Explore the cutting-edge of astronomical innovation on this 90-minute guided tour of the Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab at the University of Arizona. Learn how pioneering engineering, optical science, and precision manufacturing come together to create the world’s largest and most advanced telescope mirrors—each 8.4 meters (27 feet) in diameter. Located beneath the U of A’s football...
Get ready for a slimy good time at the library! Children and families are invited to create their own colorful slime to take home. This hands-on activity is messy, creative, and full of fun! Registration is required. After registering, you will receive an email with a link to select one of the available slime-making time slots:...
Sound is a great revealer. It passes through barriers, flows through darkness and stitches living beings into webs of information and communication. Attentive listening can reveal ecologies, histories, injustices and future possibilities. Beginning with human voices and music, David George Haskell explores the connections carried in sound, showing how our sonic creativity arises from deep evolutionary...
This class is for the students familiar with the darkroom setting and the film development process. Learn to make captivating images that stand out from the usual fine art photographs. We will experiment with different papers and creative approaches, such as applying chemistry with paint brushes and incorporating mixed-media into the printing process. Ages 16+...
Learn the basics of blacksmithing. Learn how to use blacksmithing tools to create artistic and functional projects. Lectures and demonstrations on blacksmithing traditions during class to support student projects. Advanced students will be self-directed with instructor guidance. All participants are required to bring their own leather gloves, safety glasses and must wear all-cotton clothing and...
Come put a spooky twist on one of our most loved programs! Stop by and design, mix, and take home your own slime. Ages 5 - 12