EVENTS

There's always something to do at one of the Network museums.

Check below to learn more about our events and exhibits. Please contact each museum for exact dates and times of the events listed.

Now Through September
Masks of Guerrero
Museum of Discovery, Little Rock
The Mexican state of Guerrero has one of the richest mask traditions in Latin America and the world. For thousands of years, the masks have been used to represent mythical battles of good vs. evil and religious themes traced to the Spanish conquest, and are still seen in festivals and celebrations today such as the Day of the Dead and the Day of the Holy Cross. Come see The Masks of Guerrero exhibit, on display this summer and fall.
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Now to September 4
Zebra Art Safari
Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas
Pine Bluff High School Annual Exhibit
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Now through September 6
Be the Dinosaur
Mid-America Science Museum, Hot Springs
2010 is a Summer of Dinosaurs at Mid-America Science Museum. Headlining the season is the thrilling new exhibit Be The Dinosaur . Immerse yourself in a virtual world and experience what it was like to be a Triceratops, a Hadrosaur, or a Tyrannosaurus Rex! Then find yourself face to face with life-size animatronic monsters in our Dinosaurs Alive! environment. Finally, explore Cretaceous Park, our new permanent discovery site where you can dig 65,000,000 years into the past.
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Now to September 6 
Alice's Wonderland
Museum of Discovery, Little Rock
Enter a world of wonder that includes the Mad Hatter's Tea Party, the Queen's Croquet Grounds, the Hall of Mirrors, the Mushroom Forest, and more! Visitors will explore the science behind elements of this curious adventure.
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Now to September 26
Backyard Science
University of Arkansas Discovery Zone, Fayetteville
From bugs to rainbows to stars, there's a world of discovery in your backyard. Be amazed at all the science that is right there in front of you all the time! Step into our backyard explore the sky, rainbows, weather, geology, bugs, patterns in nature, and latitude.
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Now to September 26
Exploring the Frontier
Museum of Discovery, Little Rock
The Mississippi River was very important in the development of the United States. Native American culture was thriving in this region when Spanish explorers penetrated the area in the 1500s, followed by the French and English — all seeking adventure, fortune, or souls. Exploring the Frontier ignites the imagination and challenges the intellect while setting the story of the Arkansas experience as a crossroads of many cultures.
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Now to September 26
Arkansas Rocks, Rivers and Roadcuts
Discovery Place Children's Museum, Texarkana Museums System, Texarkana
Ever wonder when you drive around your neighborhood why you see creeks, rocks, hills or flat lands? Or how earthquakes, caves, and diamond mines can all be found in one state? Find out how your stretch of the road fits in with this hands-on, interactive “road map” to Arkansas’ geology.
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Now to September 26

Astronomy: It's a Blast!
Mid-America Science Museum, Hot Springs
In this out-of-this-world exhibit, you are transported to outer space to discover how high a space shuttle can fly. Race to launch water-powered rockets, and touchdown a space shuttle on a runway. Experience for yourself the physics of how we get to space and back.
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Now to September 26
Newton's Corner
Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources, Smackover
Experience Newton’s three Laws of Motion in a variety of medium at Newton's Corner, and see how they relate to real world situations in your life! In this exhibit, you will compare and contrast Newton’s three laws of motion and explain how Newton’s laws apply to real world situations (e.g., sports, transportation). Investigate the relationship between force and motion, force and mass, and force and direction while recognizing different types of forces such as gravity, friction and magnetic forces.
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Now to September 26
GPS Adventures Arkansas
Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas, Pine Bluff
Want to get it on the latest craze? Geocaching is a great outdoor sport to get the whole family involved in. You can learn everything you need to know to start geocaching today at GPS Adventrues Arkansas. Bring the entire family and learn all about geocaching, go on a mini-geocaching adventure on the museum's beautiful grounds, and learn how to get started finding all 52 geocaches at Arkansas State Parks!
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Now to September 26
Illusion Confusion
Arkansas State University Museum, Jonesboro
Put your senses to the test as you experience how perceptions often seem to fool even science! From mirrors to mazes to refracting light, you’ll learn that you can't always believe what you see.
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Now to September 27
GPS: Mapping Arkansas
Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas
Hands-on kids' science exhibit. Special GPS sites set up around Jefferson County.
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Now to October 3
Nanotechology: What's the Big Deal?
Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources, Smackover
“Nanotechnology: What’s the Big Deal?” introduces facts and dispels myths about the important field of nanoscience. At the ultra-tiny nanoscale, common materials can behave in unusual ways. Scientists are working to understand this phenomenon and how it applies to our lives. In this exhibit you will see what a billion (and one-billionth) of something looks like. You can manipulate the size of a quantum dot to see its strange changing properties. You will also watch as floating molecules move themselves into an orderly pattern. These are just some of the amazing facts you will learn about nanotechnology.
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Now to October 23
Pine Bluff Art League Annual Juried Exhibit
Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas
In the Simmons Gallery
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September 7 to December 2010
Science & Art
Arts and Science Center for Southeast Arkansas, Pine Bluff
Science & Art looks at how science and art work together to inspire innovative creations that enhance our lives and open our minds. Meet five scientists who have used both science and art in their work, and learn what inspires them. There are also plenty of opportunities to experience science and art firsthand with several hands-on interactive activities.
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September 7, 2010 
Masks of Guerrero Exhibit Reception
Museum of Discovery, Little Rock
In Discovery Court
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September 11
HiStory Time
Arkansas State University Museum, Jonesboro
Story and crafts or games foor the little ones. 10:30 a.m.
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September 12, 2010 
Little Rock Family Education Expo
Museum of Discovery, Little Rock
Sturgis Exhibit Hall
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October 2, 2010 - March 2011
Backyard Science
Discovery Place Children's Museum, Texarkana Museums System, Texarkana
From bugs to rainbows to stars, there’s a world of discovery in your backyard. Be amazed at all the science that is right there in front of you all the time! Step into our backyard explore the sky, rainbows, weather, geology, bugs, patterns in nature, and latitude. Backyard Science is sponsored by the Bank of America.
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October 2, 2010 - March 2011
Newton's Corner
Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas, Pine Bluff
Experience Newton’s three Laws of Motion in a variety of medium at Newton's Corner, and see how they relate to real world situations in your life! In this exhibit, you will compare and contrast Newton’s three laws of motion and explain how Newton’s laws apply to real world situations (e.g., sports, transportation). Investigate the relationship between force and motion, force and mass, and force and direction while recognizing different types of forces such as gravity, friction and magnetic forces.
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October 2, 2010 - March 2011
Illusion Confusion
Museum of Discovery, Little Rock
Put your senses to the test as you experience how perceptions often seem to fool even science! From mirrors to mazes to refracting light, you’ll learn that you can't always believe what you see.
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October 2, 2010 - March 2011
Astronomy: It's a Blast!
Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources, Smackover
In this out-of-this-world exhibit, you are transported to outer space to discover how high a space shuttle can fly. Race to launch water-powered rockets, and touchdown a space shuttle on a runway. Experience for yourself the physics of how we get to space and back.
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October 2, 2010 - March 2011
Arkansas Rocks, Rivers and Roadcuts
Mid-America Science Museum, Hot Springs
Ever wonder when you drive around your neighborhood why you see creeks, rocks, hills or flat lands? Or how earthquakes, caves, and diamond mines can all be found in one state? Find out how your stretch of the road fits in with this hands-on, interactive “road map” to Arkansas’ geology.
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October 2, 2010 - March 2011
GPS Adventures Arkansas
Arkansas State University Museum, Jonesboro
Want to get it on the latest craze? Geocaching is a great outdoor sport to get the whole family involved in. You can learn everything you need to know to start geocaching today at GPS Adventrues Arkansas. Bring the entire family and learn all about geocaching, go on a mini-geocaching adventure on the museum's beautiful grounds, and learn how to get started finding all 52 geocaches at Arkansas State Parks!
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October 2, 2010 - March 2011
Exploring the Frontier
University of Arkansas Discovery Zone, Fayetteville
The Mississippi River was very important in the development of the United States. Native American culture was thriving in this region when Spanish explorers penetrated the area in the 1500s, followed by the French and English — all seeking adventure, fortune, or souls. Exploring the Frontier ignites the imagination and challenges the intellect while setting the story of the Arkansas experience as a crossroads of many cultures.
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October 1-2
Quadrangle Festival
Discovery Place Children's Museum, Texarkana Museums System, Texarkana
Events include the Quadrangle Barbeque Cookoff, Miss Quadrangle Pageant, Cheerleading Competition, two nights of great music including the annual Battle of the Bands and the youth talent contest.
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October 9
HiStory Time
Arkansas State University Museum, Jonesboro
Story and crafts or games foor the little ones. 10:30 a.m.
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October 9 to December, 2010
Nanotechology: What's the Big Deal?
Discovery Place Children's Museum, Texarkana Museums System, Texarkana
“Nanotechnology: What’s the Big Deal?” introduces facts and dispels myths about the important field of nanoscience. At the ultra-tiny nanoscale, common materials can behave in unusual ways. Scientists are working to understand this phenomenon and how it applies to our lives. In this exhibit you will see what a billion (and one-billionth) of something looks like. You can manipulate the size of a quantum dot to see its strange changing properties. You will also watch as floating molecules move themselves into an orderly pattern. These are just some of the amazing facts you will learn about nanotechnology.
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November 5
Dia De los Muertos
Arkansas State University Museum, Jonesboro
Bring friends and family to this multi-cultural celebration of Hispanic and Latino heritage. Crafts, aughentic foods, trick-or-treating through Old Town. Free to the general public; 5-7 p.m.
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November 13
HiStory Time
Arkansas State University Museum, Jonesboro
Story and crafts or games foor the little ones. 10:30 a.m.
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December 2010 to February 2011
Science & Art
University of Arkansas Discovery Zone, Fayetteville
Science & Art looks at how science and art work together to inspire innovative creations that enhance our lives and open our minds. Meet five scientists who have used both science and art in their work, and learn what inspires them. There are also plenty of opportunities to experience science and art firsthand with several hands-on interactive activities.
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December 11
HiStory Time
Arkansas State University Museum, Jonesboro
Story and crafts or games foor the little ones. 10:30 a.m.
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January 2011 to March 2011
Nanotechology: What's the Big Deal?
Arkansas State University Museum, Jonesboro
“Nanotechnology: What’s the Big Deal?” introduces facts and dispels myths about the important field of nanoscience. At the ultra-tiny nanoscale, common materials can behave in unusual ways. Scientists are working to understand this phenomenon and how it applies to our lives. In this exhibit you will see what a billion (and one-billionth) of something looks like. You can manipulate the size of a quantum dot to see its strange changing properties. You will also watch as floating molecules move themselves into an orderly pattern. These are just some of the amazing facts you will learn about nanotechnology.
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March - September 2011
Backyard Science
Mid-America Science Museum, Hot Springs From bugs to rainbows to stars, there’s a world of discovery in your backyard. Be amazed at all the science that is right there in front of you all the time! Step into our backyard explore the sky, rainbows, weather, geology, bugs, patterns in nature, and latitude. Backyard Science is sponsored by the Bank of America.
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March - September 2011
Newton's Corner
Arkansas State University Museum, Jonesboro
Experience Newton’s three Laws of Motion in a variety of medium at Newton's Corner, and see how they relate to real world situations in your life! In this exhibit, you will compare and contrast Newton’s three laws of motion and explain how Newton’s laws apply to real world situations (e.g., sports, transportation). Investigate the relationship between force and motion, force and mass, and force and direction while recognizing different types of forces such as gravity, friction and magnetic forces.
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March - September 2011
Illusion Confusion
University of Arkansas Discovery Zone, Fayetteville
Put your senses to the test as you experience how perceptions often seem to fool even science! . Frommirrors to mazes to refracting light, you’ll learn that you can't always believe what you see. More Info
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March - September 2011
Astronomy: It's a Blast!
Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas, Pine Bluff
In this out-of-this-world exhibit, you are transported to outer space to discover how high a space shuttle can fly. Race to launch water-powered rockets, and touchdown a space shuttle on a runway. Experience for yourself the physics of how we get to space and back.
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March - September 2011
Arkansas Rocks, Rivers and Roadcuts
Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources, Smackover
Ever wonder when you drive around your neighborhood why you see creeks, rocks, hills or flat lands? Or how earthquakes, caves, and diamond mines can all be found in one state? Find out how your stretch of the road fits in with this hands-on, interactive “road map” to Arkansas’ geology.
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March - September 2011
GPS Adventures Arkansas
Museum of Discovery, Little Rock
Want to get it on the latest craze? Geocaching is a great outdoor sport to get the whole family involved in. You can learn everything you need to know to start geocaching today at GPS Adventrues Arkansas. Bring the entire family and learn all about geocaching, go on a mini-geocaching adventure on the museum's beautiful grounds, and learn how to get started finding all 52 geocaches at Arkansas State Parks!
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March - September 2011
Exploring the Frontier
Discovery Place Children's Museum, Texarkana Museums System, Texarkana
The Mississippi River was very important in the development of the United States. Native American culture was thriving in this region when Spanish explorers penetrated the area in the 1500s, followed by the French and English — all seeking adventure, fortune, or souls. Exploring the Frontier ignites the imagination and challenges the intellect while setting the story of the Arkansas experience as a crossroads of many cultures.
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April to June, 2011
Nanotechology: What's the Big Deal?
University of Arkansas Discovery Zone, Fayetteville
“Nanotechnology: What’s the Big Deal?” introduces facts and dispels myths about the important field of nanoscience. At the ultra-tiny nanoscale, common materials can behave in unusual ways. Scientists are working to understand this phenomenon and how it applies to our lives. In this exhibit you will see what a billion (and one-billionth) of something looks like. You can manipulate the size of a quantum dot to see its strange changing properties. You will also watch as floating molecules move themselves into an orderly pattern. These are just some of the amazing facts you will learn about nanotechnology.
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September 2011 to March 2012
Backyard Science
Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources, Smackover
From bugs to rainbows to stars, there’s a world of discovery in your backyard. Be amazed at all the science that is right there in front of you all the time! Step into our backyard explore the sky, rainbows, weather, geology, bugs, patterns in nature, and latitude. Backyard Science is sponsored by the Bank of America.
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September 2011 to March 2012
Newton's Corner
Museum of Discovery, Little Rock
Experience Newton’s three Laws of Motion in a variety of medium at Newton's Corner, and see how they relate to real world situations in your life! In this exhibit, you will compare and contrast Newton’s three laws of motion and explain how Newton’s laws apply to real world situations (e.g., sports, transportation). Investigate the relationship between force and motion, force and mass, and force and direction while recognizing different types of forces such as gravity, friction and magnetic forces.
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September 2011 to March 2012
Illusion Confusion
Discovery Place Children's Museum, Texarkana Museums System, Texarkana
Put your senses to the test as you experience how perceptions often seem to fool even science! . Frommirrors to mazes to refracting light, you’ll learn that you can't always believe what you see. More Info
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September 2011 to March 2012
Astronomy: It's a Blast!
Arkansas State University Museum, Jonesboro
In this out-of-this-world exhibit, you are transported to outer space to discover how high a space shuttle can fly. Race to launch water-powered rockets, and touchdown a space shuttle on a runway. Experience for yourself the physics of how we get to space and back.
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September 2011 to March 2012
Arkansas Rocks, Rivers and Roadcuts
Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas, Pine Bluff
Ever wonder when you drive around your neighborhood why you see creeks, rocks, hills or flat lands? Or how earthquakes, caves, and diamond mines can all be found in one state? Find out how your stretch of the road fits in with this hands-on, interactive “road map” to Arkansas’ geology.
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September 2011 to March 2012
GPS Adventures Arkansas
University of Arkansas Discovery Zone, Fayetteville
Want to get it on the latest craze? Geocaching is a great outdoor sport to get the whole family involved in. You can learn everything you need to know to start geocaching today at GPS Adventrues Arkansas. Bring the entire family and learn all about geocaching, go on a mini-geocaching adventure on the museum's beautiful grounds, and learn how to get started finding all 52 geocaches at Arkansas State Parks!
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September 2011 to March 2012
Exploring the Frontier
Mid-America Science Museum, Hot Springs
The Mississippi River was very important in the development of the United States. Native American culture was thriving in this region when Spanish explorers penetrated the area in the 1500s, followed by the French and English — all seeking adventure, fortune, or souls. Exploring the Frontier ignites the imagination and challenges the intellect while setting the story of the Arkansas experience as a crossroads of many cultures.
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March to September 2012
Backyard Science
Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas, Pine Bluff
From bugs to rainbows to stars, there’s a world of discovery in your backyard. Be amazed at all the science that is right there in front of you all the time! Step into our backyard explore the sky, rainbows, weather, geology, bugs, patterns in nature, and latitude. Backyard Science is sponsored by the Bank of America.
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March to September 2012
Newton's Corner
University of Arkansas Discovery Zone, Fayetteville
Experience Newton’s three Laws of Motion in a variety of medium at Newton's Corner, and see how they relate to real world situations in your life! In this exhibit, you will compare and contrast Newton’s three laws of motion and explain how Newton’s laws apply to real world situations (e.g., sports, transportation). Investigate the relationship between force and motion, force and mass, and force and direction while recognizing different types of forces such as gravity, friction and magnetic forces.
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March to September 2012
Illusion Confusion
Mid-America Science Museum, Hot Springs
Put your senses to the test as you experience how perceptions often seem to fool even science! . Frommirrors to mazes to refracting light, you’ll learn that you can't always believe whatyou see. More Info
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March to September 2012
Astronomy: It's a Blast!
Museum of Discovery, Little Rock
In this out-of-this-world exhibit, you are transported to outer space to discover how high a space shuttle can fly. Race to launch water-powered rockets, and touchdown a space shuttle on a runway. Experience for yourself the physics of how we get to space and back.
More Info

March to September 2012
Arkansas Rocks, Rivers and Roadcuts
Arkansas State University Museum, Jonesboro
Ever wonder when you drive around your neighborhood why you see creeks, rocks, hills or flat lands? Or how earthquakes, caves, and diamond mines can all be found in one state? Find out how your stretch of the road fits in with this hands-on, interactive “road map” to Arkansas’ geology.
More Info

March to September 2012
GPS Adventures Arkansas
Discovery Place Children's Museum, Texarkana
Want to get it on the latest craze? Geocaching is a great outdoor sport to get the whole family involved in. You can learn everything you need to know to start geocaching today at GPS Adventrues Arkansas. Bring the entire family and learn all about geocaching, go on a mini-geocaching adventure on the museum's beautiful grounds, and learn how to get started finding all 52 geocaches at Arkansas State Parks!
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March to September 2012
Exploring the Frontier
Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources, Smackover
The Mississippi River was very important in the development of the United States. Native American culture was thriving in this region when Spanish explorers penetrated the area in the 1500s, followed by the French and English — all seeking adventure, fortune, or souls. Exploring the Frontier ignites the imagination and challenges the intellect while setting the story of the Arkansas experience as a crossroads of many cultures.
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September 2012 to March 2013
Backyard Science
Arkansas State University Museum, Jonesboro
From bugs to rainbows to stars, there’s a world of discovery in your backyard. Be amazed at all the science that is right there in front of you all the time! Step into our backyard explore the sky, rainbows, weather, geology, bugs, patterns in nature, and latitude. Backyard Science is sponsored by the Bank of America.
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September 2012 to March 2013
Newton's Corner
Discovery Place Children's Museum, Texarkana Museums System, Texarkana
Experience Newton’s three Laws of Motion in a variety of medium at Newton's Corner, and see how they relate to real world situations in your life! In this exhibit, you will compare and contrast Newton’s three laws of motion and explain how Newton’s laws apply to real world situations (e.g., sports, transportation). Investigate the relationship between force andmotion, force and mass, and force and direction while recognizing different types of forces such as gravity, friction and magnetic forces.
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September 2012 to March 2013
Illusion Confusion
Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources, Smackover
Put your senses to the test as you experience how perceptions often seem to fool even science! . Frommirrors to mazes to refracting light, you’ll learn that you can't always believe whatyou see. More Info
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September 2012 to March 2013
Astronomy: It's a Blast!
University of Arkansas Discovery Zone, Fayetteville
In this out-of-this-world exhibit, you are transported to outer space to discover how high a space shuttle can fly. Race to launch water-powered rockets, and touchdown a space shuttle on a runway. Experience for yourself the physics of how we get to space and back.
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September 2012 to March 2013
Arkansas Rocks, Rivers and Roadcuts
Museum of Discovery, Little Rock
Ever wonder when you drive around your neighborhood why you see creeks, rocks, hills orflat lands? Or how earthquakes, caves, and diamond mines can all be found in one state? Find out how your stretch of the road fits in with this hands-on, interactive “road map” to Arkansas’ geology.
More Info

September 2012 to March 2013
GPS Adventures Arkansas
Mid-America Science Museum, Hot Springs
Want to get it on the latest craze? Geocaching is a great outdoor sport to get the whole family involved in. You can learn everything you need to know to start geocaching today at GPS Adventrues Arkansas. Bring the entire family and learn all about geocaching, go on a mini-geocaching adventure on the museum's beautiful grounds, and learn how to get started finding all 52 geocaches at Arkansas State Parks!
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September 2012 to March 2013
Exploring the Frontier
Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas, Pine Bluff
The Mississippi River was very important in the development of the United States. Native American culture was thriving in this region when Spanish explorers penetrated the area in the 1500s, followed by the French and English — all seeking adventure, fortune, or souls. Exploring the Frontier ignites the imagination and challenges the intellect while setting the story of the Arkansas experience as a crossroads of many cultures.
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