Entries from January 2010
Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday
JAN 18 | 9am-4pm | Digital Theater Included With General Admission | Students: Included With Special $5 General Admission In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Discovery World is proud to showcase the famous civil rights documentary, Eyes On The Prize. Follow the story of the civil rights movement from the viewpoint of the [...]
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Tags: America, civil rights
Wisconsin Scholastic Chess Foundation Chess Tournament
JAN 23 | Discovery World’s Pilot House 8:00am | registration 9:30am | start 4:00pm | award ceremony Join us for this day-long chess tournament hosted by The Wisconsin Scholastic Chess Foundation and Discovery World. Children in grades K-12 are welcome to participate. Pre-register or learn more at www.wisconsinscholasticchess.org $15 participants | $10 accompanying adults and [...]
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Tags: chess, competition
Family Programs: Kaleidoscope Science & Candle Making
JANUARY 30 10:30am – Kaleidoscope Science Investigate the optics of light! Experiment with mirrors, light, angles, and symmetry to produce images within your own kaleidoscope. 2pm – Candle Making Back by popular demand! Explore the science and craft behind this ancient light source, and make your very own candle to illuminate the winter months. $5 [...]
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Tags: angles, light, science
Ale Through the Ages: The Anthropology & Archaeology of Brewing
In a city synonymous with brewing, this adult program is intended to provide you with a deeper appreciation for the wonderful world of brewing, as well as the tools and techniques needed to brew at home. Taught by Discovery World’s staff archaeologist and home-brewing enthusiast, you’ll learn about the ancient art of brewing beer, while [...]
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Tags: archaeology, beer, brewing