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Rocky Mountain Express [IMAX]All aboard! Rocky Mountain Express will propel you on a steam train journey through the breathtaking vistas of the Canadian Rockies, highlighting the adventure of building the nation’s first transcontinental railway. Retracing the original route aboard... -
Cosmic Collisions [Digital]The new digital show Cosmic Collisions launches you on a thrilling trip through space and time to explore the astronomical impacts that drive the dynamic and continuing evolution of the universe. From subatomic particles to the largest galaxies, cosmic... -
Flight of the Butterflies [IMAX]Join the Most Incredible Migration on EarthThe iconic monarch butterfly is a true marvel of nature. It weighs less than a penny, yet it makes one of the longest migrations on Earth across a continent, with pinpoint navigational accuracy, to a secluded place it has never been. In Flight of the... -
To The Arctic [IMAX]An Extraordinary Journey to the Top of the WorldThe documentary adventure “To The Arctic” tells the ultimate tale of survival. Narrated by Oscar® winner Meryl Streep, the film takes audiences on a never-before-experienced journey into the lives of a mother polar bear and her twin seven-month-old cubs...
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The Instrument That ROCKED the WorldStarting December 20th, the Fleet Science Center will ROCK you! The guitar is the single most enduring icon in American history. This rockin’ exhibition explores all facets of the world’s favorite musical instrument, from its history as an instrument... -
Science and art intersect in a new exhibit, where glass tubing, gas bottles, bubbling liquids and zapping electricity form a working science experiment and a work of art. The famous experiments carried out by Stanley Miller and Harold Urey at the... -
Get Your Hands On ScienceOur Main Gallery exhibition combines some of our all-time favorites with exciting interactive exhibits from San Francisco’s Exploratorium. This collection features opportunities to explore mechanics, motion, math, hearing, electricity and many other...
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The First Monday of Each MonthThe first Monday of every month, seniors 65 and better can enjoy the Science Center exhibits, an IMAX film, and educational programming on the quietest day of the month for only $7! No coupons or additional discounts are accepted. Afternoon Scholars: A... -
Fleet volunteers and interns come from all different backgrounds, each with their own unique skills and expertise. What they have in common is their curiosity, love of learning, enthusiasm, and dedication to creating an excellent guest experience. In... -
Fleet volunteers and interns come from all different backgrounds, each with their own unique skills and expertise. What they have in common is their curiosity, love of learning, enthusiasm, and dedication to creating an excellent guest experience. In... -
Attention girls in grades 5 through 8... Join us on the second Saturday of each month to investigate exciting science topics. Each Saturday session will be filled with new challenges, hands-on activities and interaction with local women scientists.... -
In the Tinkering StudioJoin us in the Tinkering Studio for hands-on building fun each Saturday, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., led by our tinkering gurus. Visitors work together on creative activities designed to spark curiosity and foster exploration. For example: make origami and... -
Join our celebration of the most famous irrational number. Help us create a giant, collaborative participatory art piece with mathematics as its foundation and inspiration. Each digit of pi, represented by one color strip of paper, will hang from the...
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Press Releases
Organization News
April 8, 2013 - 7:00pm
Come on Down for Summer Camps, June 24–August 23, at the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center!
Science Fun for Everyone! Registration Is Open Now ~ Don’t Miss Out!
Exhibitions
April 5, 2013 - 5:30pm
Media Alert for For Nano Day, Saturday April 6—The Biggest Event For The Smallest Science!
Guest Demos by UCSD Nanoengineering & Technology Society Students! Lectures! Fun Hands-On Activities 11AM-4PM
Organization News
March 20, 2013 - 8:45am
Blast off for Spring Break Camps, April 1-5, at the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center!
Ready To Send Your Kids on a Voyage of Discovery to Space? (& Get Some Time for Yourself in the Process!) Celebrate the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center’s 40th Anniversary Year!
Executive Bios
March 19, 2013 - 3:00pm
BIOS: Dr. Jeffrey Kirsch & Dr. Steven Snyder
Transitioning as Executive Director of the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center
Organization News
March 19, 2013 - 2:15pm
Dr. Jeffrey Kirsch to Retire Following an Outstanding 30 Years of Service as Executive Director of the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center, in June 2013
Following an Extensive Nationwide Search, We Are Pleased to Announce The Fleet's New Executive Director: Steven Snyder, Ph.D.
Exhibitions
March 11, 2013 - 4:15pm
ORIGINS OF LIFE Debuts SATURDAY, MARCH 16, at the REUBEN H. FLEET SCIENCE CENTER!
The Power of Science and the Beauty of Art Intersect in a New Exhibit! Glass Tubing, Gas Canisters, Bubbling Liquids and Zapping Electricity Form a Working Science Experiment and a Work of Art!
Organization News
March 8, 2013 - 2:45pm
SAN DIEGO FESTIVAL OF SCIENCE & ENGINEERING Kicks Off With SCIENCE FAMILY DAY in Balboa Park—SATURDAY, MARCH 16!
Continues at the Fleet on Thursday, March 21, With "Theory Does Not Mean What You Think It Means!" WORKSHOP, Ends With a Bang at EXPO DAY at PETCO PARK on Saturday, March 23!
Organization News
March 5, 2013 - 6:30pm
Science on the Rocks Adults-Only Evening ~ “PIZZA, PINOT AND PI” on THURSDAY, MARCH 14, AT 6:30PM!
Pi, pie, me oh my! Celebrate Pi Day and Albert Einstein’s Birthday As We Salute All Things Circular ~ and Vintage! Celebrate Reuben H. Fleet Science Center’s 40th Anniversary Year With Us!
Organization News
February 25, 2013 - 3:45pm
SciTech Girls Asteroid Challenge ~ Landing Unmanned Probes at the Fleet!
At the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center on Saturday, March 2, 2013!
Exhibitions
February 13, 2013 - 2:30pm
Curious About This Friday’s FLYBY of ASTEROID 2012 DA14? Our SPACE GEEK Team Is Standing By!
Chicken Little, the Sky Is NOT Falling!Pages
Media Contact
Susan Chicoine
Public Relations Manager
619.685.5743 (direct)
619.685.5771 (fax)
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Video & B-Roll
B-roll of IMAX films, digital shows, and recent production footage of exhibits and galleries, is available on the Fleet Media DropBox! To access: Go to http://www.dropbox.com; Click on sign in; Use the email: reubenfleet@gmail.com; Use the password: pr1973media; Go to the "RHF Public Relations" folder.
