Wisconsin Science Festival
Weaving Tradition: Menominee Basketry and the Legacy of Ash
Discovery Building 330 North Orchard Street, Orchard View Room, Madison, WI, United StatesLearn time-honored techniques at a workshop on traditional Menominee basket weaving led by Sherri LaChapelle-Corn (Pitapanukiw).This hands-on experience delves into the cultural significance of basketry, highlighting its role in preserving Menominee heritage. Additionally, gain insight into the ecological challenges posed by the emerald ash borer insect, which threatens the very materials essential to this craft. Discover the importance of sustaining these practices and the efforts to protect and rejuvenate the resources vital to Menominee culture.Before and after the workshop, stop by the interactive gallery at the Discovery Building featuring intricate woven works of art created by workshop host Sherri LaChapelle-Corn (Pitapanukiw).REGISTRATION [...]
Big Ideas for Busy People: Fields of Wonder
Majestic Theatre 115 King Street, Madison, WI, United StatesA celebration at the intersection of art and science. Nerdy talks, performances, Adult Swim crafts, prizes, and more!Doors and bar open at 6:30pm, event takes place 7-9pm. Mark your calendars for a unique, interactive event!Join the Wisconsin Science Festival and friends for an unforgettable night at the intersection of art and science. Hear flash talks from incredible scientists on an array of topics, enjoy dance performances supported by the UW-Madison Division of the Arts, take in the musical wonder of the fiddle, and get creative with crafts led by the Madison Children's Museum Adult Swim team.This event is free and in [...]
The WhySci Variety Show
Majestic Theatre 115 King Street, Madison, WI, United StatesThe most science-inspired variety show in town! Produced by the Wisconsin Science Festival and the UW-Madison Division of the Arts. Get ready to rock your curiosity at the Why Sci Variety Show—a high-energy mashup of science talks, artful performances, and live music! This year’s theme is Rock and Roll, so expect brainy beats, geology jokes, and scientific showmanship that will have you thinking and tapping your toes. Hosted by the always-entertaining Ben Rush and featuring tunes from our live house band: David Hecht & The Who Dat, this is edu-tainment at its finest. From ancient rocks to musical molecules, science and [...]
