Never stop learning.
Join us for Science Happy Hour with a TWIST as we watch the breathtaking documentary premiere of Crest Alta! A journey to Alaska, Iceland, Chile and Peru to document glaciological research expeditions and sustainability. The Cresta Alta Film Tour is engaging audiences throughout the US with arts councils, colleges, high schools and museums at events produced by The Risan Project. The 2025 tour features Risan Media's expedition-based climate change documentary film titled, Cresta Alta, that chronicles a journey to Alaska, Iceland, Chile and Peru to document glaciological research expeditions and sustainability. The screenings are followed by a discussion/Q&A with producer and director, Todd Anders Johnson.
Todd Anders Johnson is a multi-media producer, performer, educator, and snowboard mountaineer. Through Risan Brands, he blends his passions for the environment, arts, cannabis, and outdoor recreation. Risan Media produces cinematic content, including projects for Snoop Dogg’s MERRY JANE and Leafly, and documents sustainability and climate change through glaciological expeditions. His band, Salem, performs socially-conscious music at snow sports events. Risan Project creates multi-media events for the outdoor, environmental, and cannabis sectors. Boureas, his jazz group, performs at arts events and conventions. Todd also leads Risan Studies educational programs and consults for cannabis brands. He now lives in Colorado’s mountains with his family.
Wednesday, April 16th
Doors open at 5:30 PM for Happy Hour drinks
Talk begins at 6PM
Tickets are FREE for membership and $10 for non-members
Happy hours may be virtual or in person.
In person Science Happy Hours include drinks and features a dynamic presentation at the Museum at Prairiefire by an expert in a particular STEAM field such as paleontology, arts and sciences, medicine and astronomy.
Virtual Science Happy Hour features a dynamic ZOOM presentation by an expert in a particular STEAM field such as paleontology, arts and sciences, medicine and astronomy.
QUARTERLY ON WEDNESDAY
Cinema + Science
Enjoy special movie screenings with an engaging panel discussion afterwards.
Light snacks and beverages accompany the panel presentation followed by a meet and greet with scientists and field experts.
$10 GENERAL ADMISSION
FREE FOR MEMBERS
Animal Encounters
Join us at Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays to get an up close look at some of the animals in our Discovery Room!
Each animal encounter lasts approximately 15 minutes and is included in the price of admission.
Please visit our “Animal Encounters” page for exact time and animals.