FRISCO, TEXAS (September 26, 2013) What does sound look like? This intriguing question puzzled members and guests alike on Sunday, September 15 during Sci-Tech’s celebration of National Sound Day. Much like the wind, we know sound exists even though we can’t see it. However, we can see the reaction made by other objects. This was the basis of many of our fun activities used as demonstrations. Children and adults were flocked around our Chandi Plate, which gave a visual representation to the sound waves and how they change based upon the frequency of the vibration being generated. Using the classic paper cups connected with a piece of string, we were able to show children how the vibration of the string generated by our voice was able to travel 30 feet across the museum, allowing us to communicate at that surprisingly long distance. The interaction continued using “Boomwhackers,” plastic tubes which, when struck against the floor, produced different musical notes. Groups of children and adults collaborated, producing a symphony of music while being conducted by our staff members.
The Celebration of Sound extended with our successful booth at the Frisco Arts Center’s main lobby. The Plano Symphony Orchestra was represented with their monthly family symphony exhibit, dedicated to string instruments. Sci-Tech was well represented, showing the science behind sound and music. Science and Art can work hand-in-hand, when understanding the why and how leads directly to the improvement and enjoyment of any activity.
Sound Science was one of many special events scheduled for weekend fun at Sci-Tech. With many other upcoming science celebrations planned — “Shocking Saturday” on September 28th, “World Heart Day” on September 29th, & “World Sight Day” on October 12 — families can enjoy numerous themed activities included in your admission. And in the words of Bill Cosby, “if you aren’t careful, you just might learn something!”
Sci-Tech Discovery Center is open Sunday Noon-6:00 p.m., Tuesday – Friday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. and closed on Monday. Admission is free to members, $7.00 general admission, $5.50 seniors over 60 and children under two years old are free. Visit www.mindstretchingfun.org for additional details.
About Sci-Tech Discovery Center
Responding to community demand for a cultural and educational destination, Sci-Tech Discovery Center, Inc. (“Sci-Tech”) was established as a 501(c)(3) non-profit in 2004 as a multi-year initiative of the Junior League of Collin County, formerly known as the Junior League of Plano. Since then Sci-Tech has found a permanent home in Collin County at the Frisco Discovery Center and offers hands-on exhibits to the next generation of engineers, scientists, educators, and innovators. Sci-Tech provides dynamic education experiences to embrace discovery and innovation through the active exploration of science, math and technology. For more information please visit www.mindstretchingfun.org.