HALL’oween at the New York Hall of Science

Press Release

Queens, N.Y. - Start your Halloween celebrations early at the New York Hall of Science. The Hall’s spooky science activities turn the Halloween season into a learning experience that will captivate children of all ages.

Did you know that bats can live for up to 30 years? Did you know that pumpkins come in a variety of colors from white to yellow to orange?

For a hair-raising experience, take in Dr. Frankenstein’s Lightening and Electricity Show at the Hall’s Live Science Theater, where Dr. Frankenstein will take you on a madcap adventure to learn about the wonders and uses for electricity.

Dr. Frankenstein’s Lighting & Electricity LIVE!
October 4 – November 2
Weekends, 2 & 3 pm
Join Dr. Frankenstein to learn about the secrets of lightning and electricity. See the amazing Van de Graff generator, the jolting Jacob’s Ladder, and the paralyzing plasma ball, as direct current, alternating current, and lighting and electricity all help to make a something ALIVE!!!!

Live Bat Show
October 26, 11:30 & 12: 30 pm
Learn about bats from around the world up-close and personal! Rob Mies, TV personality and Director of the Organization for Bat Conservation, speaks about the benefits of bats, why we need to conserve them, and what you can do to help these unique mammals. Step into the mysterious world of bats and explore their benefits, habitats, and nocturnal strategies. Come meet a local bat from North America and hear its high-pitched sound with a “bat detector.” You will also meet a Straw-colored fruit bat from Africa, and an Asian fruit bat. The finale is the largest bat in the world, the Gigantic Flying Fox Bat from Malaysia. This beautiful bat has nearly a 6-foot wingspan! $4, $2 members

Meet Author Diane Mayr
October 26, 2 & 4 pm
Children’s author Diane Mayr will be reading selections from her works including Littlebat's Halloween Story, Run, Turkey, Run! Out and About at the Apple Orchard.

Goulishly Glowing Crafts
October 4 – November 23
Weekends, 11 am – 5 pm
Glowing Eyes Bat Puppet
Light up Lightening Bug
Climbing Sparkle Spider
Materials: $2 - $2.50 ($1 - $1.50 members)

Spooky Sounds Activity Session
October 4 – November 23
Weekends, 1:30 & 3:30 pm
Materials Fee: $3 ($2 members)

Beatrice Bat’s Beautiful Night
October 4 – November 23
Weekends, 12:30 & 2:30 pm
Beatrice Bat has some amazing friends who only come out night. Join her as she shows you that night-time isn’t so scary.
Owl Puppet
October 4 – November 23
Weekends, 12:45 & 2:45 pm
Materials Fee: $2 ($1 members)

Evening Sky Planetarium Show
Weekends, 1 & 4 pm

For more information about attending these programs, please call 718.699.0005 ext. 381.

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