CUMBERLAND SCIENCE MUSEUM 

For over 50 years, the Cumberland Science Museum has retained its focus on children.  Exploring the wonders of science through hands on interactive exhibits and programs brings knowledge to life and instills an importance the sciences play in every aspect of life.  The Museum provides opportunity for growth in young minds ? the expansion of their imaginations, understanding, and even their dreams.
 
 
 

CONTACT: Ann Crawford, Reservation Secretary
V:  (615) 862-5177     F:  (615) 862-5178
PROGRAM: "Star Station One"
Excite your students about space science while we brief them on the International Space Station (ISS).  Experiments with gravity and free fall help you students understand why astronauts experience micro-gravity or weightlessness.  Our staff utilizes 1/50th scale models of ISS modules to update students on the current status and configuration of the ISS.  Designed for grades 2 - 6.

"Magnets to Motors"
Explore magnets and electromagnetic forces.  Demonstrations include alnico magnets, a magnet field view box, powerful neodymium magnets, electromagnets and the Museum’s 8’ tall light-up giant motor.  Designed for grades K - 8.

"Bone-A-Fied Facts"
We’ll provide "bone-a-fied" facts about the muscular and skeletal systems of the body.  Discover what our bones are made of, how muscles help us move, and what happens when we break our bones.  The use of bones, artificial joints, and skeleton and muscle models make for an exciting and informative adventure into the human body!  Designed for grades K - 12.

"Dino Discovery"
We introduce your students to the Museum’s robotic triceratops, baby triceratops, and Tyrannosaurus-rex dinosaurs.  Explore a variety of fossil replicas and animal artifacts as we help students understand how scientists learn about dinosaurs.  Discover some of the things we may never know about dinosaurs!  Designed for grades K - 4.

"Rat Basketball"
Amaze your students with this fun demonstration. Live rats trained by positive reinforcement will demonstrate how they can slam dunk a tiny basketball!  Designed for grades K - 12.  25 minute session.

LENGTH: 45 minutes
GRADES: K -12
COST: $150 + line fees
Cumberland Science Museum
800 Fort Negley Blvd
Nashville, Tennessee 37203

 

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