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Science on the Rocks: Shaken Not Stirred

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Backyard Wilderness

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Here's what Discovery Place Science has for Your Kindergartner and First Grader

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Tue | March 26, 2019

National Geographic Live: On the Trail of Big Cats

Thu | March 28, 2019

Make & Mingle: Wooden Blanket Ladder

Fri | April 19, 2019

Science on the Rocks: Shaken Not Stirred

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Ever wonder if chameleons have a favorite color?

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