Farm Tech
Farm Tech shows you the science and technology helping to raise the world's food and keep up with a growing demand.
Science Storms
It isn't every day you get to step into a tornado. (Except any day at Griffin MSI.)
Understand the science of weather phenomena
Reconnect with your sense of wonder in Science Storms. This permanent exhibit collects forces of nature under one roof, letting you observe and experiment with seven natural phenomena: lightning, fire, tornados, avalanches, tsunamis, sunlight and atoms in motion. You'll learn core concepts of chemistry and physics while controlling a 40-foot tornado, seeing 1.5 million volts of electricity strike or creating a tsunami.
What to expect
Curiosity is the original renewable energy source. Tap into yours with these large-scale explorations of nature's wonder. What happens when you mix together three random elements from the periodic table? What angle is best for launching a tennis ball the furthest? These and many other burning (and crackling and gusting and soaring) questions are here for you to ask and Science Storms will help you uncover the answers.
In-exhibit activities
Learn about the forces that can act on an object through tactile interactives. Spin the avalanche disk, explore Newton’s Laws and experiment with force chains to learn about gravity and more.
Acknowledgments
Brought to you through the generosity of The Allstate Corporation, The Allstate Foundation and The Grainger Foundation. Additional major funding provided by the U.S. Department of Energy.
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