Arkansas Discovery Network Partner Events

There's always something to do at one of the Network museums.

Check below to learn more about our events and exhibits. Please contact each museum for exact dates and times of the events listed.

EVENTS

Now until May 31, 2008

Registration underway for Dino Dash
Museum of Discovery, Little Rock
Registration is underway for the Museum of Discovery’s 9th annual Dino Dash and Discovery Fest, which will be held May 31 (see listing under May 31 for details).
Register at www.arkansasrunner.com or www.amod.org.

April 12 - July 12, 2008

Good Vibrations Exhibit
The University of Arkansas Center for Math & Science Education, Fayetteville
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April 22 - May 27 (Tuesday evenings)

Photography II
Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas, Pine Bluff
Do you have a knack for photography? Eric Maynard, Photography I instructor, is back again for round two of our photography series. Join us for an advanced lesson in picture taking. (Adults only)
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April 30 - December 7, 2008

Arkansas Reflections
Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources, Smackover
This exhibit that gives a brief history of Arkansas and of the Arkansas State Park System, which is celebrating it’s 75th anniversary during 2008
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May 13, 2008

Annual Meeting of Arkansas South Tourism Association
Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources, Smackover
The Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources will host the annual meeting of Arkansas South Tourism Association. Governor Mike Beebe is the special guest.
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May 17 - August 31, 2008

The Mystery of the Mayan Medallion
Texarkana Museums System, Texarkana
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May 17 - September 7, 2008

Grossology Exhibition
Mid-America Science Museum, Hot Springs
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May 31, 2008

Museum of Discovery, Little Rock
Dino Dash is a 5K walk/run for ages 5 years and older and a 1K Family Fun Run for all ages, and is expected to attract over 750 runners. Proceeds benefit the educational and outreach programs at the Museum of Discovery. The 5K begins at 8 a.m. and 1K begins at 9 a.m. Both races begin and end in the River Market District at 500 President Clinton Avenue. Medals are awarded to top finishers in 5K age groups and all 1K participants age 1-10 receive a medal and dino prize. All race registrants receive a 2008 Dino Dash t-shirt, runner’s bag and free admission to the Museum of Discovery on race day. Registration Fees are $15/per person for team registration (by May 3), $20/individual registration (before May 3), $25/ individual registration (after May 3). After Dino Dash, visitors can enjoy Discovery Fest. Discovery Fest will be held from 8-11:00 a.m. and features food, games, face painting, dinosaur crafts and more. The 9th Annual Dino Dash & Discovery Fest is presented by Alltel. Media sponsors include KATV Channel 7, Little Rock Family and B 98.5. For a complete list of sponsors visit www.amod.org.
Registration at www.arkansasrunner.com or www.amod.org.

June 2-13, 2008

Theatre Camp
Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas, Pine Bluff
Spend an exciting two weeks with professional actors from Arkansas Arts Center. Participate in stage movement exercises and confidence building activities. Students will increase their knowledge of stage direction, improv, script reading and writing as well as auditioning. At the end of the program students will perform in a showcase for family and friends. (Ages 8-18)
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June 3 - 7, 2008

The Shaken Dream: The 1930s - The Natural State Chautauqua 2008
Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources, Smackover
Each night under the tent on the grounds of the Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources, characters from America’s past will come to life to explain their lives and take questions. This year’s troupe includes Woody Gutherie, Eleanor Roosevelt, Mary McLeod Bethune, Huey P. Long and Will Rogers. Admission is free but donations are accepted. A 15-hour teacher’s In-Service workshop will be held in conjunction with this event; teachers can register here.
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June 21, 2008

Dig Day
Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas, Pine Bluff
Do you like to dig around in the dirt? Dig Day at the Arts and Science Center will have you elbow deep in fun. Participants will learn all about archeology, fossils, and excavation. Who knows what you’ll find buried in the Arts and Science Center’s backyard. (Grades 2 - 6)
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June 23 - 27, 2008

ARTshop: The Art of Sculpture
Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas, Pine Bluff
Students will participate in techniques that will enhance their skill and knowledge of the art of sculpture. Experimenting with various types of mediums will assist them in gathering a better understanding and appreciation for the visual arts. Let the Arts and Science Center help enrich your child’s summer experience with a trip to a Little Rock gallery to get a real taste of the aesthetics.
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July 19 - October 12, 2008

Good Vibrations Exhibit
Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas, Pine Bluff
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July 21 - 25, 2008

Summer Scholars II: Adventures in Science
Join us for a fun-filled week of investigating and observing the world around us. Participants will design and perform experiments that mimic situations that occur in nature and visit destinations off and on the Arts and Science Center campus: the Little Rock Zoo, Jefferson Regional Park, and the Delta Rivers Nature Center are full of startling discoveries. (Grades 7-9)
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July 9-11 and 14-15, 2008

Summer Scholars I: CSI
Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas, Pine Bluff
Spend a week at the Arts and Science Center learning about the fascinating world of crime scene investigation. We are constantly leaving behind evidence wherever we go. Students will get hands-on experience using materials and technologies used by investigators. Fingerprint analysis, DNA extraction, and problem solving are just a few of the activities participants will take part in. They will also get a chance to hear and speak to individuals working in law enforcement. Head down to the Arts and Science Center and get a clue! (Grades K-6)
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August 2, 2008

Quilt Show featuring quilts about Arkansas’s nature, natural resources and history
Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources, Smackover
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September 6 - December 14, 2008

The Mystery of the Mayan Medallion
Museum of Discovery, Little Rock
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September 13, 2008 - January 4, 2009

Grossology Exhibition
Arkansas State University Museum, Jonesboro
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November 21-22, 2008

Lighting Extravaganza
Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources, Smackover
Walk though the grounds of the Arkansas Museum to see various lighting venues of the season. Stop in for coffee or hot chocolate or visit the museum’s gift shop for those unique gifts. 6:30-9pm. Admission $5 per person
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November 28-29, 2008

December 5-6, 2008

December 12-13, 2008

December 19-20, 2008

December 21, 2008 - March 8, 2009

The Mystery of the Mayan Medallion
Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources, Smackover
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December 26-27, 2008

March 14 - June 14, 2009

The Mystery of the Mayan Medallion
Arkansas State University Museum, Jonesboro
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