Educational events for every palate at Museum of the Rockies
Southwest Montana is slowly beginning to warm up, and with the thaw comes a full calendar at the Museum of the Rockies. Here’s a look at some upcoming events at your neighborhood museum.
Astronomy & Aerospace Day is set for Sunday, April 15th from 10am–2pm. All science lovers are welcome to spend a fun-filled day learning about what’s going on in space and how it relates to us on the ground. With exhibitors from MSU, and lots of events for kids, you will not want to miss out! Included with museum admission.
The next edition of the Science Inquiry Lecture Series, ‘Flying’ Bacteria as Potential Rainmakers with Dr. David Sands, will take place Wednesday, April 18th in Hager Auditorium beginning at 7pm. This presentation is open to the public.
Certain plant-infecting bacteria that can be found circulating high in the atmosphere can also promote the formation of ice crystals needed to produce rain. Dr. Sands, Professor of Plant Pathology at MSU, will discuss the possibilities of such “bioprecipitation” and its implications for potential mitigation of natural events including droughts and wildfires.
At each month’s Science Inquiry Lecture, explore cutting edge science topics, their latest developments, and their relevance to society through speaker presentations followed by a Q&A session.
MOR is pleased to host the Extreme History Project Lecture Series, encouraging public understanding of the way our history has shaped our present. Speakers take a fresh look at interesting historical topics. Antiquities on Montana’s Public Lands: A History of Indians, Amateurs & Archaeologists with Nancy Mahoney is next up on Thursday, April 19th at 6pm. This lecture will be held in Hager Auditorium and is open to the public.
MOR’s popular series Brews & the Big Sky: Montana Made, Montana Brewed. finishes its season with Yellowstone Tourism featuring Red Lodge Ales Brewing Company on Tuesday, April 24th from 5:30–7:30pm. Tourism is a vital part of our region’s economy and lifestyle. See items featuring the Rocky Mountain hospitality industry from stagecoach travel and souvenirs to backcountry camping and high-style hotels. There is a $12 admission including beer tasting, gallery talks, exhibits, and light appetizers for those 21 and older.
The Museum’s latest exhibit, Julius Caesar: Military Genius & Mighty Machines, is open during regular hours and included with Museum admission. The array was born from the desire to recreate a fascinating period of history, as realistically as possible, to explore and experience the mighty machines, gadgets, and clever technologies of the Roman Empire. Showcasing over 100 interactive machines, virtual reality displays, reconstructed scaled models, recreated artwork and frescoes, the exhibition is presented covering four themes: Military Genius, All Roads Lead to Rome, Building Rome, and Entertainment & Lifestyle.
Journey back in time 2,000 years to discover the life, culture, and engineering genius created by the Roman Empire. Handcrafted by Italian artists, this exhibition contains interactive models that integrate science and history. Museum guests are encouraged to explore the innovative machines that continue to influence the technologies of today.
For more information about these and other events, visit www.museumoftherockies.org or call (406) 994-5257
