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Scary Science: Mysteries of the Deep

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From the depths of the ocean to the depths of space, explore the Scary Science to be found in the deep. We’ve got a variety of spooky and mysterious activities available on site!

Test your observation skills when you go to the galleries with the Bell Museum Scary Quest. Stop by the Touch and See Lab’s Discovery Wall to check out cool specimens from the depths of the ocean, including glass sponges, odd fish, and cool skulls. Head over to the Den classroom to create your own black light deep sea fish or far out space alien.

Enjoy added deep space tidbits in the planetarium show Latest in Space. Visit our gallery cart for a chance to get your hands on some really strange teeth and tusks, inspired by the exhibition Narwhal: Revealing an Arctic Legend (opening Saturday, October 22).

Activities

  • Latest in Space
    Oct 20–30, 2022

    Robots sampling Mars! Telescopes studying galaxies! Humans floating in space! In this interactive planetarium show, stay up-to-date with the latest news in space.

  • Bell Museum Scary Quest
    Oct 20–30, 2022

    Join the Bell Museum Scary Quest during your visit! Journey through the museum on a mysterious mission requiring your best observation skills. Complete each task for a chance to win a prize! 

  • Demos & Activities at the Museum
    Oct 20-30, 2022

    Join us for in-museum demos and activities. Visit the Touch and See Lab’s Discovery Wall to check out cool specimens from the depths of the ocean. You will also have the opportunity to create your own black light deep sea fish or space alien!