Saturday Science Sparks
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!
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.
| Date | Topic | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 7 | UNC’s Magic of Science: Be a Scientist! with UNC’s Magic of Science | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM | The Morehead Launch Lab |
| December 5 | The Science of Robotics with the EELs Lab and Spot the Robot dog | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM | The Morehead Gateway Gallery |
Spark Curiosity
Activities are included with planetarium show and general admission tickets.
Find show tickets2026
- January 10 — Stellar Gaming with UNC’s Young Worlds Lab
- February 14 — The Science of Puppy Love with UNC’s IRON Lab and EEL
- March 7 — The Science of Attention: Juggling 101
- April 11 — The Science of North Carolina: The UNC Science Expo
- May 2 — The Science of Migration: International Migratory Bird Day
- June 27 — The Spectrum of Science with UNC’s oSTEM
- July 25 — Coastal Frequencies with Artist Madeleine Popkin
- August 29 — Warmer Climates with UNC’s Data-Driven EnviroLab
- September 26 — The Science of Sea Turtles with UNC’s Lohmann Lab
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