Science museum plans overnight ‘Star Wars’ camp

Fans of lightsabers, Luke Skywalker, Rey and the rest of the “Star Wars” universe will come together at 7 p.m. Dec. 8 at Science Museum Oklahoma for the museum’s Star Wars Science Overnight — just in time for the release of “Star Wars: The Last Jedi.”

Developed by the museum’s educators, the evening of “Star Wars” science will explore both the forces of earth and of the Star Wars universe.

“During SMO’s Star Wars Science Overnight, we’ll investigate the physics of spaceships and light sabers, the science of carbonite and cryogenics, how today’s robotics compare to astromech droids like R2-D2, and beyond,” said Kirsten Therkelson, museum educator and overnight specialist for Science Museum Oklahoma.

In addition to special activities like making miniature light sabers and experimenting with Force lightning, the evening will include guests from Oklahoma City’s JediOKC, the state’s largest “Star Wars” fan club, dressed as fan-favorite characters from the “Star Wars” universe. Also included will be access to the museum’s regular exhibits, Kirkpatrick Planetarium and Science Live shows, and a light breakfast on Saturday morning.

Check-in begins at 6 p.m. Dec. 8, and all guests must depart the museum by 7:30 a.m. Dec 9. All events take place at the museum, 2020 Remington Place.

The cost is $35 per participant for museum members, $45 per participant for nonmembers and $25 for each nonparticipating adult. Nonparticipating attendees are those who chaperone groups but do not take part in any of the activities.

All children must be accompanied by a parent, guardian or chaperone, and one adult is required for every six children in attendance. For more information or to register, go to www.sciencemuseumok.org/overnights, or call 602-3760. Registration will close Dec. 6.