Plankton Painting
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MIT Museum
Join us for an experimental photography workshop where we'll create "paintings" of local plankton.
Sign-up Information
- Ages: 13 to Adults.
Please note that though this workshop is open to all ages, it is geared for ages 13 and up.
No application or registration needed.
Cost
Free with museum admission
- Free for some residents
Location
- In-person only.
314 Main Street
Building E-28
Cambridge, MA 02142
Maraykanka
Dates and Times
Saturday, July 12 11AM – 12:30PM
Additional information
Using high-powered microscopes and chrono-photography, capture photos of the trails created by these microscopic creatures with local artist and scientist Jess Holz. Learn about microscopic pond life while getting a fascinating glimpse into their dynamic behavior, such as the helical paths of flagellates and the water currents generated by rotifers as they feed.
Please note that though this workshop is open to all ages, it is geared for ages 13 and up. Space and materials are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Saturday, July 12
11am - 12:30pm
Free with museum admission
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Last updated June 3, 2025.
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