CPBI 240 New Britain Ave. Geared for families with children ages four to fourteen, the Science Expo consists of an exhibit hall with more than 35 booths of interactive science activities sponsored by businesses, museums, colleges and other organizations. Dramatic, live theater shows focusing on science take place several times a day, with two different performances scheduled at alternating times. Many exhibits will provide insights into communication in the world of science, as evidenced by bees and dolphins, witnessed within the human body in multitude ways, rapidly advanced through the telephone, radio, television, computers and, of course, the Internet.
Tickets are available at the door.
Special designation identifies 15 booths suitable for younger children, and Clifford The Big Red Dog, star of the new animated hit on CPTV, will greet his fans throughout the weekend days. There is free parking at nearby Hartford Hospital's Employee Parking Garage, Washington Street entrance. A full snack bar and gift shop are also provided. As an extension of CPTV's commitment to children and to science education, the Science Expo also offers free admission to school groups with advance reservations to attend on Thursday and Friday, March 22 and 23. In addition, complimentary tickets to the Expo are offered to a school's science fair winners.