Plates in Motion

Science On a Sphere experience
Immerse your students into an engaging experience utilizing 3-D data visualization on the Science on a Sphere Theater’s 5-foot sphere. Explore earthquakes, volcanoes and sea-floor structures to evaluate the theory of past plate motions.
In-person capacity may be limited in compliance with public health guidelines in effect on the day of your visit.
Subjects: Earth Science
Program Type: Science on a Sphere
NYS Standards:
- 4-ESS2-2. Analyze and interpret data from maps to describe patterns of Earth’s features.
- MS-ESS2-2. Construct an explanation based on evidence for how geoscience processes have changed Earth’s surface at varying temporal and spatial scales.
- MS-ESS2-3. Analyze and interpret data on the distribution of fossils and rocks, continental shapes, and seafloor structures to provide evidence of the past plate motions.
Where is it?
Museum & Science Center
When is it?
Days Available: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Start Date: 09/20/2021
End Date: 06/24/2022
Program Length: 50 min.
Earliest Start Time: 10am
Who Should Attend?
Grades: 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade
Minimum Attendence: 8
Maximum Attendence: 30
How Much Does It Cost?
- Museum Group Admission: $8 per person; PLUS: $5 additional per person program charge; 1 free adult with every 5 students; RMSC Member Adults free
- In-Person Lunch Fee: $25 per classroom needed, students required to bring bag lunch
Minimum Student Charge: 15 students
How To Book?
Call: 585.697.1942
Reservation Lead Time: At least 3 weeks
Need More Information?
Name: Guest Services
Phone: 585.697.1942