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Recent Releases

AirPlay Blows through the Hall
1-04-09
Explore the exciting properties and movements of air February 14 - May 10Read More
 
It’s a Small World After All
11-28-08
Nikon’s 34th Photomicrography Competition/Exhibition Challenges Visitors to Appreciate the Beauty In Science, Now Through February 22
Read More
 
The Hall Announces New President and CEO
11-18-08
Dr. Margaret HoneyRead More
 
It’s Snowing Science!
11-06-08
The 3rd Annual Crystal Winter takes the Hall by storm beginning November 28 Read More
 
Give Holiday Gifts that Enrich
11-05-08
Now you can buy Hall Memberships and Science Shop gifts onlineRead More
 
Having a Ball with Chemistry
10-03-08
Celebrate National Chemistry Week 2008 at the Hall on October 25Read More
 
Exhibition Challenges Artists Regarding Environmental Sustainability
10-03-08
On view through January 25Read More
 
India Museum Professionals Teach Hall Staff New Science Demo
8-25-08
Week-long cultural exchange finishes with joint presentation…Read More
 
The New York Hall of Science Receives High Honors in New York and National Surveys
8-18-08
From Nickelodeon and Parents magazine Read More
 
New York Hall of Science Unveils Walter Lecroy's Photography
8-15-08
On view through September 28Read More
 
Museums Without Borders
8-05-08
New York Hall of Science and Museums in India Exchange StaffRead More
 
Hotrods and Classic Cars Cruise to the Hall
7-28-08
Annual Car Show returns on August 3Read More
 
Lower Your E-Waste Level
7-26-08
E-Waste Collection August 2 - 4 at the HallRead More
 
The Hall Announces Winner of Master Magician Video Contest
6-26-08
Short videos showcase the science behind magic and celebrate new exhibitionRead More
 
Join Digit and Lunar Jim for V-me Niños Day
6-18-08
At the Hall on Sunday, June 22Read More
 
Children Invited to Play With Unique Elements from Imagination Playground During An Interactive Exhibit at the Hall
6-13-08
June 28 & 29, 11 am – 5 pmRead More
 
The New York Hall of Science Presents Art Envisions Science: Works on Paper
6-10-08
On view through July 13Read More
 
Summoning All Magicians: The Hall Conjures Master Magician Video Contest
5-12-08
Create a video of yourself doing a magic trick to become the Hall's Master MagicianRead More
 
Start Your Engines - Pinewood Derby Comes to the Hall
4-09-08
See this car-racing classic at 10 am on April 12 Read More
 
Get Into the Act with Magic: The Science of Illusion at the New York Hall of Science
4-04-08
June 28 – September 14Read More
 
Earth Day Celebration for All Ages at the New York Hall of Science
4-01-08
April 19 & 20Read More
 
New Preschool Family Adventures Announced for Spring 2008
3-30-08
Sign up today and find out how living things bounce back in spring…Read More
 
NanoDays Festival: Why the Science of Very Small Things is a Very Big Deal
3-20-08
Don't miss this National Celebration at the Hall on March 29 and 30Read More
 
Brain-Based Fun at the Hall
2-29-08
Brain Celebration March 1 & 2Read More
 
Bring on the Bubbles! Bubblemania to Amaze at the Hall April 23 – 27
2-18-08
Queens, N.Y. – After wowing audiences last year, BubbleMania: Science, Art & Comedy! with Casey Carle returns to the New York Hall of Science from April 23 – 27. World-renowned…Read More
 
Explore Engineering During EWEEK 2008 at the New York Hall of Science
2-08-08
Highlights include activity stations and a new video game launch, Feb 17 - 23Read More
 
View the Last Total Lunar Eclipse Until 2010
2-07-08
at the New York Hall of Science on Feb 20 Read More
 
Take a Break from School, not Science: Register Now for Winter Break Innovation Camps
2-01-08
Innovation Camps will be held February 19 – 22Read More
 
Happy Birthday, Charles Darwin!
1-15-08
Darwin Celebration Days: January 19 – 21 & January 26 – 27 Read More
 
Join PBS Cyberchase Stars Harry and Digit For Super Cyberchase Day
1-03-08
At the Hall on Saturday January 12Read More

2007

12-14-07
Lifelong Learners: The Hall Offers Exciting Parent-Child Adventures
Announcing Preschool Adventures' winter 2008 seasonRead More
 
12-03-07
One Stop Science Shop
Find unique presents for everyone on your shopping listRead More
 
11-28-07
Mouse Embryo Captures Top Honors at Nikon Small World
Exhibition on view October 6, 2007 - January 27, 2008 Read More
 
11-26-07
Back by Popular Demand: Crystal Winter Continues to Enchant at the Hall
Weekends Nov 23 – Dec 30, plus Dec 26 – Jan 1 Read More
 
11-16-07
French Researcher and “Human Calculator” Breaks World Record at the Hall
27-year-old calculated 13th root of a 200-digit number in 72 secondsRead More
 
11-14-07
Book Signing - Children’s Author David Ezra Stein Reads “Best Book of the Year” Leaves
Author/Illustrator David Ezra reads his books and draws for visitors Nov 23 - 25 …Read More
 
10-10-07
Meet Cyberchase TV Stars on October 27
Meet Harry and Digit and see the Cyberchase: My Big Idea Film FestivalRead More
 
10-09-07
Flashes of Genius Visits the New York Hall of Science
Queens, N.Y. - The Swedish organization Flashes of Genius visited the New York Hall of Science on October 5. Following is more information about the event.

The success of Sweden’s…Read More

 
9-12-07
New York Hall of Science Offers Tickets to NY Renaissance Faire
Return to the Days of Robin Hood, Shakespearean Productions and Royal Jousting! Read More
 
9-09-07
New York Hall of Science Hosts ‘Meet the Photographer: Michael Maurer’
Maurer’s Water Colors on View at the Museum through September 23  …Read More
 
9-05-07
The New York Hall of Science Brings Popular CYBERCHASE Math Mystery Cartoon to Life
Cyberchase – The Chase Is On! Exhibition now openRead More
 
7-24-07
New York Hall of Science Provides New Home for Times Square Security Bollards, Opens Solar Walk Exhibition
Take a walk on the sunny side and learn how the Sun illuminates the Earth Read More
 
6-08-07
Produce to the People: Farmers’ Market Takes Root at the New York Hall of Science
Fresh, locally grown produce available to the public every SundayRead More
 
5-31-07
Molecules Are Everywhere, Including a New Hall Exhibition
Explore how molecules shape our bodies, our medicines and the worldRead More
 
5-22-07
The Hall's New Motion Simulator Ride Has Landed
Strap in and hold on for a dynamic sight and sound experienceRead More
 
5-04-07
The New York Hall of Science Takes the Show on the Road!
New Van, Donated by KeySpan Foundation, to Bring Science to 15,000 Kids Each Year Read More
 
5-01-07
Big Apple Circus Clown Visits the Hall on May 6
Get discount circus tickets and your own red clown nose Read More
 
4-21-07
Begin Your Superhero Training By Scaling a Wall at the New York Hall of Science

Spider Wall Demonstration Shows Taking Place Every Weekend in May

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3-30-07
Follow Your Nose to Sense of Smell Day
Hands-on activities explore the sense of smell April 29, 12:30 - 4:30 pmRead More
 
3-01-07
The Hall to Host International Conference on Network Science
Now accepting registration!…Read More
 
2-28-07
Far Out Bubbles Will Blow You Away at the New York Hall of Science
BubbleMania: Science, Art & Comedy! with Casey Carle, March 31 - April 8Read More
 
2-21-07
Forecast: Brainstorm! A Brainy Celebration at the New York Hall of Science
A brainstorm is headed for the New York Hall of Science with the forecast calling for a 100% chance of fun and learning…Read More
 
2-16-07
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Performers to Host Special “Science of the Circus”
Performance at the New York Hall of Science!…Read More
 
2-15-07
Annual Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum “Kids Week” Program Sails to New York Hall of Science
Two Days of Fun and Learning During Schools' Winter BreakRead More
 
2-13-07
New York Hall of Science Unveils Largest U.S. Science Playground
Now with 60,000 square-feet, more than 50 exhibits enhance hands-on discovery for children of all ages…Read More
 
1-05-07
The New York Hall of Science Celebrates Darwin with Evolutionary Events
Darwin Celebration Celebrate the Life of Charles Darwin February 10 - 12.…Read More
 
1-02-07
Join PBS Cyberchase Stars Harry and Digit
For Cyberchase: My Big Idea Day at the New York Hall of Science on January 20…Read More
 
1-01-07
Science & Art Fridays Back By Popular Demand
Craft Your Own Museum-Quality Art, Fridays at the New York Hall of Science…Read More

2006

11-28-06
Scientifically Proven: New York Hall of Science Offers Unique Holiday Gifts for Everyone on Your List
New and Inventive Gift Ideas Demonstrated at the New York Hall of ScienceRead More
 
11-28-06
New York Hall of Science is World’s First Museum to Install New Program for Visually Impaired Visitors
Queens, N.Y. – The New York Hall of Science will be the first museum in the world to install a new invention to improve accessibility for visitors who are visually…Read More
 
11-16-06
World’s First Global Science Museum TryScience Launches New Look, Engages Additional Audiences
The award-winning web site www.tryscience.org recently unveiled a new home pageRead More
 
11-14-06
CYBERCHASE: My Big Idea
Sneak Preview on November 14, 2006Read More
 
11-01-06
Frosted Flakes: Take a “Snow Day” at the New York Hall of Science
Even before the first snowflake falls this winter, you can get knee-deep in wintry fun during Crystal Winter!…Read More
 
10-30-06
Photography Exhibition at the New York Hall of Science
Explores Architecture and Industrial DesignRead More
 
10-27-06
NEW! Dana Brain Science Educator Series Features Brain Evolution
Queens, N.Y. – Want to learn how to integrate brain curriculum, innovate your lessons and motivate your students, for FREE? Now you can! The New York Hall of Science invites…Read More
 
10-27-06
U.S. Secretary of Education Appoints Former New York Hall of Science Director and CEO to National Assessment Governing Board
Queens, N.Y. – Dr. Alan J. Friedman, former director and CEO of the New York Hall of Science, has been appointed by U.S. Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings to the…Read More
 
10-27-06
Top Hat, Black Tie and Bubbles!
New York Hall of Science to Hold Awards Gala on November 1 at Chelsea PiersRead More
 
10-03-06
8th Annual International Exhibition
Digital Prints at the New York Hall of ScienceRead More
 
10-03-06
Laura Splan Solo Exhibition Opens at the New York Hall of Science
Queens, N.Y. – Artist Laura Splan’s father and sister have been in the medical field all of her life. This influence is dramatically brought to life in the artwork shown…Read More
 
10-02-06
New York Hall of Science Hosts National Chemistry Week Celebration On October 28, 2006
Theme: Your Home – It’s All Built on Chemistry Read More
 
9-25-06
Space Cadets in Training
At the New York Hall of Science's New Preschool Launch PadRead More
 
9-25-06
Updated Distance Learning Program Launched
At the New York Hall of ScienceRead More
 
9-14-06
Husband and Wife Featured in Simultaneous Solo Exhibitions
At the New York Hall of ScienceRead More
 
8-28-06
Craft Your Own Museum-Quality Art
During the New York Hall of Science’s New Science & Art FridaysRead More


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