In researching for the midterm I came across many cool projects and organisations that have a holistic vision for merging science and art. Over the weekend I met a friend of a friend who currently has an exhibition at the Boston Children’s museum, which I think is a really fascinating space where art and science come together to educate children.
CHEM 106 could draw a lot of interesting ideas from a place like the Children’s Museum for the upcoming projects. I think scientific information i.e. biochemistry and theory, alongside creative aspects and technology is a powerful cultural tool. There is also a lot of science to consider regarding the process of how children learn, offering a whole new field of synthesising a lot of what we have discussed in class.
More about Wrenford Taffe’s exhibit “Animal Motion Park” here: http://www.bostonchildrensmuseum.org/exhibits-programs/exhibits/gallery
Wrenford’s work reflects and incorporates many of the learning areas at the Boston Children’s Museum, including art, science, engineering, and recycling. While the outdoor parks may be snowy and frozen, visit Boston Children’s Museum to explore the “Animal Motion Park,” on display through Sunday, April 27.
Of course there is a section for Science, Technology, Engineering & Math for children!
http://www.bostonchildrensmuseum.org/exhibits-programs/programs/science-technology-engineering-math
Though I haven’t visited it, I was told that another phenomenal place is the Exloratorium in San Francisco. http://www.exploratorium.edu/
Even the virtual tour on the website is facinating.