Upcoming Events

Lunch Break Science
May 22, 2013
12:00pm to 1:00pm

Pack a lunch and join us. Museum scientists and others share easy to understand information on a wide range of science topics. Seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Free. Download Schedule.

Mission San Xavier del Bac in Arizona, History and Art presented by Hans Oppe, Ph.D.

Lunch Break Science
May 29, 2013
12:00pm to 1:00pm

Pack a lunch and join us. Museum scientists and others share easy to understand information on a wide range of science topics. Seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Free. Download Schedule.

Resolving Nuisance Deer Problems presented by Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries Deer Project Coordinator Nelson W. Lafon.

Rain Barrel Workshop - SOLD OUT
May 30, 2013
1:00pm to 3:00pm

Build a rain barrel for your home as you learn about conserving resources. Registration required. $15 non-members, $10 for members.

Lunch Break Science
June 5, 2013
12:00pm to 1:00pm

Pack a lunch and join us. Museum scientists and others share easy to understand information on a wide range of science topics. Seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Free. Download Schedule.

Energy and the Evolution of Culture presented by Anthropology Professor Emeritus Nancie Gonzalez, Ph.D., University of Michigan.

Lunch Break Science
June 12, 2013
12:00pm to 1:00pm

Pack a lunch and join us. Museum scientists and others share easy to understand information on a wide range of science topics. Seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Free. Download Schedule.

A Look at the Science Museum of Virginia in 2017 presented by Science Museum of Virginia Chief Wonder Officer Richard C. Conti.

HCA Family Palooza
June 15, 2013
10:00am to 2:00pm

Join HCA for Family Palooza – it’s packed with fun and health activities for the kid in all of us! The event is free.

Lunch Break Science
June 19, 2013
12:00pm to 1:00pm

Pack a lunch and join us. Museum scientists and others share easy to understand information on a wide range of science topics. Seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Free. Download Schedule.

The Eastern Front 1941-45. Mechanized Warfare through the Eyes of a German Panzer Officer presented by Winidore Press Author and Editor Stephen Thomas Previtera.

LiveSky: Is There Anybody Out There?
June 21, 2013
6:00pm

After running out of options here scientists are looking into the cosmos for signs of intelligent life! Join us as we look into the probability of success in conducting this gigantic search. At 9 pm, weather permitting, members of the Richmond Astronomical Society share their telescopes so you can gaze up into the vastness of space! $5, free for members.

Spring N2 Summer
June 22, 2013
9:30am to 5:00pm

Celebrate the opening of Boost! – a new permanent exhibition at the Science Museum of Virginia – and enjoy special outdoor activities all day long as you Spring N2 Summer! Check out exciting live science demonstrations and grab a cone of everyone’s favorite summer treat – ice cream! With everything from robots to live performances, Spring N2 Summer has something for everyone in the family. Included with general admission, free for members.

Lunch Break Science
June 26, 2013
12:00pm to 1:00pm

Pack a lunch and join us. Museum scientists and others share easy to understand information on a wide range of science topics. Seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Free. Download Schedule.

Green Affordable Housing presented by Better Housing Coalition Vice President and Chief Operation Officer Bob Newman.

Lunch Break Science
July 24, 2013
12:00pm to 1:00pm

Pack a lunch and join us. Museum scientists and others share easy to understand information on a wide range of science topics. Seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Free. Download Schedule.

What Makes a Service Dog presented by Greyt Hearts Service Dog Director/Head Trainer Patti Goettler.

Lunch Break Science
August 21, 2013
12:00pm to 1:00pm

Pack a lunch and join us. Museum scientists and others share easy to understand information on a wide range of science topics. Seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Free. Download Schedule.

Active RVA – A Community Initiative Fit for Everyone presented by Sports Backers Executive Director Jon Lugbill.

Lunch Break Science
August 28, 2013
12:00pm to 1:00pm

Pack a lunch and join us. Museum scientists and others share easy to understand information on a wide range of science topics. Seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Free. Download Schedule.

Butterfly Basics presented by Certified Virginia Master Naturalist and Master Gardener Linda McBride

Lunch Break Science
September 11, 2013
12:00pm to 1:00pm

Pack a lunch and join us. Museum scientists and others share easy to understand information on a wide range of science topics. Seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Free. Download Schedule.

Hurricane Sandy presented by NOAA National Weather Service Warning Coordination Meteorologist Bill Sammler.