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Engaging May Holiday Activities and Interactive Science Workshops at NEMO Science Museum

Visitors of all ages can explore fascinating exhibits and participate in hands-on scientific experiments.

NEMO Science Museum offers a dynamic program during the May holidays, designed to spark scientific curiosity for all ages. Engage with the spectacular 'Chain Reaction' exhibit, demonstrating energy transfer, or visit the 'Laboratory' for surprising experiments. Build a smart sorting machine, play with patterns in Palago, or join 'Science Live' to contribute to genuine research. This diverse range of activities makes for an enriching experience.

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Exhibition summary

Discover a variety of activities at NEMO Science Museum during the May holidays, including special workshops, the 'Chain Reaction' exhibit demonstrating energy transfer, and opportunities to participate in real scientific research. This event is suitable for all ages and runs from April 18 to May 5.

Curatorial context

NEMO Science Museum invites visitors to a rich program during the May holidays, running from April 18 to May 5. The event, suitable for all ages, features a diverse range of engaging activities designed to spark curiosity and scientific exploration. Highlights include the spectacular 'Chain Reaction' exhibit, which vividly demonstrates potential and kinetic energy through action and reaction. Visitors can also step into the 'Laboratory' to conduct surprising tests and experiments using everyday objects, build their own sorting machine to understand smart technology, or play with patterns in a game of Palago. For those interested in participating in genuine scientific research, 'Science Live' offers the chance to work alongside scientists. Additionally, the 'Demo: For Sure?!' provides interactive experiments to learn how scientists test assumptions and work with questions, predictions, and experiments, although this specific demo is conducted in Dutch. The museum is open every day, with the exception of King's Day on April 27.

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NEMO Science Museum
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Completed
Exhibition schedule
Apr 18, 2024 – May 5, 2024
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