National Science & Engineering Week 2012

Science Brainwaves | Sun 11 March

Families can explore the forces behind the objects at Kelham Island Museum through hands on demonstrations provided by the Science Brainwaves.

Putting the wheels in motion | Sun 11 March

A talk for adults by SIMT's head conservator Eddy Foster about the Sheffield Simplex Car. Eddy will talk about the history of the car and his personal experiences of driving this 1920s prototype. The car is on display in the Museum's Transport Gallery. Find out more...
Places still available for talks at 12.15 and 2.15pm please call 0114 2010613 or email education@simt.co.uk or just turn up on the day.

Solar Powered Hill Climb Challenge | Sun 18 March | 12 - 3pm

A FREE family workshop from David Garlovsky of Solar-Active and Andy Bullough of the Centre for Science Education at Sheffield Hallam University.

David will be at hand to support families in building a solar powered buggy. There will be opportunity to test, trial and adapt key aspects of your buggy design.

This family activity is free of charge, no need to book, just turn up on the day. For further information call 0114 2010613 or email education@simt.co.uk. Normal museum admission charges apply.

Ken Hawley Talk

Our apologies Ken's talk scheduled for Sun 18 March has been cancelled due to unforseen circumstances.

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