Gifts from the Galaxy
A partnership exhibit between Asheville Museum of Science and Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute (PARI).
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PRIDE in STEAM
Drop by the STEAM Lab in June for hands-on activities celebrating the history of LGBTQIA+ innovators, scientists, and engineers like Alan Turning, Sally Ride, and many more! Use familiar materials to construct your own robotic space arm. Make a cryptanalysis machine to decode secret messages. Create working physicians tools, color a geologic map for your […]
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Summer S.T.E.A.M Camp
FeaturedWelcome to “Summer STEAM” Camp – the ultimate kickoff to your summer vacation! Each day is a thrilling exploration of STEAM, featuring Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. Campers dive into hands-on experiments, tech adventures, creative arts, engineering challenges, and scientific wonders. It’s an introduction to the exciting world of STEAM, where learning is fused […]
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Inventor’s Workshop
Join us in the STEAM Lab as we investigate the 7 key steps to inventing, with hands-on activities that blend creativity and problem solving. Celebrate notable inventors like Stephanie Kwolek, Ismail Al-Jazari, Santiago Ramon y Cajal, and Granville Woods and get one last peek at our traveling exhibit- Thomas Edison’s Secret Lab! STEAM Lab is open […]
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Space Cowpokes
Howdy Partner- got what it takes to be a real space cowpoke? Saddle up and swing by the STEAM Lab this September as we investigate the skills that modern day space cowpokes (astronauts) need to boldly explore new frontiers in astronomy, space flight, and planetary research. Challenge yourself by repairing lunar rovers, blazing your own […]
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Under the Stars 2024
FeaturedThe Mule @ Devil's Foot Beverage Company 131 Sweeten Creek Rd, Asheville, United StatesJoin us for a stellar evening at Under the Stars 2024! It's Written in the Stars!
The Asheville Museum of Science invites you to join us on October 3rd, 2024 at The Mule at Devil’s Foot Beverage Company from 6pm – 10pm with a VIP reception from 5pm – 6pm. Join us for a stellar evening of science, dinner, dancing, and premier live and silent auction!
AMOS holds Under the Stars every year to help fund our mission of expanding access to STEAM education all across WNC. With studies indicating that 75% of learning happens in informal settings, AMOS’s experiential and hands-on learning model serves as a pillar of community development, workforce preparation, and fun-filled exposure to STEM subjects for children, families, and educators. We invite you to join us for this exciting phase of growth, as we work to expand our educational programs and resources to every surrounding city, town, and rural community in the western part of the state.
Non-member tickets: $70
Member tickets: $65
VIP tickets: $80
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October STEAM Lab – Strange Phenomena
Science is filled with unsolved mysteries- dare to try and solve them? Creep into the STEAM Lab as we examine the strange phenomena behind the human brain. Conduct experiments to see if you’re psychic, trick or treat your brain’s memory function, engineer your own goosebump generator, and collect data alongside other museum guests to test […]
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HALLOSTEAM
Asheville Museum of Science 43 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesJoin us at AMOS for a community Halloween party!
This Halloween, there’s a mystery afoot in the museum...It seems as though one of our T. Currei’s bones has gone missing!
Use STEAM skills to catch the culprit. Decode puzzles, conduct experiments, explore never-before seen parts of the museum, and even get a chance to interrogate AMOS staff.
HALLOSTEAM is a donation-based event! Join us as we host some indoor fun for our community of all ages. Celebrate Halloween with activities, music, trick or treating, and take home community resources with you as part of our children's supply drive.
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AMOS Family Workshops: STEAM Advent Calendars
FeaturedJoin us at AMOS for a special workshop to kick off the holiday season- STEAM Advent Calendars! Makers of all ages can work together to create their own unique STEAM themed advent calendars full of curious treats and treasures provided by the museum. Design, decorate, and create your own countdown calendars that reflect your own STEAM […]
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JOY TO THE WORLD
Join AMOS educators and guest presenters in the STEAM Lab as we experiment in joy and gratitude! Take home a DIY "joy generator," conduct research on which types of mammals experience joy and how, practice the science of smiling and laughter, and contribute to our joyfulness map!
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Under the Stars 2024
Asheville Museum of Science 43 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesA fundraiser for AMOS and the communities in our orbit! Join us for Under the Stars 2024, a fundraiser for AMOS and the communities in our orbit! The Asheville Museum of Science invites you to join us for a night at the museum on December 6th, 2024 from 6:30pm – 9:30pm with a VIP reception from 5:30pm – 6:30pm. This year’s […]
$65 – $80