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Great Scots who Changed the World

Venue: Primary Schools throughout Fife.
Dates: Fri 15 Mar
Times: 10am - 4pm
Audience: Primary and Secondary schools

Our modern communications rely on many inventions and discoveries made by Scots, including the telephone, television, and colour photography. Hear about the science behind some of these well-known inventions and some that are more obscure but interesting.

Clever Plants, Clever People:<br/> Science in the Garden

Clever Plants, Clever People:
Science in the Garden

Venue: St Andrews Botanic Garden, Canongate, St Andrews, KY16 8RT
Dates: Sat 16 Mar - Sun 17 Mar
Times: 10am - 2pm (also 23 & 24 March)
Audience: Families/All

Come along to the Botanic Garden in St Andrews to learn about the fascinating world of plants and find out how scientists study and use plants to improve our lives. Fun activities and trails for all ages.

Science Discovery Day

Venue: University of St Andrews, School of Physics and Astronomy, North Haugh, St. Andrews, KY16 9SS
Dates: Sat 16 Mar
Times: 10am - 4pm
Audience: Families/All

Visit the University of St Andrews to discover exciting areas of science and technology through demonstrations, interactive exhibits and hands-on activities for all the family.

The Star & Ship Enterprise

Venue: Museum of University of St Andrews, 7a The Scores, St. Andrews, KY16 9AR
Dates: Sat 16 Mar
Times: 6pm - 9pm
Audience: Families/All

Teleport into MUSA for a special late-night opening! Learn about our reflecting telescope and try your hand at Viking navigation! Afterwards, head over to the University’s observatory for some modern stargazing fun!