Posted: March 15, 2018

Question Your World: Is Richmond Getting Warmer?

As the global climate changes, scientists are becoming more and more interested in how this will impact our day-to-day lives. We've heard about the distant polar bears and ice sheets, but what about right here at home?

Question Your World: Is Richmond Getting Warmer?
Posted: November 17, 2017

Question Your World: Happy Locally Sourced Thanksgiving, Virginia!

On Thursday, millions of Americans will gather around dinner tables for the big Thanksgiving meal. The giant festive feast is the centerpiece of this holiday, so let’s take a look at Thanksgiving foods through the lens of science.

Question Your World: Happy Locally Sourced Thanksgiving, Virginia!
Posted: October 19, 2017

Question Your World: What Makes the New Virginia Facebook Data Center So Cool?

In a cool turn of events, Facebook “liked” us! The social media giant just announced it will be building its newest state-of-the-art data center in Virginia! Data centers require a lot of energy, but Facebook has some cutting-edge plans.

Question Your World: What Makes the New Virginia Facebook Data Center So Cool?
Posted: September 29, 2017

Check Out Our New Weather Station!

The Museum just installed Richmond’s newest piece of equipment capable of making observations of the area’s weather – and it’s already broadcasting the data over the internet for us all to observe!

Check Out Our New Weather Station!
Posted: May 31, 2017

Question Your World: How Can We Make Virginia More Resilient?

The Norfolk area of Virginia has been in the spotlight for some time now. Our coastal areas have been making news because they are experiencing the fastest sea level rise on the East coast.

Question Your World: How Can We Make Virginia More Resilient?