OMSI Science Pubs at Kennedy School and the Museum

Photo by Samuel Sweet

Bring your appetite for food, drinks and knowledge to OMSI Science Pubs. These events invite people of all ages to learn about an interesting science topic in a friendly, fun environment. 

OMSI Science Pubs are monthly events that celebrate the marvel of science with food and drinks. Some of the science pub topics focus on what’s happening right here in Oregon, while others take you around the world to explore the many wonders of our planet.

Here’s the information on topics, dates and tickets:

OMSI Science Pubs

Events are held at McMenamins Kennedy School and OMSI.

At Kennedy School, you can get dinner, snacks and drinks throughout the presentation. Options range from pizza to burgers to popcorn and candy. And don’t forget the cajun tots. 

The Theory Restaurant serves specialty pizzas, bright salads, seasonal soups and sweet treats. 

Tickets

Tickets are a $5 donation to OMSI per person. Advance tickets are recommended. There will be a limited number of tickets available at the check-in table. Tickets at the door are first come, first served.

If you are unable to join in person, you can watch on Zoom. You’ll need to register at a special link at each event page.

Upcoming Topics and Dates

The Legacy of Black Excellence in Veterinary Medicine

McMenamins Kennedy School

Beginning with the establishment of the first veterinary school in France, veterinary medicine traces its origin to the 18th century. Today, African Americans represent only 2.2% of veterinarians.

This talk highlights Black excellence in veterinary medicine, from the first African American women to earn veterinary degrees to modern entrepreneurs featured on Animal Planet.

This talk is given by Dr. Haley Beamon, who was born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee and earned her doctorate of veterinary Medicine from Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Beamon works as a mobile mixed animal veterinarian in Portland.

This science pub is Tuesday, February 18, from 7-9 p.m. at McMenamins Kennedy School. Doors open at 6 p.m. Get tickets for this science pub. 

The Microplastics In & Around Us

OMSI

Dr. Elise Granek discusses our current knowledge about microplastics in the environment, as well as in our food and bodies. This talk covers how microplastics affect organisms, and how they could possibly be affecting humans. Dr. Granek also discusses strategies to reduce microplastics entering our environment and our food web.

Dr. Elise Granek runs the Applied Coastal Ecology lab at Portland State University’s Department of Environmental Science and Management.

This science pub is Tuesday, March 4, from 7-9 p.m. at OMSI. Doors open at 6 p.m. Get tickets for this science pub. 

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