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❄️ #GuestAlert: Make Your Holidays Shine with Science! ❄️ @PacSci is ready to add some science sparkle to your season. Here are our special holiday hours: 📆 Dec 23: Open 📆 Dec 24: Open until 3 p.m. 🎁 Dec 25: Closed for Christmas Day 📆 Dec 29 - Jan 4: Open Bring your family and friends to explore hands-on exhibits, uncover new wonders, and create unforgettable memories. Plan your visit at pacsci.org.

Celebrate the start of winter at @PacSci’s Science After Dark on Saturday, Dec 21 from 7-10 p.m.!   From glowing lights to interactive fun, this evening is all about celebrating the season with experiments, cozy vibes, and a sprinkle of winter wonder. Grab your friends, sip on some cocktails, and explore our hands-on exhibits — after hours. Dress up in your most lit attire, while dancing to house music from @ramiro_uniting_souls. FOR ADULTS 21+ ONLY. Use promo code “AfterDark” at checkout to get a third ticket for 50% off. Click 🔗 in bio to get tickets.

Ever wondered why most orange cats are male? Geneticists have cracked the code! 🧬😺 The vibrant orange fur is linked to the X chromosome, which explains why these fiery felines are often male. This fascinating discovery sheds light on the science behind cat coat colors and genetics. 🐾 Click 🔗 in bio to learn more about the genetic quirks of our furry friends.

A rainy, brainy, day at the Pacific Science Center! 🧠🏙️ To celebrate the opening of the new #BrainyBodies exhibit, scientists from the @uofwa / Washington Research Foundation, @alleninstitute, and @stem_pals_uw hosted “Meet the Scientist” activity booths where kids could build neurons, feel 3D printed brains based off MRI scans, play an animal brain game, and ask neuroscientists any questions they wanted! The event started with a members only preview with cute and delicious mini cheesecakes and coffee to fuel a day of brain exploration! ☕️💪🏼🧠 Did I almost get carried away by the wind ? Yup! Was it a great day of teaching and learning for kids and adults alike (with rainbows at the end?!?) Yess!! 🌈🧠 I only showed a small snippet of the exhibit here (no spoilers!!) so be sure to check out the #BrainyBodies Exhibit (and honestly all the other really cool stuff) happening right now at @pacsci !!

A 35,000-Year-Old Time Capsule! 🧊 Scientists in Siberia have uncovered a 35,000-year-old frozen kitten, preserved so well that its fur, whiskers, and claws remain intact. This incredible discovery offers a glimpse into the Ice Age and could provide valuable insights into the ancient world. Click 🔗 in bio to learn more about this fascinating find.

Our new #BrainyBodies exhibit is officially open to the public! 🧠✨ A heartfelt thank you to the @alleninstitute, @stem_pals_uw, and faculty fellows from the Quantitative Imaging for Learning, Language, & Speech (QuILLS) Lab at UW for helping us bring neuroscience to life at @PacSci last weekend. It was truly inspiring to see scientists engaging with curious minds of all ages, sparking conversations about the incredible complexities of the brain. We’re thrilled to have partnered with these amazing organizations to celebrate the opening of Brainy Bodies—a hands-on exhibit that explores the wonders of the human brain. Your enthusiasm and dedication make events like this possible. Thank you for helping us share the marvels of neuroscience with our community! 🧠✨

A Heartwarming Return to the Salish Sea! 🐋 The North Puget Sound gray whale, known as Little Patch, has made an early return to the Salish Sea, alongside several other marine visitors! These majestic animals play a vital role in the ecosystem and captivate locals and scientists alike. Click 🔗 in bio and discover how these whales impact marine life in Puget Sound. 🌊 Have you spotted any gray whales this season? Let us know in the comments!

✨ Chasing the Northern Lights in Washington? ✨ The beauty of the aurora borealis is often elusive, but with the right tools, you can predict when this natural magic will appear. The advanced Aurora Forecast Tool tracks geomagnetic activity and pinpoints the best viewing opportunities across Washington state. It uses data from NOAA, the Australian Bureau of Meteorology, and the U.S. Air Force to deliver accurate forecasts. 🔭 Click 🔗 in bio to access this helpful tool.

Tomorrow's the big day! 🧠🤸‍♂️ Get ready to explore the fascinating connection between mind and body at our new exhibit, Brainy Bodies, opening tomorrow, Dec 14. This bilingual exhibit offers engaging, hands-on interactives in both English and Spanish, inviting everyone to dive into the world of the nervous, muscular, and sensory systems. Discover how we move, perceive, and experience the world around us like never before. Included in general admission. Click 🔗 in bio to plan your visit and be among the first to experience this exciting exhibit.

✨ @PacSci Opening Doors for Future Scientists 🔬 Our Science on Wheels and Digital Discovery programs are more than outreach—they’re gateways to discovery. As King County Councilmember Claudia Balducci said: “PacSci goes far and above providing scientific education. They give each visitor a key to explore both the world and their own curiosity, opening doors to learning, growth, and the future.” Thanks to the transformative Doors Open levy, we’re bringing hands-on STEM experiences to communities most affected by inequities, ensuring that youth in King County have access to life-changing opportunities for exploration and growth. Click 🔗 in bio to learn more about our impact.

There’s nothing quite like the magic of the holiday season here at @seattlecenter ❄️ Whether you’re marveling at our arches, staying warm inside our Tropical Butterfly House, or getting immersed inside our IMAX movies theaters, @PacSci is the perfect destination for your holiday adventures.

~CONTEST CLOSED ~ Deck the halls with boughs of GIVEAWAYS 📣😍 We’ve got 4 PACSCI tickets + 4 MARKET tickets for 4 lucky winners! Woo! 🍀🎄 You know the drill! ⛄️ FOLLOW both @seattlechristmas & @pacsci ⛄️ TAG your pals! ⛄️ SHARE to your stories! Our friends at PACSCI are also offering a discount for you - use code PACSCISCM10 for 10% off on tickets 🔭 Giveaway closes Dec 15 at 11 AM! The winner will be contacted by DM from the @seattlechristmas account. This giveaway is not endorsed by Meta.