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2013-06-19 19:41:54 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

A new collaborative exhibit with Seattle City Light is now under construction just outside our Boeing IMAX Theater. It's solar-powered art consisting of towering, humming flowers three stories tall.

2013-06-19 18:36:53 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 0 +1s)

Summer arrives in the Pacific Northwest this Thursday evening, June 20. As she always does, Pacific Science Center Planetarium Supervisor and NASA Solar System Ambassador Alice Enevoldsen ushers in the change of seasons at Solstice Park in West Seattle. Always a great event.

2013-06-15 15:02:09 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

Here's what's new this week at Pacific Science Center's Tropical Butterfly House.

2013-06-14 23:10:19 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 0 +1s)

Our thanks to Ira Flatow and +Science Friday for visiting today. GREAT show as always. If you missed it check the podcast: http://www.sciencefriday.com/program/index.html

2013-06-10 15:56:10 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 0 +1s)

Thank you to everyone who came out to this year's Science EXPO Day. If you were there, please take our survey and let us know what you thought of the event. By completing our survey, you're eligible to win a family membership to one of our Seattle Science Festival partners.

2013-06-08 15:10:28 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 3 +1s)

Here's what's new this week at Pacific Science Center's Tropical Butterfly House.

2013-06-07 22:50:52 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 0 +1s)

Show topics announced for +Science Friday's visit to Pacific Science Center June 14. Brain mapping, ocean acidification, climate change and more. Get your tickets now.

2013-06-07 15:30:04 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 2 +1s)

This week last year we shared the Mister Rogers "Garden of your Mind" remix video and today, as a thank you for your continued support for PBS Digital Studios, we are releasing its B-side from our friend, John Boswell. It’s called “Sing Together.”  Enjoy and SHARE with your friends:

2013-06-07 15:29:27 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 3 +1s)

Our observation beehive has been remodeled. Learn more about it and how to best find the queen. [Hint: ask kids!]

2013-06-07 15:27:53 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

Did you attend the Seattle Science Festival Opening Night event -- Beyond Infinity? The Search for Understanding at the Limits of Space & Time? If you did, please take a moment to tell us what you thought of the evening's program. Just fill out this short survey. Thank you.

2013-06-01 15:18:24 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

Here's what's new this week at Pacific Science Center's Tropical Butterfly House.

2013-05-31 21:52:15 (2 comments, 1 reshares, 4 +1s)

If you listened to +Ira Flatow and Science Friday today, you may have heard mention of an upcoming Science Friday broadcast from Seattle. Here's the info. Yes, it will be another awesome program.

2013-05-31 13:30:13 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 3 +1s)

A new report from +UW (University of Washington) finds the King Tut exhibit at Pacific Science Center injected $78.2m into local economy. We are very happy to be part of such a wonderful community. Thanks to everyone who attended and participated in so many ways.

2013-05-29 20:50:22 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 4 +1s)

Great news for NPR/Ira Flatow fans: Science Friday will broadcast live from Pacific Science Center June 14. Get your tickets now.

2013-05-25 15:29:58 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 4 +1s)

Here's what's new this week at Pacific Science Center's Tropical Butterfly House.

2013-05-23 21:26:02 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 0 +1s)

VERY excited to announce that Kal Penn has joined the 2013 Seattle Science Festival and will provide live narration for the west coast premiere of Icarus at the Edge of Time, a stunning multimedia performance about a boy who challenges the formidable power of a black hole.

2013-05-21 16:35:25 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

Tickets for Man of Steel in stunning IMAX 3D now on sale. Opens June 14 on the biggest screen in town.

2013-05-20 16:58:28 (1 comments, 1 reshares, 2 +1s)

Fans of comic book hero Daredevil will like this.

2013-05-18 15:01:05 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 1 +1s)

Here's what's new this week at Pacific Science Center's Tropical Butterfly House.

2013-05-16 13:38:46 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 2 +1s)

Should be a great event at Paine Field this Saturday. Our Science On Wheels crew will be there with Space Odyssey. Hope to see you there.

2013-05-15 17:10:23 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 2 +1s)

LOVE this!

2013-05-15 13:48:53 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 0 +1s)

Today's the day to GiveBIG! Spread the word and make a donation through The Seattle Foundation's site to Pacific Science Center!

2013-05-13 22:27:06 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 0 +1s)

Where do you get your information on health and wellness? University of Washington Graduate Students are conducting an evaluation study of Pacific Science Center's Wellbody Academy and they need your help. Click/tap the link below to participate in a quick survey.

2013-05-13 22:22:51 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 1 +1s)

Pacific Science Center's Discovery Corps program is featured today on NASA's Museum Alliance site. If you have a high school student in your life, this program is definitely worth a look.

2013-05-13 02:11:55 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 4 +1s)

Nice write-up from the Seattle Times on the second annual Seattle Science Festival.

2013-05-11 16:46:58 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

Here's what's new this week at Pacific Science Center's Tropical Butterfly House.

2013-05-10 13:15:35 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 0 +1s)

Renew or join as a member in person through May 12 and receive a $10 gift certificate to Pacific Science Center's Store good toward a special gift for mom on Mother's Day. Stop by the Membership desk in Building 1 or call the Membership Office at (206) 443-2924 for more information.

2013-05-09 02:44:23 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

Amid the smell of death, some moths are working on new life. Another great post on our Life Sciences Blog.

2013-05-08 17:44:25 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 3 +1s)

Interesting science news headline of the day. Who knew "cannibal tadpoles" existed?

2013-05-08 15:38:05 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 0 +1s)

Our newest science word puzzle is illuminating, in more ways than one. Can you solve the "New Light" edition of PacSci-Doku?

2013-05-06 16:56:34 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 0 +1s)

Time-lapse video of Earth from space

http://www.slate.com/blogs/bad_astronomy/2013/05/06/time_lapse_video_our_earth_as_seen_by_the_international_space_station.html

This gorgeous time-lapse video of Earth made from pictures taken from the space station has a jaw-dropping short sequence of a towering volcanic plume that made my stomach drop to the floor.

2013-05-06 16:47:32 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 0 +1s)

Good behind-the-scenes look at our animal care staff when our vet comes to visit.

2013-05-06 16:32:27 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 0 +1s)

Nice article from +Seattle's Child on Air Racers 3D now showing at Pacific Science Center.

2013-05-04 15:34:41 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 2 +1s)

Hey, True Believers...if you plan on seeing Iron Man 3 in IMAX 3D, you might want to check this timeline of Iron Man's armor over the years.

2013-05-04 15:02:22 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 2 +1s)

Here's what's new this week at Pacific Science Center's Tropical Butterfly House.

2013-05-01 23:28:11 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 0 +1s)

Happy 4th anniversary to one of THE best blogs on the Internet, Pacific Science Center's Life Sciences Blog. You just MUST subscribe. It's awesome.

2013-05-01 19:51:48 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 1 +1s)

Just added to our volunteer page, a new position for a Maker Space Facilitator. If you're part of the vibrant Seattle-area maker community, this is for you.

2013-04-30 01:35:55 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 0 +1s)

Thanks to some volunteer effort, our Puget Sound Tide Pool exhibit has new specimens.

2013-04-29 16:47:06 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

The Cassini spacecraft has a close encounter with a large hurricane on Saturn! Check out the movie! http://go.nasa.gov/17tmHzo

2013-04-29 16:17:54 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 2 +1s)

Hooeee! SpaceShipTwo blasts off and goes supersonic. Wish I were there ... this time I had to watch it from afar:

2013-04-27 15:47:20 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

Here's what's new this week at Pacific Science Center's Tropical Butterfly House.

2013-04-26 19:23:42 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 0 +1s)

All day this Saturday, April 27 we celebrate Astronomy Day under the arches. Special activities throughout the Science Center, rocket launches outside, visiting scientists, face painting and MUCH more for young and old alike. All of this coordinated by some of the brightest young people you'll ever meet: members of our Discovery Corps TESSA program. Hope you can join us.

2013-04-26 17:05:07 (1 comments, 2 reshares, 1 +1s)

Come to a free sport, health and wellness event in Seattle's Central District this Sunday, April 28, from 1-4 p.m. at Garfield Community Center, 23rd & Cherry. Indoor/outdoor games, open swim (1:30-3 p.m.), cooking demos, healthy treats, health screenings, fitness and nutrition workshops and entertainment. We'll be there with a Neighborhood Discovery Cart full of fun science activities. Hope you'll join us!

2013-04-26 02:19:43 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

Sad note from our Life Sciences Team: The passing of Zea the Corn Snake.

2013-04-25 18:05:24 (0 comments, 2 reshares, 1 +1s)

Want to learn about the weather? Here are 10 spots across the country, including Pacific Science Center.

2013-04-24 23:11:12 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

Tickets now on sale for Iron Man 3 An IMAX 3D Experience opening May 2 at Pacific Science Center's PACCAR IMAX Theater.

2013-04-23 22:43:49 (0 comments, 2 reshares, 1 +1s)

Hurry, one week left! Early Bird registration discount for Camps for Curious Minds comes to an end April 30. Sign up now to get the best deal and ensure a spot in our camp program. Spots are going fast. Pacific Science Center summer day camps are also offered in Bellevue, Medina, Redmond, Bothell, Sammamish, Tacoma and Covington.

2013-04-23 19:27:46 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 0 +1s)

Award-winning climate scientists Kevin Trenberth and Richard Alley, journalist Andrew Revkin, and a Seattle Opera performance focused on environmental stewardship to close Seattle Science Festival June 15. Ticket on sale now for "Our 11th Hour: Straight Talk on Climate Change with People Who Know."

2013-04-23 18:01:24 (0 comments, 2 reshares, 1 +1s)

Rock-star physicists Brian Greene, Sean Carroll and Adam Frank to kick off 2013 Seattle Science Festival June 6, along with the West Coast premiere of Icarus at the Edge of Time! Tickets on sale now for “Beyond Infinity? The Search for Understanding at the Limits of Space and Time.”

2013-04-22 14:39:33 (0 comments, 3 reshares, 2 +1s)

Congrats to Zillah High School science teacher Jeff Charbonneau, the new National Teacher of the Year.