Passport to Explore

“Special Saturdays” at the LSU Museum of Natural Science is a STEM program that focuses on introducing children and their parents to the world of natural science. We focus on a specific topic and invite experts from within the LSU research community to give short engaging talks accompanied by hands-on activities. All programs are FREE and are especially appropriate for children ages 5-10.

https://www.lsu.edu/mns/education-and-programs/special-saturdays.php 

The LSU College of Science and Office of Academic Innovation and Engagement invites children in kindergarten through third grade to explore the worlds of math and science through an exciting science story time adventure led by some of the university’s top scientists and mathematicians. Each story time is followed by a fun, hands-on activity that allows the young scientists to feed their curiosity and take an even deeper dive into a math and science discovery.

Geaux Science Explorations: STEM & Stories is free and open to the public.

Register: https://www.lsu.edu/science/engagement/stem-and-stories.php

 Join us for an exciting series of science presentations designed to inspire curiosity and ignite your love for learning. Perfect for students, educators, and the general public alike. Don't miss this opportunity to explore fascinating topics and connect with a community of science enthusiasts!

https://www.lsu.edu/physics/colloquia-seminars/saturday-science.php

Talk Title: From Reconstructing Past Climate of IODP Expedition Wells, to Forensic Investigation or Honey Analyses; What Palynology Can Do For Science and Society.

Speaker: Dr. Sophie Warny, Professor, LSU Department of Geology & Geophysics, and Museum of Natural Science

Get ready to explore the night sky!  Join us for an unforgettable evening at the observatory, where you can gaze through telescopes at the Moon, planets, and countless stars.

Come for the stars, stay for the wonder.

Free and family friendly.

https://www.lsu.edu/physics/about/observatory.php

Make sure to check in on our socials regularly for more information and updates on how weather may affect the public nights. If the day comes and the weather is mostly cloudy, there will not be any observing, as there will not be any celestial body to see.

Please note: This event is not wheelchair accessible. 

“Special Saturdays” at the LSU Museum of Natural Science is a STEM program that focuses on introducing children and their parents to the world of natural science. We focus on a specific topic and invite experts from within the LSU research community to give short engaging talks accompanied by hands-on activities. All programs are FREE and are especially appropriate for children ages 5-10.

https://www.lsu.edu/mns/education-and-programs/special-saturdays.php 

The LSU Museum of Natural Science and LSU College of Science invite students in grades 4 through 6 to apply to LSU’s Kids' Day at the Museum. 

Participants will meet new, like-minded friends, get a behind-the-scenes tour of the LSU Museum of Natural Science, learn from LSU College of Science student organizations through hands-on science activities, AND snack and chat with some of LSU's top scientists.

Applications are now closed.

 Join us for an exciting series of science presentations designed to inspire curiosity and ignite your love for learning. Perfect for students, educators, and the general public alike. Don't miss this opportunity to explore fascinating topics and connect with a community of science enthusiasts!

https://www.lsu.edu/physics/colloquia-seminars/saturday-science.php

Talk Title: Canary in the Coalmine? How About Barred Owl in the Bayou! What Wildlife Can Teach Us About Our Health. 

Speaker: Dr. Mark Mitchell, Professor, LSU School of Veterinary Medicine

Get ready to explore the night sky!  Join us for an unforgettable evening at the observatory, where you can gaze through telescopes at the Moon, planets, and countless stars.

Come for the stars, stay for the wonder.

Free and family friendly.

https://www.instagram.com/lao.lsu/

Make sure to check in on our socials regularly for more information and updates on how weather may affect the public nights. If the day comes and the weather is mostly cloudy, there will not be any observing, as there will not be any celestial body to see.

Please note: This event is not wheelchair accessible.

“Special Saturdays” at the LSU Museum of Natural Science is a STEM program that focuses on introducing children and their parents to the world of natural science. We focus on a specific topic and invite experts from within the LSU research community to give short engaging talks accompanied by hands-on activities. All programs are FREE and are especially appropriate for children ages 5-10.

https://www.lsu.edu/mns/education-and-programs/special-saturdays.php 

Join us for an exciting series of science presentations designed to inspire curiosity and ignite your love for learning. Perfect for students, educators, and the general public alike. Don't miss this opportunity to explore fascinating topics and connect with a community of science enthusiasts!

https://www.lsu.edu/physics/colloquia-seminars/saturday-science.php

Title: Can Insects Solve Crimes?

Speaker: Dr. Kristen Healy, Professor, LSU Ag Center Department of Entomology

Get ready to explore the night sky!  Join us for an unforgettable evening at the observatory, where you can gaze through telescopes at the Moon, planets, and countless stars.

Come for the stars, stay for the wonder.

Free and family friendly.

https://www.instagram.com/lao.lsu/

Make sure to check in on our socials regularly for more information and updates on how weather may affect the public nights. If the day comes and the weather is mostly cloudy, there will not be any observing, as there will not be any celestial body to see.

Please note: This event is not wheelchair accessible.

“Special Saturdays” at the LSU Museum of Natural Science is a STEM program that focuses on introducing children and their parents to the world of natural science. We focus on a specific topic and invite experts from within the LSU research community to give short engaging talks accompanied by hands-on activities. All programs are FREE and are especially appropriate for children ages 5-10.

https://www.lsu.edu/mns/education-and-programs/special-saturdays.php 

Students in grades 7 and 8 are invited to apply for Geaux Science Explorations: Our Earth, Our Laboratory — a day of fun earth science activities led by some of LSU's top geologists!

Learn how to identify rock and mineral samples, view rocks and minerals under microscopes and ultraviolet light, lunch and chat with LSU scientists and students, and explore our geology research labs. 

Students must be accepted to participate. 

Applications will open in March.

Get ready to explore the night sky!  Join us for an unforgettable evening at the observatory, where you can gaze through telescopes at the Moon, planets, and countless stars.

Come for the stars, stay for the wonder.

Free and family friendly.

https://www.instagram.com/lao.lsu/

Make sure to check in on our socials regularly for more information and updates on how weather may affect the public nights. If the day comes and the weather is mostly cloudy, there will not be any observing, as there will not be any celestial body to see.

Please note: This event is not wheelchair accessible.

 Join us for an exciting series of science presentations designed to inspire curiosity and ignite your love for learning. Perfect for students, educators, and the general public alike. Don't miss this opportunity to explore fascinating topics and connect with a community of science enthusiasts!

https://www.lsu.edu/physics/colloquia-seminars/saturday-science.php

Talk Title: Stardust: From Stars to Planets to Life

Speaker: Dr. Natalie Hinkel, Professor, LSU Department Physics & Astronomy

“Special Saturdays” at the LSU Museum of Natural Science is a STEM program that focuses on introducing children and their parents to the world of natural science. We focus on a specific topic and invite experts from within the LSU research community to give short engaging talks accompanied by hands-on activities. All programs are FREE and are especially appropriate for children ages 5-10.

https://www.lsu.edu/mns/education-and-programs/special-saturdays.php 

Bust out your magnifying glass and come along to help solve the mysteries of the Earth around us. Participants will get a chance to learn about the Earth, its natural resources, and how we find and use them.

This camp is a free, three-day summer camp.

Website: https://www.lsu.edu/science/engagement/geology-summer-camp.php

Space is limited. Applicants will be placed in a drawing and 40 participants will be selected at random.