The Maine Science Festival is a program of the Maine Discovery Museum. Like an art festival or film festival, the MSF has 70+ events and activities over five days, all focused on science in Maine. Wondering what you'll find? Here's what we've heard from past participants:

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The Maine Science Festival is such a unique and inspirational event for Maine. Showcasing such a diversity of scientific activities, achievements, and areas of exploration reminds people of the importance of science in our everyday lives, in solving problems we all face, and re-introduces them to the wonder of scientific discovery.
 

What I love about MSF is the chance for scientists to get out of the lab and share their passions with the community. It is such a terrific opportunity for scientific learning and interaction that is really hard to find anywhere else - it’s informal and entertaining, but not oversimplified or dumbed-down. Non-scientists get to ask questions about these unique topics, and scientists are able to share their expertise with an enthusiastic public.

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I was on the panel that highlighted how the humanities can interact with science and I enjoyed the experience immensely.  It was fun to have an audience so interested in the technical as well as the human side of medicine - and people were eager to share their observations.

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The MSF is an amazing celebration of all aspects of science and fosters a connection to science for people from an amazing variety of backgrounds.  Individuals who may not have formerly seen themselves as 'interested’ in science or even identified as 'scientists' walk away from MSF inspired to pursue new passions, ask new questions, and communicate the value of science as practitioners themselves.

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Checked out the MSF last night [Science on Tap] hoping to hear about food systems but instead became more fascinated by yogurt than I ever thought possible.

 

Join us at the Maine Science Festival and you'll see that science is everywhere.

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