About this Event
Join us at Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum for the 13th annual Black STEAM showcase and family learning day to celebrate Black brilliance in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics!
With a focus on 'Cities' the event will include engaging workshops, interactive activites and thought-provoking talks led by mathematicians, scientist's, engineers, artists, and storytellers making a difference in Birmingham and beyond.
https://www.blastfest.org.uk
Made possible by our in-kind venue sponsor; Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum, Black STEAM contributors, BLAST partners, volunteers and members.
Agenda
🕑: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Black STEAM Marketplace - various hands-on family activities across the museum
🕑: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Get Creative with Ben!
Host: Ben Pinnock
Info: Ben Pinnock is a creative designer, illustrator and director of The21 Pirates. His love for art & design began at an early age and his work stems from ideas that combine his passion for films, Science, Animation, Sci-Fi, Comics, and 50's to 80's culture. His creations range from concept art, animation, creative ads, pre-visualization, and illustration to packaging design. His clients include the BBC, Sky Sports and Selfridges to name a few!
🕑: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Meet a Materials Scientist!
Host: Dr Pearl Agyakwa
Info: take part in playful engineering activities with Dr Pearl Agyakwa
🕑: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Learn and Play: Virtual Reality (VR) Headset STEM Experience with Jay Scott
Host: Jay Scott
Info: With a mission is to make immersive learning accessible for young people and adults, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds, Jay delivers deliver cutting-edge Virtual Reality (VR) workshops and training, designed to engage, inspire, and empower communities. Neuroflow C.I.C is a Community Interest Company based in Coventry.
🕑: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Discover the Wonders of Trees with Birmingham Tree People
Host: Tonia Clarke
Info: Birmingham TreePeople is the city’s tree charity. It has three staff who work with local communities to plant and care for trees. Volunteers undertake citizen science projects and promote trees by attending events and running training sessions
🕑: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Step into the Moonlight Classroom with Natty, from the African School!
Host: Natty Mark Samuels
🕑: 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Black STEAM Showcase of Talks, music and dance performance
Info: Joins for our signature autobiographical showcase of STEM storytelling from the stage! Accompanied by live band, quizzes and games. Taking place in the Theatre on the second floor
🕑: 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Live Band and Soulful Line-dancing Performance with PJ & Co.
🕑: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
After Showcase Networking
Event venue & nearby stays
Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum, Curzon Street, Birmingham, United Kingdom
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