See even more photos of the event here
Each year, we take everything we have, set it up on tables, open our doors, and invite folks to come and do some experiments with us. In 2009, over 5000 people spent a Saturday with us doing just that. We think that this is the biggest event of its kind in the country. And we know it's the best. |
 Erin helps a young scientist generate electricity with a cordless drill |
The dark side
The light side |
The highlight of the day was our 250+ hands-on experiments. Tie-dye clad volunteers (over 100!) provided advice and assistance.
Denny shows a young man that he is part of the touch lamp circuit. |
Throughout the day, we had interactive presentations on the physics of music, science of sparks, the world Beyond the Rainbow...
It looks like magic, but it's science. |
The power of air pressure
Making ice cream in two minutes |
New this year was our "Atmospheric Adventures" area. The folks at CMMAP put together a great set of activities. Students made and painted clouds, made ice cores, spoke with scientists. And learned about the science of our atmosphere.
Nolan Doesken, State Climatologist |
Making a cloud in a bottle |
| If you missed it, don't worry. We'll be back next year! It's always the last Saturday in February. Join us! | Little Shop of Physics 19th Annual Open House February 27, 2010 Lory Student Center Colorado State University |
Questions?
e-mail: littleshopofphysics@mac.com
phone: 970-491-3212
More on the Open House
A schedule of the 2009 presentations is here
Here is a short video clip about the 2008 Open House
And check out our cool comic below.
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