Cambridge Science Festival
April 14 - 23, 2017
Every April, as part of this city-wide festival, enjoy performances, learn about cutting-edge research, and meet scientists and engineers of all kinds.
How to Make a Superhero
April 22, 2017
Have you ever wondered what makes a superhero super? What is a supersuit made out of and how hard it is to maintain a secret identity?
Exposed
April 7, 2017
Take a peep at some unusual holograms rarely before shown in public. Arouse your interest in these mesmerizing 3-D images and hear from art & scientific experts. Crafted cocktails and other decadent treats on hand. 7:00 - 9:30 p.m.
Nautical Night
March 30, 2017
An evening of conversation, demonstrations, and celebration of the sea.
Girls Day
March 4, 2017
In November and March we honor the contributions of women in science and encourage young girls to stay excited about all things STEM.
Feb Fest
February 20–25, 2017
Enjoy February school holiday week at the MIT Museum with hands-on learning activities and demonstrations each day.
Love and Other Entanglements
February 10, 2017
Join us for a pre-Valentine’s Day warm-up event featuring stories, live music and a little theater.
MIT Can Talk Competition
February 3-4, 2017
Love a good discussion? Join us for an oratory competition on the topic "How Change Happens" with participants from the MIT community!
Science Showdown: Trivia Night
December 8, 2016
Challenge your science side! Join us for a night of science trivia and short talks by science researchers. See how you'll fare with categories ranging from anatomy to astronomy!
Beers and Gears
November 12, 2016
Grab a friend and a beer, and enjoy an evening of tinkering and building a Rube Goldberg device. Whether you are a novice or master builder we’ll have the supplies you need to construct your link.
MIT The Campus Guide - Book Talk and Signing
November 2, 2016
Join us for a book-talk and signing with Douglass Shand-Tucci, author of MIT: The Campus Guide.
How to Make a Superhero
April 22, 2017
Have you ever wondered what makes a superhero super? What is a supersuit made out of and how hard it is to maintain a secret identity?
Living in the Future
Saturday, September 17, 2016 - 6 - 8 p.m.
When Science Fiction Meets Science Reality
Open Style Lab Showcase
August 13, 2016, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Explore the interactive clothing solutions that student teams in Open Style Lab worked intensively to develop this summer, and meet the unique clients who inspired their user-centered designs. Included wit
CCTV Youth Media Student Showcase
August 11, 2016, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Join us for engaging videos produced by Cambridge Community Television's Summer Media Institute students. Free.
Community Art Center Student Showcase
August 9, 2016, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Explore wonderful works of art created this summer by teens supported by Cambridge's Community Arts Center. Free.
Dimensions of Doctor Who
Saturday, April 23, 2016 - 7:00 - 9:30 p.m.
What do you get when you combine the TARDIS, a sonic screwdriver, and local scientists? An evening dedicated to exploring the science of Doctor Who! Hear from researchers who will share how their work is bringing our world closer to that of the Doctor’s.
Bacterial Bonanza
Thursday, April 7, 2016 - 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
There's more than meets the eye when it comes to microbiomes: the microscopic communities of bacteria that live in our bodies, food and environment. Come to "speed geek" your way through the MIT Museum and learn from the experts about the microbiomes that shape our world!
Fright Factors
Friday, October 30, 2015 - 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Why are we fearful and what do we fear? What happens in our bodies and minds when we are frightened? And, can we create some of those changes this evening?
Soap Box Series Archives
This salon-style evening of a short talk with scientists and researchers includes thoughtful queries from audience members. Watch video archives below.
What's on!
Open daily 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Upcoming Events
July 4
Closed
July 18
Food for Thought
Ongoing Performances
Both/And: A Quantum Physics Play
Weekends
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