NI Science Festival rolls into Strabane

NEXT month the NI Science Festival returns to the Strabane area as it celebrates a decade of exploration and discovery.

From Thursday, February 15 until Sunday, February 25, the festival’s largest ever programme of archaeologists, environmentalists, psychologists, neuroscientists and much more come together to celebrate all things science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM).

Over 300 events are planned across Northern Ireland covering everything from the natural world, our planet, and the vast expanse of space to technology, engineering, the mind and body, food and much more.

On Thursday, February 15 ‘Print and Pictures’ in the Alley Theatre invites audiences to explore Strabane’s unparalleled photography and printing heritage in an exhibition that features iconic images from AJ Welch to Herbert Cooper, alongside rare artefacts and historical printing equipment that celebrates the town’s pivotal role in Ireland’s cultural legacy.

On February 18 and 25 the Gray’s Printing Press event invites you take a step back in time and discover a treasure trove of ink, galleys and presses hidden behind an 18th-century shop front in the heart of Strabane.

Commenting on the launch of this year’s festival, its director, Sarah Jones, said, “We are very excited to be celebrating our tenth anniversary with a fantastic programme of events for the young and old. This year’s festival not only showcases the marvels of science but also explores its connections with arts and culture and beyond.

“As ever, our festival extends right across Northern Ireland and for the first time even crosses borders. For ten years we have spread the joy of science, sparked fascination with technology, engineering and maths and facilitated thought-provoking discussions regarding the arts – we look forward to building upon this not only this year but for many more to come.”

For more information about events and bookings, visit nisciencefestival.com