Festival of Science & Technology
12 - 21 March 2010
Established
1997
What happens?
Now in its 13th year, York's annual celebration of science and discovery has already brought more than 250 special events and activities spanning the very best bits of science to tens of thousands of people across the city and beyond.
Looking at life, the Universe and plenty in-between, the York Festival of Science and Technology 2010 is one of the best ways to experiment with the science that matters. No need for lab coats or text books here - science comes out of the classroom and pops up in all sorts of unexpected places across the city.
Coinciding with the British Science Association's National Science and Engineering Week, 'Earth' is this year's central theme of a packed programme of special events and activities, put together by Science City York and involving the collective talents of local organisations and businesses.
Who will enjoy it?
The York Festival of Science and Technology is not only a fun way to experience many different aspects of science and engineering, it's a very public celebration of technology and innovation across the region and re-affirms York's status as the UK's first 'Science City'. Involving the collective talents of some of the region's leading scientific researchers, organisations and businesses, the key aim of the festival is to inform and inspire - across all ages, interests and levels of ability. With events for adults and families, and additional special activities for schools, it's a fantastic way to find out more about the opportunities available to anyone looking to embark on a career in science or simply pursue an interest.
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Festival highlights
A Passion for Penguins, ‘Secret Science’ Science Walks and ‘Medi-Evil’ Medicine are just some of the headline acts designed to fire the imagination in the upcoming York Festival of Science and Technology, festival coordinators Science City York have revealed.
Running between 12 and 21 March to coincide with the British Science Association’s National Science and Engineering Week, ‘Earth’ is this year’s central theme of a packed programme of special events and activities put together by Science City York and local partners, and involving the collective talents of an array of top names from the world of science from across the region and UK.
The 2010 science festival launches on Friday 12 March with the unveiling of a new ‘Secret Science’ trail for the city. Science City York has teamed up with local touring company Exploring York to develop a special trail of discovery revealing some of the science behind York’s world-famous heritage. Starting out from the National Railway Museum, intrepid explorers can be amongst the first to turn ‘science detective’ and solve the clues to discover a lesser known side to York’s fascinating 2000 year history.
