

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Science Matters Matter Mania
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Investigate the Matter That Makes Up Our World and the Universe! 

Dive into the science of solids, liquids, and gases through hands-on exploration stations located throughout the Science Center, including the fascinating world of non-Newtonian fluids!

Enjoy exciting planetarium shows that uncover the “stuff” of our world and beyond and expand your understanding of the universe we call home.

Planetarium Show Schedule

• 11:00 AM – Molecularium: Riding Snowflakes
• 2:30 PM – Molecularium: Riding Snowflakes
• 3:30 PM – The Incredible Sun


Special Guest Speaker- Mx. Elise O. Weaver MS

Join Mx. Elise O. Weaver MS, Appalachian State University’s Director of Undergraduate Astronomy Labs, for an engaging conversation about dark matter and why researching this cosmic mystery matters to us all.

Location: Millholland Planetarium
Time: 1 PM
Seating is limited to 65 and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Recommended for adults and astronomy enthusiasts.

Special activities are included with Science Center admission!

CSC Admission:
$16+tax for adults
$14+tax for seniors, military members, college students, &amp; youth ages 3-18
CSC members &amp; youth ages 2-under are free.
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- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 97

## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Hickory
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 243 3rd Ave NE, Hickory, NC, United States, North Carolina 28601
- **lat**: 35.73611
- **long**: -81.33402
- **full address**: 243 3rd Ave NE, Hickory, NC, United States, North Carolina 28601

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- **organizer**: Catawba Science Center (https://allevents.in/org/catawba-science-center/21754343)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am (-04:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 243 3rd Ave NE, Hickory, NC, United States, North Carolina 28601
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Catawba Science Center
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** trips-adventures
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Science Matters Matter Mania ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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