After the winter break, the Agora Science Experience Centre will reopen on 5th January with a variety of science education programmes. During the first month of the year, weekend activities will include origami animal folding, musical instrument making, snake species, the secrets of winter bird feeding, and the golden rules of bird watching.
The Agora Science Centre’s January programmes:
Permanent programmes
In the Agora Science Experience Centre’s Interactive Space, you can try out almost 40 special games closely linked to a scientific phenomenon. In addition, visitors can take part in several experimental demonstrations every day. Detailed daily programmes are available at www.agoradebrecen.hu.
Musical lightning
Have you ever seen lightning in a room? Have you listened? Agora’s Frankenstein-esque device can make thunderous sounds come from the swirling of arc discharges. What’s more, the Tesla coil can also emit musical sounds using a piano keyboard. So anyone can try their hand at making music with lightning!
Seasonal programmes
Saturday 8th January 2022, 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Creative Science: Origami Saturday
On the second Saturday of every month, children can learn about scientific phenomena through interesting creative activities and make their own toys to take home.
Make a zoo out of paper! Now you can prove that paper folding is not so difficult. In this session, children can make lots of simple origami animals.
You can take part with a pass to the Agora. Children can join the session at any time during the hour and a half with parental supervision.
Location: interactive space, minimum age: 5 years
Saturday, 8th January 2022 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Family Activities in the DigI Space
Have you ever met a humanoid robot? Have you petted a robot dog? Do you know what makes a home “smart”? On Saturdays, the DigITér Debrecen Digital Experience Centre offers a range of activities for families and groups of friends to learn about the latest achievements in IT. During the one-and-a-half-hour interactive session, you will also have the opportunity to try out some of the devices.
DigITér is located on the first floor of the Agora Science Experience Centre. The Digital Centre’s programmes are free of charge but are only open to visitors with prior registration – and confirmation.
Sunday Science: Sound Tax
Sunday, 9th January 2022, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
A series of educational programmes will take children on exciting science adventures on Sundays. The one-hour sessions will give participants an insight into the mysteries of different scientific disciplines.
What exactly is sound and what properties does it have? How can our musical instruments make a sound? Visitors can learn about some interesting instruments and make one to take home.
Recommended age: 8-12 years
You can attend the programme with a ticket to the Agora. The number of visitors is limited, so it is advisable to register in advance. Advance registrations are welcome at regisztracio@agoradebrecen.hu. The one-hour session will start at precisely 10:30 am, gathering in the reception area.
Family session in the DigITér
Saturday 15th January 2022 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Have you ever met a humanoid robot? Have you petted a robot dog? Do you know what makes a home “smart”? On Saturdays, the DigITér Debrecen Digital Experience Centre offers a range of activities for families and groups of friends to learn about the latest achievements in IT. During the one-and-a-half-hour interactive session, you will also have the opportunity to try out some of the devices.
DigITér is located on the first floor of the Agora Science Experience Centre. The Digital Centre’s programmes are free of charge but are only open to visitors with prior registration – and confirmation.
The programme is open to children from 8 to 8 years old. The number of visitors is limited, so it is advisable to register in advance. Advance registrations are welcome at regisztracio@agoradebrecen.hu. The one-hour session will start at exactly half-past 10:30 am, gathering in the reception area.
Family Session in the DigITér
Saturday 22nd January 2022 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Have you ever met a humanoid robot? Have you petted a robot dog? Do you know what makes a home “smart”? On Saturdays, the DigITér Debrecen Digital Experience Centre offers a range of activities for families and groups of friends to learn about the latest achievements in IT. During the one-and-a-half-hour interactive session, you will also have the opportunity to try out some of the devices.
DigITér is located on the first floor of the Agora Science Experience Centre. The Digital Centre’s programmes are free of charge but are only open to visitors with prior registration – and confirmation.
Sunday Science: Secrets and Golden Rules of Winter Bird Feeding
Sunday 23rd January 2022, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
A series of educational programmes on Sundays will take children on exciting scientific adventures. Participants will be given an insight into the mysteries of different scientific disciplines in one-hour sessions.
What kind of bird feeders can we put up? When to feed, what to feed, and what not to feed? What birds come to the feeders and how can we identify them? The session will also show children how to make their gardens and yards bird-friendly.
Recommended age: 8-12 years
The programme is open to children from 8 to 8 years. The number of visitors is limited, so it is advisable to register in advance. Advance registrations are welcome at regisztracio@agoradebrecen.hu. The one-hour session will start at precisely 10:30 am, gathering in the reception area.
Sunday Science: in a Clam Shell
Sunday, 30th January 2022, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
What can a clamshell hide? How are natural pearls made? What kind of shells can we find in our country? What is the shell used for and why is it still valuable today? This session will give children the answers to these questions and give them an insight into the world of molluscs. They will also have the chance to examine the different shells and make their own.
