NOAA will open its Silver Spring, Maryland campus to the public for a series of free activities, including scientific presentations, interactive exhibits and hands-on activities. Meet and talk with scientists, weather forecasters, hurricane hunter pilots, and others, who work to understand our environment, protect life and property, and conserve and protect natural resources. A full list of activities can be found at http://noaa.gov/openhouse.
WHAT:
NOAA open house
WHEN:
Saturday, Feb. 6, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., registration opens at 8:30 a.m.
WHERE:
1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, Maryland (Metro: Red line to Silver Spring)
A government-issued photo ID is required for adults.
MEDIA AVAILABILITY:
The day before the Open House, on Friday, Feb. 5, NOAA’s mascots, Owlie Skywarn and Sanctuary Sam, and NOAA staff will be available for interviews and photos/videos between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Please contact Keeley Belva (phone and email below) to attend or for further information.
Contact
Keeley Belva
240-533-0940