Special Events of Arizona Science Center AZ

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After a humble beginning in the parking garage of Phoenix Hyatt in 1980, today the Arizona Science Center has grown to be a full fledged with over 100,000 visitors every year.

1. Impressive growth over the years

Over the years, this Science center has grown into a prominent cultural attraction in its home state of Arizona. Apart from a massive facility housed in 120,000 square foot, the centre has an additional 22,500 square foot class room facility and 40,000 square foot gallery space. It also has a gallery space that is dedicated to the traveling exhibitions.

2. Special events

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At regular intervals, the Arizona Science center holds various special events. Popular among these special events are:

• Family Programs - Special themed events and activities for visitors of all age profiles are offered throughout the year. The visitors have the rare opportunity of hands on experience on a wide array of science topics.
• Daily demonstrations: Throughout the education staff of the Center present free demonstrations lasting 15 to 20 minutes in the stage and theatre areas.
• Science camps: The center organizes winter and summer camps to engage the youth across different ages in exploring this world and gaining valuable hands on scientific experience
• Stroller Science - This program from the center combines educational offerings and exhibits aimed at increasing the engagement of families with children in the younger age profile. This program provides children of pre-school age with exposure to science. The tender age is considered right for kindling interest in learning through various measures of exploration.
• Spring break camp: This camp is specifically targeted for the spring school break when parents get the opportunity to engage their young ones in educational learning in a fun environment.
• Science on Wheels: This is the center's flagship program. This outreach program is designed to deliver the excitement associated with hands-on scientific discovery direct to the classrooms or other community-based outfits. The program serves no less than 10,000 children in Arizona annually.

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