DRI Special Events

DRI Special Events

DRI hosts a variety of events each year including lectures, community open houses, and our signature events such as Science Distilled in Reno and DRI Science at The Springs which launched April 2023 at The Springs Preserve in Las Vegas. Learn more about our signature events below.

Science Distilled

Science Distilled, a lecture series organized in partnership with the Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum, features emerging research on current topics in an engaging presentation style and provides an opportunity for audience interactions with scientists.

DRI Science at the Springs

DRI Science at the Springs is a multimedia, science storytelling series that explores environmental research, personal narratives, and climate solutions. Launched in April 2023, DRI Science at The Springs is organized and hosted by DRI and the Springs Preserve. The engaging presentation style provides an opportunity for audience interaction with leading scientists.

Drive-In For Science

Drive in, sit back, and get ready to watch a scientific film on the BIG screen for Drive-In for Science! Join DRI, The Discovery and PBS Reno for the second annual Drive-in for Science, your chance to watch an amazing science documentary at the nostalgic El Rancho Drive-in in Sparks. Don’t forget the popcorn and Red Vines!

May the Science Be with You

DRI in partnership with the Atomic Museum invite families to attend its free “May the Science Be with You” community science celebration event.

Upcoming Events

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