The Explorium! - Saturday 21 Feb

Everyday throughout the Festival, The Forum's impressive Atrium is transformed into The Explorium - a vibrant and exciting place for visitors of all ages to get stuck into some hands-on science.

Explore the incredible research happening right here in Norwich with our partners, University of East Anglia and Norwich Research Park. Shrink down into the world of microbes in the Microbe Zoo, take a trip to the Festival Bookshop, test your own scientific skills and learn about all the wonders of STEMM!

With activities changing every day, there's always something new to discover.

Free, drop-in
Recommended for all ages
The Forum
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What's on today

Artsmiths - use magnifiers and microscopes to explore tiny details, discovering incredible patterns, shapes and structures hidden in manmade and natural objects. Then, transform what you see into colourful patterned prints inspired by the miniature world!

Mini Monsters - come and meet a selection of minibeasts, reptiles and invertebrates and discover fascinating facts about these amazing animals.

Boulby Underground Laboratory - create an alien passport, explore fascinating objects, try VR headsets, and see real particles with a cloud chamber, from the UK’s only deep underground science lab.

Norwich City Council - explore how the city is tackling climate change and pursuing nature recovery. Join in a fun drawing activity and grab some wildflower seeds to take home and grow.

SequenceAnalysis & Quadram Institute Bioscience - explore a coding world inspired by Minecraft, LEGO, and the real sounds of soil, microbes and plant roots!

RSPB - join the RSPB team for fun, family-friendly activities and discover how they protect wildlife, plus simple ways you and your family can make a difference at home.

UEA Zone - explore the incredible science taking place at the University of East Anglia, with interactive, hands-on activities led by academics, researchers and leading experts.

The Wired Nest – join artists from The Nest Project CIC to help build a growing nest! Use recycled wires and natural materials to create this interactive artwork inspired by nature and sustainability.

Access Information

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