‘May the Science Be With You,’ a popular event that combines Star Wars with science, is returning to Las Vegas on Thursday for a free, family-friendly experience. This event is a collaboration between the Atomic Museum and the Desert Research Institute (DRI).
Families will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on science demos and engage in various STEM and STEAM activities at the event. Shawna Witt, DRI STEM Education Coordinator, highlighted the interactive nature of the event, with engineering tools like snap circuits and a remote controlled model rover available for kids to explore. Matt Malinowski, Atomic Museum Director of Education, emphasized the appeal of the event for Star Wars fans, encouraging attendees to come meet some characters, have fun, and possibly learn something new.
The ‘May the Science Be With You’ event is part of the Las Vegas Science & Technology Festival and will take place from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 755 E. Flamingo Road. In addition, attendees can enjoy food trucks and community partner booths on-site while they learn about science in a fun way. The Atomic Museum will also be offering half-priced admission to museum exhibits during the event.