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The Montshire Museum of Science forges and empowers lifelong learners through engagement with science.

The Montshire Museum of Science is an interactive science center in Norwich, Vermont, with more than 150 hands-on exhibits relating to the natural and physical sciences, ecology, and technology. Outdoors, visitors can explore nature trails and exhibits on wind, water, and sound in David Goudy Science Park. Visiting exhibitions, educational programs, and special events are offered throughout the year.

The Montshire Museum of Science is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that is supported by admission, membership, grants, and charitable contributions.

Apr

2012

Montshire Museum Hosts Annual Egg Drop Challenge

The challenge, should you accept it: design a container that will protect an egg when it's dropped off the Montshire balcony.
Previous events have produced great achievements in creative engineering and design. Some containers use materials such as paper, packing “peanuts,” bubble wrap or balloons to cushion the fall, while others suspend the egg in a container, or involve an intricate parachute arrangement. This year's entries are expected to be even more egg-citing!
Make a container at home, or build one at the Museum the day of the event from noon-2 p.m. Then, from 2-4 p.m., it's “eggs away” as you launch your egg in it's container at an official “drop site.”
Originality and creativity are appreciated, but designs may not include liquids, lighter-than-air gases, or glass. Please keep the container smaller than one foot on all sides, with total weight under 1 pound.
Mixing raw eggs and gravity usually means one big mess—but not always. Join us for this special event that's full of anticipation and surprises.