As part of British Science Week, head to the Higgins Bedford on Saturday (15 March) to take part in their annual Science Lab events.
This family-friendly event is completely free to attend, and you’ll be able to get hands-on with some super-sciencey activities linked to some of the Higgins’ current exhibitions.
If you are intrigued by Alison Goodyear’s Light and Colour Community Project installation or interested in digital art, why not don a VR headset and learn the techniques used to create it?
Alison will be on hand to explain the creative process and to help you create your own virtual artwork together. Places on the 11am and 2pm sessions are limited, so make sure you book yours here.
Artist Graham Fudger embarks on a Curious Adventure in Colour and Light as he brings together ten light-themed activities for a hands-on workshop to explore the scientific principles of colour, light, and the science of seeing.
The free hour-long session takes place from midday til 4pm, and you can book your place here.
Step back in time with geologists from the Bedfordshire Geology Group, who will be on hand from 11am – 3pm to answer questions on all aspects of geology and the current Mary Anning exhibition.
A selection of fossils and minerals will be on display, and feel free to bring along your own samples to find out more about them. Plus, follow the Timeline and see how our use of materials has changed through history.
The Higgins Bedford, Castle Lane, Bedford MK40 3XD/ nearest parking: Lurke Street multi-storey car park (free for four hours Monday – Saturday)
