Black History Month Celebration at Museum of Science

The Museum of Science is honored to host this Black History Month celebration, spotlighting the visionary people and communities whose STEM innovations and creative voices continue to redefine science, the arts, and our collective future. This free event highlights the valuable contributions of the Black community to science, culture, and society. Use code BHM26 for free admission to the Museum of Science on Sat, 2/28. This day-long celebration highlights the many ways community members—past and present—have contributed to discovery, creativity, and problem-solving across disciplines, inspiring curiosity and innovation for future generations. Guests can explore featured talks, hands-on STEAM activities for families, an interactive scavenger hunt throughout the Museum, cultural performances, and opportunities to connect with community organizations from across the Boston area—celebrating lived experiences, creativity, and impact through science and culture. Schedule of Events 2026 Speakers and Performances: 10:00 – 10:30 am<ul><li>Meet a Scientist: Danielle Wood, PhD</li><li>Director of the Space Enabled Research Group at the MIT Media Lab</li><li>Gordon Current Science &amp; Technology Center Stage, Blue Wing Level 1</li></ul>10:30 – 11:00 am<ul><li>Performance: PanNeubean Steel</li><li>Blue Wing Lower Level</li></ul>11:00 – 11:30 am<ul><li>Meet a Scientist: Alexis Smith-Attuquayefio</li><li>Director, Satio; President Emeritus, NSBE Boston</li><li>Gordon Current Science &amp; Technology Center Stage, Blue Wing Level 1</li></ul>11:30 am – 12:00 pm<ul><li>Performance: Boston Circus Guild</li><li>Blue Wing Lower Level</li></ul>1:00 – 1:30 pm<ul><li>Performance: Afrobeats Dance Boston</li><li>Blue Wing Lower Level</li></ul>1:30 – 2:00 pm<ul><li>Panel: The Future with Leadership Brainery Founders: The Science of Money and Behavior</li><li>Gordon Current Science &amp; Technology Center Stage, Blue Wing Level 1</li></ul>3:00 – 3:30 pm<ul><li>Meet a Scientist: Kyle Lambert</li><li>Gordon Current Science &amp; Technology Center Stage, Blue Wing Level 1</li></ul>3:30 – 4:00 pm<ul><li>Performance: A Trike Called Funk</li><li>Blue Wing Lower Level</li></ul>Hear from Our Community Partners 10:00 am - 4:00 pm | Blue Wing, Lower Level and Level 1<ul><li>American Cancer Society</li><li>NSBE Boston Professionals</li><li>Boston University Anatomy &amp; Neurobiology Students</li><li>Black Girl Environmentalist</li><li>National Center for Race Amity</li><li>Harvard Lab for Developmental Studies</li><li>Alternatives for Community &amp; Environment (ACE)</li><li>Jack and Jill of America, Inc. (Boston Chapter)</li><li>Union Capital Boston</li><li>Rose Conservatory</li><li>Boston Young Black Professionals</li><li>IFSI-USA (Immigrant Family Services Institute)</li><li>Kidogo Productions</li><li>American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE)</li><li>Lawyers for Civil Rights</li><li>MathWorks</li><li>Harvard Student National Medical Association</li></ul>

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