Coastal Frequencies – Saturday Science Sparks

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center
Saturday Science Sparks: Coastal Frequencies
July 25 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Coastal Frequencies: Explore the underwater sonic ecology of North Carolina’s coast!
What does it sound like under the ocean? On Saturday, July 25, join artist Madeleine Popkin in a special Saturday Sparks exploration of underwater sounds recorded off the coast of Beaufort, North Carolina! Madeleine will pair her paintings with visitor listening stations featuring recordings by marine bioacoustics researcher Dr. Shannon Brown. An ambient soundscape, composed of underwater recordings from North Carolina’s coast, will immerse you in a watery world.

You can meet Madeleine in the Gateway Gallery from 1 to 4 p.m. as she presents her project and the power of combining art and science.

All ages welcome. This special program is included in admission.

This project is supported by the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.

MORE is happening at Morehead this year
New for 2026, Saturday Science Sparks offers Morehead guests a closer encounter with current science. Covering topics like astronomy, the physics of juggling, and computer science, this program collaborates with community partners and academic clubs, bringing you up-close experiences in the exciting world of STEAM. Saturday Science Sparks is open to the public and included in admission.

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center
250 E Franklin St
Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27516
United States
919.962.1236