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Free Family Science Fest at Space Elevator Conference

 

Family Science Fest Hosted by
2011 Space Elevator Conference

Saturday, August 13, 2011, 1 pm - 5 pm

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A free, family-focused event for kids of all ages

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Robots, space, engineering, LEGO and a special robotics competition.

Learn about the space elevator at SE 101 sessions.

Cost: FREE to the general public, free parking

 

Location: Microsoft Conference Center, Building 33

16070 NE 36th Way, Redmond, WA

 

Saturday, August 13, 2011, 1 pm to 5 pm

- Pacific Science Center exhibits on engineering, space and nanotechnology

- Museum of Flight’s "Robot Garage"

- "Drive a Bot" activity for kids to test their robot driving skills

- LEGO Build Zone for kids to build their own space-faring creations

- Robot Alley - see robots from local robotics teams/clubs on display

- See robots compete as they climb to the top of a 15’ tether

- Meet hand-built, life-size working scale replica of R2-D2

- Free Space Elevator 101 sessions, 1:30 pm and 3:30 pm

www.spaceelevatorconference.org

 

 

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