
Are you curious about the physics of aerial arts and dance? How jugglers hone their craft? The mechanics of magic? Learn all this and more through presentations by professional scientists and performing artists. There will be opportunities for audience participation throughout.
Hands-on activities begin at 3 p.m. and the program begins at 3:15 p.m.
Guests are welcome to stay after and try Aerial Silks.
At Bumbershoot Aerial Arts, 2200 Gravois Ave. Sponsored by the Academy of Science - St. Louis, Circus Flora and Bumbershoot Aerial Arts.
Free and open to all, but registration is required.
More information and registration: academyofsciencestl.org
Photo: Bumbershoot Aerial Arts
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