm Bureau 100th Anniversary Celebration In October, the St. Louis County Farm Bureau celebrated its 100th anniversary with over 100 attendees including 4 state legislators and Director of the Missouri Department of Agriculture Chris Chinn.

The event featured a $5,000 donation presentation to the Science Center’s GROW education programs.

“We appreciate the opportunity to showcase our commitment to Ag education at the Science Center during our 100th anniversary celebration,” says Denny Mertz, president of the St. Louis County Farm Bureau.

Above (left to right): Warren Stemme and Joy Straney from the St. Louis County Farm Bureau; Science Center’s Senior Director of Institutional Advancement Patti LaBrott; President of St. Louis County Farm Bureau Denny Mertz; Science Center’s Chief Institutional Advancement Officer G. Patrick Williams.

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5th Annual Golf Tournament Supports Aviation & Aerospace STEM Education Programs Over 100 golfers enjoyed a full day of friendly competition at the Science Center’s 5th Annual Golf Tournament held in October. The tournament raised over $64,000 to benefit Aviation and Aerospace STEM Education Programs and was chaired by Daniel Ladenberger of Kemco Aerospace Manufacturing and Cliff Stebe of LMI Aerospace.

Bayer was the presenting sponsor and major sponsors included Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, Deli Star, MillerCoors and ADgraphix. Photos courtesy of TAPSNAP. The Science Center was honored that Andrea Politte, founder of the Fore Honor Foundation, returned her 50/50 winnings to the Science Center. “We admire Andrea’s philanthropic spirit and respect the invaluable support her foundation provides for members of the military, veterans and first responders,” says Chief Institutional Advancement Officer G. Patrick Williams.

From left to right: Joel Karsten, Chris Foulk, Tournament Co-Chair Daniel Ladenberger, Scott Schulte.

Left: Tournament Co-Chair Cliff Stebe and team.

10th Annual DigiGirlz High-Tech Workshop Microsoft and the Saint Louis Science Center celebrated the 10th anniversary of hosting Digigirlz with a record-setting 182 girls from 34 schools.

The FREE workshop showcased careers in technology with hands-on tech demonstrations, networking and business workshops. The girls were mentored by over 75 business and technology leaders who shared their career experiences and inspiration.

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DONOR SPOTLIGHT The following list represents new gifts and pledges made by individuals to the Saint Louis Science Center from November 1, 2017–October 31, 2018. Donors are listed in the category of their giving.

Corporate, Foundation and Association donations will be recognized in a future issue of NewScience.

Investors ($1,000,000–$2,499,999) Mr. and Mrs. James G. Berges Contributors ($100,000–$249,999) Mr. and Mrs. John F. McDonnell Mr. and Mrs. Michael F. Neidorff

Saint Louis Science Center

Donor Recognition We would like to express our sincere gratitude to our donors and the support you provide for our continued development of innovative exhibits, educational programs and events that ignite and sustain a passion for science and technology throughout our community.

For more information on how to donate or increase your support of the Saint Louis Science Center, please contact Institutional Advancement at 314.289.1467 or visit slsc.org/give

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Albert Einstein Society President’s Council ($10,000–$49,999) The Honorable Sam Fox and Mrs. Fox Mr. and Mrs. James S. McDonnell III Mr. Alwal B. Moore Andrew and Peggy Newman Mr. and Mrs. Jerry E. Ritter Mr. and Mrs. Andrew C. Taylor Mr. and Mrs. Frank Thurman Albert Einstein Society Fellows ($5,000–$9,999) Anonymous Jeanne and John Champer Dr. and Mrs. Timothy J. Eberlein Mr. and Mrs. Juan Ferreira Mr. and Mrs. David P. Gast Mr. and Mrs. Will James Mr. and Mrs. Melvyn Lefkowitz Carol B. Loeb Alicia S. McDonnell Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey McDonnell Mr. and Mrs. W. Randall McDonnell Mrs. Jane Tschudy Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Van De Riet, Jr. Albert Einstein Society Patrons ($2,500–$4,999) Mr. and Mrs. Jack G. Bader Dr. William H. Danforth Amy and Pat Galvin Carol B. and Louis J. Garr, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. David O. Gifford Mr. and Mrs. Keith Guller Sidney Guller Mr. and Mrs. Tim J. Hampton Judy and Harvey Harris Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Krieger Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence E. Langsam Shelley and Tom Lavender Charles and Sue Oertli Dr. and Mrs. Sharad Parikh Marsha and Bill Rusnack Mr. and Mrs. Eric P. Seiler, Jr. Kathy and Jim Sherby Mr. and Mrs. Victor Svec

Albert Einstein Supporting Level ($1,000–$2,499) Dr. and Mrs. Jorge M. Alegre Martha and David Aronson Dr. and Mrs. Daniel B. Bauwens Ted and Robbie Beaty Barbara and Barry Beracha Mr. and Mrs. B. A. Bridgewater, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Mark Bronson Deborah and Samuel Bross David L. Brown, Ph.D and Sherri M. Brown, Ph.D Ms. Nancy L. Buth Dr. Claire Cajacob Hellen and Will D. Carpenter Bert and Karen Condie Mr. and Mrs. Gerald E. Daniels Carl and Jeanne Deutsch Dyann Dierkes Kay Drey Mr. and Mrs. Richard S. Dyer Mr. and Mrs. Howard Elliott, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. Robert F. Emnett Mr. and Mrs. David C. Farrell Mr. and Mrs. Logan W. Finerty Steve and Linda Finerty Mrs. Judith Gall Tom George and Barbara Harbach Mr. David Gephardt and Ms. Mary A. Gephardt Bettie Gershman Mrs. Helen R. Gilbert Andy and Nancee Glaser Kathryn and George W. Gokel Mr. Christian Greer and Mrs. Elisabeth Heard Greer Ms. Kathleen A. Guazzo Gary Hall and Sandra Blasingame Dr. and Mrs. S. Allen Heininger Mr. and Mrs. Michael Heinz Dr. Judith E. Ho and Dr. Richard Schulz Lotsie and Rick Holton Michael and Barbara Hurst Margaret and Martin H. Israel Mrs. Bettie Johnson Hilda P. Jones Robert E. and Carol G. Jones Mr. and Mrs. Eugene S. Kahn Dr. Richard T. Katz and Dr. Stacey Smith Mr. and Mrs. Robert Kilo Dr. Robert Kleiger Nancy Koller Mr. and Mrs. Gary E. Krosch Drs. Susan and Dan Luedke Ann S. Lux Charles D. Malloch James M. and Judith H. McKelvey James and Merry Mosbacher Dr. Jeremy Nighohossian Dr. and Mrs. David C. Norman Mr. and Mrs. Raymond W. Peters II Elizabeth and Richard Robb Mr. and Mrs. Donald L. Ross Mr. and Mrs. Jay Schmelter Julian and Helen Seeherman Dr. and Mrs. Frank Serdy Donald J. and Shirley B. Sher Mr. and Mrs. Edward T. Shutt

Dr. John D. Sprague and Ms. Carol W. Kohfeld Carol J. Valenta Mrs. Georgia Van Cleve-Colwell and Dr. John A. Colwell Mrs. Elaine Voelkel John and Ellen Wallace Steve and Gill Waltman Dr. and Mrs. David J. Werner Dan and Peggy West G. Patrick Williams Ms. Brenda C. Witt Newton Supporting Level ($500–$999) Mr. and Mrs. Ben Anderson Mr. and Mrs. Patrick J. Behan, Sr. Mr. Stephen G. Bell Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Bommarito, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Fahey Ed and Joanne Goedeker Dr. and Mrs. Lawrence K. Goering Mr. and Mrs. Richard B. Hall Michelle Hatfield and Kyle Ladd Mr. and Mrs. Barry Hendrickson Jan Holloway Joanne and Joel Iskiwitch Mr. and Mrs. D. S. Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Joiner Wayne and Cheri Jones Nancy F. Kalishman Mr. and Mrs. Roger L. Koch Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Leeds Barbara J. Luedde and Carl D. Pruess Dr. John C. Morris and Dr. Lucy B. Morris Mr. and Mrs. George D. Nelson Drs. Keith and Margaret Rich Richard and Mariette Riehemann Jane and Bruce P. Robert Mrs. Marjory H. Russell Patrick and Peggy Sly Mr. and Mrs. James W. Smith Maryilyn L. Stewart Warren and Barbara Stiska Grenville and Dianne Sutcliffe Dave and Linda Swain Mr. Richard D. Taylor Mr. Timothy J. Tegeler Mr. and Mrs. Richard D. Weber Galileo Supporting Level ($250–$499) Dianna and Joe Adorjan Mr. and Mrs. Rolf G. Albers Dr. and Mrs. David H. Alpers Dr. and Mrs. Arthur I. Auer Mr. Russell E. Barden Mr. and Mrs. Gerald J. Bennett Mr. and Mrs. Brian Beracha Dr. and Mrs. Louis P. Bosanquet Erin R. Burnett Mr. and Mrs. Albert E. Cawns Mr. and Mrs. Charles R. Dearth Mr. and Mrs. John Dedeke Mark and Barb Doering Mr. and Mrs. J. Patrick Dougherty

Henry and Ellen Dubinsky Marilyn and Bernard A. Edison Mr. and Mrs. Peter E. Fuerst John and Francine Gragnani Elizabeth L. Green Mr. and Mrs. John Grote John and Barbara Hammond Mr. Philip Heagney and Ms. Barbara Prosser Cris and Heidi Hehner Mr. and Mrs. John M. Hillhouse Lesley and Jay Hoffarth Angela and Philip Huddleston Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Hulsey Mrs. Jean Janklow Estrin and Mr. Stanley Estrin Mr. Lent C. Johnson and Ms. Sandra Ahlum Mrs. Sally C. Johnston Steven and Susan Lipstein Mr. and Mrs. Keith J. Lissant Jean Marglous Ms. Charlotte A. Martin Mrs. Jo Ellen Meier Dr. and Mrs. William H. Miller Mr. and Mrs. John O’Reilly Rose N. Perotti Mirella Ravarino Freda and Harry Rich Mr. and Mrs. James Ringhofer Peter and Susan Rogers Mr. and Mrs. Einar S. Ross Dr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Ryan Robert and Maxine Scheibe Paul J. Sheehan, M.D. Dr. Ravindra and Leena Shitut Dr. and Mrs. Thomas M. Siler Mr. and Mrs. Leslie A. Small Drs. Scott and Julia Spradlin Donald M. Suggs, D.D.S. Mr. and Mrs. Warren G. Sullivan Mrs. Etta Taylor Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Thomas Mr. and Mrs. Brian N. Wellinghoff Mr. and Mrs. Paul Wentzien Mr. Mark J. Williams Joe and Kathy Ziha Mrs. Constance L. Zimpfer and Mrs. Jane Griffin The Saint Louis Science Center regrets the misspelling or omission of any gift. If you discover a discrepancy or would like to change your honor roll listing, contact Erin Burnett at erin.burnett@slsc.org or 314.289.1467.

GameXPloration VIP Reception On November 1 the Saint Louis Science Center celebrated the opening of GameXPloration with a VIP cocktail reception. The event presentation featured an up-close look at the design process of GameXPloration.

Science Center supporters and guests played their way through the universe of games and gaming, from board games to video games to virtual reality in the custom-designed 7,500-space-foot space.

VIP Event Presenters from left to right: Christian Greer, Science Center Chief Officer of Science, Education and Experience; Juan Ferreira, Board of Commissioners Chairman; Dan Reus; Donna Wilkinson, Board of Trustees President; Dr. Zi Teng Wang

From left to right: Peter Mackie; Donna Wilkinson, Board of Trustees President; Zar Toolan

Ken Calcaterra

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Smithsonian Affiliate Membership Program

Smithsonian Affiliate Membership Program

OPENING MAY 17, 2019

Explore an unparalleled look at the city frozen in time by the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. The immersive experience showcases nearly 200 artifacts on loan from the Naples National Archaeological Museum revealing a unique record of the daily life of the people of Pompeii.

Members $12.95 Non-members: $19.95 adults.

MEMBERS SAVE-THE-DATE | EXHIBITION PREVIEW EVENING Thursday, May 16 Member Exhibition Preview reservations will open March 1, 2019.