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 primarily held at McMenamins Kennedy School and OMSI with additional locations during certain months. 

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 $8 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

50 Years of Paleontology at John Day

McMenamins Kennedy School

Bringing one of Oregon’s great national parks to you, learn about the incredible paleontological history preserved and studied at John Day Fossil Beds National Monument from its chief paleontologist Nick Famoso. 

This science pub is Tuesday, May 19, from 7-9 p.m. at McMenamins Kennedy School. Doors open at 6 p.m. Get tickets for this science pub. 

Sea Otters: Restoring A Missing Keystone Species

McMenamins Mission Theater

Marine biologist Chanel Hason explores how sea otters function as keystone predators, the cascading ecological benefits they bring to kelp forests and estuaries, and what restoration could mean for Oregon’s biodiversity, fisheries, and coastal resilience.

This science pub is Tuesday, June 2, from 7-9 p.m. at McMenamins Mission Theater. Doors open at 6 p.m. Get tickets for this science pub. 

The Chromatic Mind

McMenamins Kennedy School

Professor Christopher Michlig takes a chromatic tour through history, culture, psychology and color theory. Each color becomes a lens for examining how symbolism, emotion, and meaning have evolved through works of art and literature, film and fashion, product design and trend forecasting, and politics and pop culture.

This science pub is Tuesday, June 16, from 7-9 p.m. at McMenamins Kennedy School. Doors open at 6 p.m. Get tickets for this science pub. 

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