DETROIT – A partnership with scientific museums and venues in Detroit will give students in the Detroit Public Schools Community District and their families the opportunity to engage in S.T.E.A.M.—Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics— themed learning activities outside the classroom.
Some of the activities are limited to prospective DPSCD students, while many of the events will be open to the public.
Here is a list of the events:
Belle Isle Nature Center
176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, 48207
Family-Friendly Birds and Bees Event
Saturday, Feb. 11, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Free Public event
Family-friendly Valentine’s event on “love” in nature with music, photography, bird seed and “bee mine” crafts and zookeeper talks on bird conservation & U.S. Forest Service. Nature Ambassador Joe Reilly concert at 2 p.m.
Detroit Public Library - Main Library
5201 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, 48202
Concert: An Evening with Daniel Washington
Wednesday, Feb. 15, 7- 9 p.m.
Free Public Event
The DPL presents the 73rd Annual E. Azalia Hackley Collection Concert, “An Evening with Daniel Washington.” Dr. Daniel Washington, Professor of Voice at the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre, & Dance, has performed at the world’s major opera houses and concert stages.
Michigan Science Center
5020 John R St, Detroit, 48202
Sunday, Feb. 19, 1 p.m., 3 p.m.
Dream Big IMAX® film
Limited free admission for prospective DPSCD students
Select DPSCD/EAA students will receive exclusive free access to visit the Michigan Science Center and view the new IMAX® film - Dream Big: Engineering Our World. One hundred limited free admissions available for prospective DPSCD students. First come, first served; RSVP details to be at detroitk12.org/enroll beginning February 1.
Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit - MOCAD
4454 Woodward Ave, Detroit, 48201
Contemporary Interactive Art Experience
Saturday, Feb. 18, noon
Free Public Event
The Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit invites DPSCD students and their families to view The Architectural Imagination, an exhibition featuring drawings and models of imaginary buildings designed for real locations in Detroit (a lot in Mexicantown, a riverfront post office, parcels along the Dequindre Cut, and the Packard Plant) and to design their own dream buildings using their imaginations and the inspirational materials provided.
Drew Farm at Drew Transition Center
9600 Wyoming Ave, Detroit, 48204
Starry Night at Drew Farm
Friday, Feb. 24, 6-8 p.m.
Free Public Event with RSVP
DPSCD Office of School Nutrition and Garden Collaborative offer a “Starry Night at Drew.” Event includes a cooking demo, healthy snacks, nature walk and bird feeder crafts at Drew Farms. RSVP required. Please call 313-651-3457 or email garden.program@detroitk12.org to reserve.
Detroit Symphony Orchestra, atrium
3711 Woodward Avenue Detroit, 48201
Concert and Activities: “Star Wars at the Max"
Saturday, Feb. 25, noon-1:30 p.m.
Limited free tickets for prospective DPSCD students
Tots to middle school students experience a Star Wars performance by a small ensemble of DSO Musicians, plus art and music making activities. Star Wars costumes welcomed. Limited free public tickets for prospective DPSCD students. RSVP at detroitk12.org/enroll beginning February 1.
Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History
315 East Warren Ave, Detroit, 48201
“Meet the Scientist Saturday”
Saturday, Feb. 25, 2-4 p.m.
Free Public Event
Curious students, young Einsteins, or future tech wizards who are always thinking of the next big thing are invited to discover and explore science with activities led by scientists and technologists with the hands-on exhibit, Inspiring Minds: African Americans in Science and Technology! Visit the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History for “Meet the Scientist Saturday” featuring David Head & Dr. Terrance Dillard on Saturday, February 25, 2017 from 2-4 p.m.
The Rink at Campus Martius Park
800 Woodward Ave, Detroit, 48226
DPSCD Robotics on Ice
Sunday, Feb. 26, 10 a.m.
Free Public Viewing Event
DPSCD showcases a “Robotics on Ice” competition with invited DPSCD students at 10 a.m. Public is invited to view. Families can engage in Chess in the Park activities, sample cherry slurpies by DPSCD nutrition staff.
Detroit Institute of Arts
5200 Woodward Ave, Detroit, 48202
“Get S.T.E.A.M.ed at the DIA”
Saturday, March 4, 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.
Free Public Event
Discover “Science Behind the Art,” a virtual field trip produced by DPTV, on the science of the DIA’s Conservation Lab; investigate technologies and innovations of ancient civilization; Career talk by Andrea Montiel De Shuman, Digital Experience Designer; Gallery games, drop-in workshops and more.
Detroit Institute of Music Education (DIME)
1265 Griswold St, Detroit, 48226
DIME for a Dime
Sunday, March 5, noon-3 p.m.
Limited Free Public Tickets for prospective DPSCD students
One-day event where students aged 12-19 can attend up to four 30-minute classes with the industry-professional faculty of DIME Detroit. Subject areas covered are guitar, bass, drums, vocals, songwriting and music business. Students rotate between designated classrooms. Very limited free tickets for prospective DPSCD students. Reserve at detroitk12.org/enroll beginning February 1.
Eastern Market, Shed 3
DPSCD “All Schools” S.T.E.A.M. Showcase
2934 Russell Street MI 48207
April 2, noon-3 p.m.
Free Public Event
Discover “Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math” S.TE.A.M. events with representatives of every DPSCD school. Give-aways! Science, tech and agricultural arts demonstrations. Learn about tuition-free Montessori, foreign language immersion and more.