The Bradbury Science Museum is hosting the ninth annual High Tech Halloween from 4 to 7 this evening at the museum, located at 15th Street and Central Avenue in downtown Los Alamos. There is no admission fee for High Tech Halloween. "Expect the Unexpected," will captivate kindergarten and elementary school-age children with activities and displays ranging from wizard-scientists to live bats, amazing optical illusions and mysterious tunnels. High Tech Halloween combines the wonder of science and technology with the chills and thrills of Halloween. The program varies every year and this evening of science and fun has become a standard "must do" for children from Los Alamos, Pojoaque, Santa Fe, Española and other communities, said Pat Berger, museum event coordinator.
This year's theme, "Expect the Unexpected," focuses on the intersection of science and magic. Demonstrators will use optical illusions and magic tricks to show how people's senses can fool them. The museum will provide educational materials to continue the science as a learning project at home.
Children of all ages can attend High Tech Halloween. Registration is not needed, but the museum asks parents or responsible adults to accompany their children. Costumes are encouraged for children and adults, but not required.
The museum participates with many downtown merchants who take part in Los Alamos' Main Street Halloween activities.
For more information about High Tech Halloween, contact Berger at 5-0896.
The museum is part of Los Alamos' Community Relations (CRO) Office.
