We are looking forward to taking part in Hastings Science Fair in October. We will be running free automata making activities alongside a small display of automata. Our Mechanical Making Space will also be open on the same day so you can get a double dose of Hastings based automata!
Date: Saturday 18th October, 11am-4pm – Drop in anytime, FREE entry.
Location: East Sussex College Hastings, Station Approach, Hastings, TN34 1BA
Under-16s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18.
Bring the whole family for a day of hands-on discovery in Hastings! With free planetarium shows, interactive science activities and crafts, there’s something for everyone. Explore how science contributes to everyday life with scientists and community groups from Hastings and Sussex.
Hastings Science Fair is brought to you by Science Projects – the team behind The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux, with support from the University of Sussex, East Sussex College and Hastings Borough Council.
Science Projects: Explore hands-on science!
The Observatory Science Centre: 30-minute planetarium shows throughout the day (book tickets on eventbrite)
University of Sussex: Interactive activites from cutting-edge researchers from Life Sciences and Astronomy
East Sussex Astronomical Society: Solar telescope viewings (weather permitting)
Art in the Park: Explore nature-based crafts
Cabaret Mechanical Theatre: Explore whimsical automata and mechanical art activites
Hastings Kelp Project: Find out about local marine conservation
Strandliners: Learn about plastics and pollution in the local area
Energise: Learn about solar energy and thermal imaging activities
Standing up for Nature: Find out about local environmental conservation
Sussex Mineral and Lapidary Society: Get hands-on with minerals and beach-combing finds
Hastings Botanic Garden: Explore botany and nature activities
