In the aftermath of the cyclone that ravaged Mozambique’s Sofala Province in March 2019, one psychiatrist managed the mental health response for over 2 million individuals. Why just one? In Mozambique, a country of 30 million people, there are only 18 psychiatrists. Join the Mozambique Ministry of Health’s Dr. Vasco Cumbe, MD, PhDc and Health Alliance International/UW Global Mental Health expert Dr. Brad Wagenaar, PhD, MPH for a discussion on the historically-rooted yet growing burden of mental health in sub-Saharan Africa and their collaborative work toward an integrated, systems-level mental health care response.

Cost: Free, RSVP is recommended to ensure seating

Recommended Ages: All ages

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This event is part of our Global Health and Development lecture series. Thanks to our partners, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the Washington Global Health Alliance.

We all know that nothing beats a good night’s sleep. But how can we truly get a full night’s rest with the realities of life and all its complications? Join Pacific Science Center for a discussion on the latest in sleep research. University of Washington researchers present recent findings and valuable recommendations to help everyone (no matter your age!) sleep better at night.

Topics of discussion will include:

• What’s been learned from studies on delayed high school start times
• Sleep in children and how it affects families
• The detrimental effects of permanent daylight savings time

Speakers include:

• Dr. Teresa Ward, Alumni Endowed Professor in Nursing, Co-Director of the Center for Innovation in Sleep Self-Management (CISSM), University of Washington
• Dr. Horacio de la Iglesia, Professor, Department of Biology, University of Washington
• Dr. Weicho Yuwen, Assistant Professor, School of Nursing and Healthcare Leadership, University of Washington Tacoma

Cost: Free for PacSci Members / General Public, $5

Recommended Ages: All ages

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Thought Experiments is an annual festival of four original short plays, each exploring some aspect of how current developments in science and technology may affect what it means to be human.

This year the Infinity Box Theater Project is collaborating with the Allen Institute for Artificial Intelligence (AI2). We have introduced four researchers from AI2 to local playwrights and, together they are writing four brand new plays.

AI’s in movies are typically single, powerful, possibly conscious entities that threaten us in some way. However, it is something much more ordinary–even mundane. But what happens when our daily world is full of things that are “smart?” What happens when our machines “understand?”

See fully staged readings of these original plays created by the following scientist and playwright collaborations:

• Dustin Schwenk and Maggie Lee (with director David Gassner)
• Matthew Peters and K Brian Neel (with director Meghan Arnette)
• Michael Schmitz and Andrew Lee Creech (with director Jose’ Amador)
• Oren Etzione and the writing team of Bret Fetzer and Juliet Pruzan (with director Rachel Katz Carey)

Each performance will conclude with our usual lively audience conversation, kicked off by one of the scientists from AI2.

Recommended Ages: All ages

Cost: Suggested donation of $5-$20; the Sunday performance is included with PacSci Admission

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Thought Experiments is an annual festival of four original short plays, each exploring some aspect of how current developments in science and technology may affect what it means to be human.

This year the Infinity Box Theater Project is collaborating with the Allen Institute for Artificial Intelligence (AI2). We have introduced four researchers from AI2 to local playwrights and, together they are writing four brand new plays.

AI’s in movies are typically single, powerful, possibly conscious entities that threaten us in some way. However, it is something much more ordinary–even mundane. But what happens when our daily world is full of things that are “smart?” What happens when our machines “understand?”

See fully staged readings of these original plays created by the following scientist and playwright collaborations:

• Dustin Schwenk and Maggie Lee (with director David Gassner)
• Matthew Peters and K Brian Neel (with director Meghan Arnette)
• Michael Schmitz and Andrew Lee Creech (with director Jose’ Amador)
• Oren Etzione and the writing team of Bret Fetzer and Juliet Pruzan (with director Rachel Katz Carey)

Each performance will conclude with our usual lively audience conversation, kicked off by one of the scientists from AI2.

Recommended Ages: All ages

Cost: Suggested donation of $5-$20; the Sunday performance is included with PacSci Admission

Buy Tickets

Thought Experiments is an annual festival of four original short plays, each exploring some aspect of how current developments in science and technology may affect what it means to be human.

This year the Infinity Box Theater Project is collaborating with the Allen Institute for Artificial Intelligence (AI2). We have introduced four researchers from AI2 to local playwrights and, together they are writing four brand new plays.

AI’s in movies are typically single, powerful, possibly conscious entities that threaten us in some way. However, it is something much more ordinary–even mundane. But what happens when our daily world is full of things that are “smart?” What happens when our machines “understand?”

See fully staged readings of these original plays created by the following scientist and playwright collaborations:

• Dustin Schwenk and Maggie Lee (with director David Gassner)
• Matthew Peters and K Brian Neel (with director Meghan Arnette)
• Michael Schmitz and Andrew Lee Creech (with director Jose’ Amador)
• Oren Etzione and the writing team of Bret Fetzer and Juliet Pruzan (with director Rachel Katz Carey)

Each performance will conclude with our usual lively audience conversation, kicked off by one of the scientists from AI2.

Recommended Ages: All ages

Cost: Suggested donation of $5-$20; the Sunday performance is included with PacSci Admission

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Brewology is back, this year for a spooktacular Halloween event…dare we say Boo-ology!

Discover the skill behind your favorite seasonal craft brews, enjoy some spine-chilling science demos, and show off your costume in our first ever costume contest. You’re sure to have a hair-raising good time! Each ticket includes:

• Souvenir tasting glass
• 12 Tasting Tokens (1 Token per Pour)
• After hours access to exhibits, including the Planetarium and Tropical Butterfly House
• Special Halloween themed Science Demos and Shows
• Costume contest
• Complimentary Photo Booth from TEES Productions
• Complimentary Coat Check from Coat Check Complete

Cost: Members, $45 / General Public, $50

Recommended Ages: 21+, valid ID required

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PacSci at Night Happy Hours are the ultimate way to wind down from a hectic week and get inspired for the weekend. These 21+ get-togethers include craft beer and wine, as well as free reign to explore PacSci’s interactive exhibits, after-hours for less than the cost of general admission.  We’re talking living exhibits like the Tropical Butterfly House and naked mole rats, fun and hands-on interactives, and the Planetarium. 

Every Happy Hour has a special theme. From games to art, flora to fauna, experience science with your favorite craft beer or local wine in a unique and stimulating environment. Bring the crew from the office, friends from the neighborhood, anyone you want to impress and inspire.

Sign up for the PacSci at Night e-Newsletter or follow us on Facebook to get notified when tickets go on sale.

Cost: Members, $15 / General Public, $20

Recommended Ages: This event is 21 and over. A current, valid photo ID is required to enter.

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Spectra NYE: Roaring 20’s

Kick off the 20’s with us at this year’s Spectra. Enjoy a swanky night out on the town with a full, unobstructed view of the annual fireworks show at the Space Needle. Dance into the New Year to electro-swing beats while showing off your glad rags! Celebrate at this party for the ages—it’s the cat’s meow!

Just stay hush about this New Year’s Eve speakeasy—except to your most trusted allies, friends, family, spouses, coworkers, accomplices, paramours, and sidekicks. We don’t want the coppers involved. Mums the word!

Know your onions and sign up for the PacSci at Night newsletter to be notified when tickets are on sale. Spectra sells out every year, and you don’t want to miss this bash.

PacSci at Night Happy Hours are the ultimate way to wind down from a hectic week and get inspired for the weekend. These 21+ get-togethers include craft beer and wine, as well as free reign to explore PacSci’s interactive exhibits, after-hours for less than the cost of general admission.  We’re talking living exhibits like the Tropical Butterfly House and naked mole rats, fun and hands-on interactives, and the Planetarium. 

Every Happy Hour has a special theme. From games to art, flora to fauna, experience science with your favorite craft beer or local wine in a unique and stimulating environment. Bring the crew from the office, friends from the neighborhood, anyone you want to impress and inspire.

Sign up for the PacSci at Night e-Newsletter or follow us on Facebook to get notified when tickets go on sale.

Cost: Members, $15 / General Public, $20

Recommended Ages: This event is 21 and over. A current, valid photo ID is required to enter.

Sign Up for the PacSci at Night eNews

Members receive program and event discounts and free admission. Become a PacSci Member

View Happy Hour FAQs

PacSci at Night Happy Hours are the ultimate way to wind down from a hectic week and get inspired for the weekend. These 21+ get-togethers include craft beer and wine, as well as free reign to explore PacSci’s interactive exhibits, after-hours for less than the cost of general admission.  We’re talking living exhibits like the Tropical Butterfly House and naked mole rats, fun and hands-on interactives, and the Planetarium. 

Every Happy Hour has a special theme. From games to art, flora to fauna, experience science with your favorite craft beer or local wine in a unique and stimulating environment. Bring the crew from the office, friends from the neighborhood, anyone you want to impress and inspire.

Sign up for the PacSci at Night e-Newsletter or follow us on Facebook to get notified when tickets go on sale.

Cost: Members, $15 / General Public, $20

Recommended Ages: This event is 21 and over. A current, valid photo ID is required to enter.

Sign Up for the PacSci at Night eNews

Members receive program and event discounts and free admission. Become a PacSci Member

View Happy Hour FAQs

PacSci at Night Happy Hours are the ultimate way to wind down from a hectic week and get inspired for the weekend. These 21+ get-togethers include craft beer and wine, as well as free reign to explore PacSci’s interactive exhibits, after-hours for less than the cost of general admission.  We’re talking living exhibits like the Tropical Butterfly House and naked mole rats, fun and hands-on interactives, and the Planetarium. 

Every Happy Hour has a special theme. From games to art, flora to fauna, experience science with your favorite craft beer or local wine in a unique and stimulating environment. Bring the crew from the office, friends from the neighborhood, anyone you want to impress and inspire.

Sign up for the PacSci at Night e-Newsletter or follow us on Facebook to get notified when tickets go on sale.

Cost: Members, $15 / General Public, $20

Recommended Ages: This event is 21 and over. A current, valid photo ID is required to enter.

Sign Up for the PacSci at Night eNews

Members receive program and event discounts and free admission. Become a PacSci Member

View Happy Hour FAQs