The Science Near Me blog is a partnership between Discover magazine and ScienceNearMe.org.
Humans are naturally curious, and our knack for tinkering has led to some of the world’s greatest inventions. But even if we don’t see ourselves as inventors, getting hands-on with technology, old and new, can be an enriching and educational experience (plus, it’s just plain fun!).
In fact, so many people love tinkering and creating that there’s an entire culture dedicated to it, called the maker movement. You might be familiar with Maker Faire, a series of huge expos where people can showcase their creations, learn new skills and simply marvel at the creativity of others. But did you know that smaller, localized maker events happen year-round at museums, science centers and other public spaces all over the country?
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