Reuben H. Fleet Science Center:: Public Programs

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Public Programs

The Fleet's ongoing Public Programs are designed to inform the public about science in ways which are striking, accessible and hands-on. Events and talks in the past year have included astronaut appearances, live bats, robots, Australian animals, astronomy authors, undersea explorers and, rocket-building classes. New programs are being added all the time, so please check this page frequently!

DNA Day: Mutant Flies with Salk Institute

Saturday, October 30, 2010
1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Free with admission

brain Join the Fleet Science Center and scientists from the Salk Institute for Biological Studies to experience the excitement of scientific discovery. Get a close-up view of real mutant fruit flies. Learn about the strange-but-true things that happen in the realm of genetics. Speak with scientists and learn why we study model organisms to better understand our own genetic machinery.

Would you like to talk to an Education Department staff person to find out more? Please call (619) 238-1233 ext. 808.