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Saturday Science Sparks

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MORE is happening at Morehead this year

New for 2026, Saturday Science Sparks offers Morehead guests a closer encounter with current science. Covering topics like astronomy, the physics of juggling, and computer science, this program collaborates with community partners and academic clubs, bringing you up-close experiences in the exciting world of STEAM.

Saturday Science Sparks is open to the public and included in admission. Mark your calendars for monthly stellar experiences!

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Upcoming Events

Saturday Science Sparks is held monthly. Using the table below, please select a link and explore more about a specific session. As more details become available, additional dates and topics will be added to the schedule. 

DateTopicTime and Location
July 25Coastal Frequencies: Underwater Sonic Ecology of North Carolina’s Coast
with Artist Madeleine Popkin		1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Located in the Morehead Gateway Gallery
August TBDTopic to be determined
Stay tuned for more details!		Time to be determined
Located at Morehead Planetarium
September 26The Science of Sea Turtles
with UNC’s Lohmann Lab		Time to be determined
Located at Morehead Planetarium
October 10The Science of Migration
with UNC’s Sockman Lab and the UNC Avian Society		Time to be determined
Located at Morehead Planetarium

Spark Curiosity

Activities are included with planetarium show and general admission tickets.

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2026

We’re cooking up a hot list of resources so you can take Saturday Science Sparks with you wherever you go. Check back later for more information!

Michele Kloda | Director of Innovation and Design
919.843.5906 | mkloda@unc.edu