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Physics and Astronomy Demo Day

Ever wanted to make ice cream using liquid nitrogen, or see how massive objects warp the fabric of space? You don’t want to miss Physics and Astronomy Demo Day on Saturday, May 9, 2026!

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About the Event

This event will take place on Saturday, May 9, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM on the Ground Floor of White Hall. All ages are welcome to attend!

Topics

  • Astronomy and Astrophysics
  • Electricity and Magnetism
  • Mechanics
  • Optics
  • Thermodynamics

A wide variety of physics and astronomy demonstrations will be presented and explained to visitors. Several of the demos are interactive and include a wide range of topics. There will also be a station to make ice cream using liquid nitrogen! The event is hosted by the WVU Department of Physics and Astronomy and the WVU Physics and Astronomy Graduate Student Organization (PAGSO)

Admission is free! Attendees are welcome to drop-in any time between 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM during the event. View gallery of previous WVU Physics and Astronomy Demo Days.

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Planning Your Visit

  • White Hall is located on the Downtown Campus of West Virginia University at 135 Willey Street in Morgantown, WV. The event will be hosted on the building's ground floor, located directly across the street from the Lutheran Campus Ministry along University Avenue.
  • For information about parking on the WVU Downtown Campus, visit WVU Transportation & Parking or the Morgantown Parking Authority.
  • For the purpose of creating promotional materials and maintaining event archives, photographers will be present. Please be advised that photographs will be taken, with the primary subject being the demonstrations.
  • Please be aware there may be some loud or bright demonstrations that could be overwhelming for those with sensory sensitivities.