International Science Weekend with the Flagman
October 1st is International Vexillology Day – the study of flags. To mark the day, our communicator Frederic Lindboe, also known as the Flag Man, has put together a fun program filled with exciting activities for the whole family!
Date : September 28 and 29
Time: 11 – 15
Price: 100 NOK per child including one adult. Additional adult ticket costs 100 NOK. Free for children under 3 years.
We offer free tickets to the Science Festival for families in difficult socio-economic situations.
Please send an email to skole@vitenparken.no to receive free tickets.
Age: Best suited for children aged 5 and up.
The study of flags provides us with an exciting opportunity to explore the identity, history and values of nations through their symbols. The flag bearer, Frederic Lindboe, will guide us through an educational and entertaining program, where both young and old can learn about the meaning of flags in a fun and engaging way. With activities that inspire both curiosity and reflection, we will explore why flags are important in history, culture, art and design, diplomacy, social awareness and global communication.
In addition to flag studies, we will also delve into the world of technology through micro:bit projects, make pancakes shaped like flags using a robot, and test our knowledge of geography.
Frederic, also known as Forsker-Frederic , has many talents and a great passion for vexillology (the study of flags). He has designed his own flag and the official flag of the Forest Finns , together with his wife Bettina. He was also recently interviewed on the podcast 198 land with Einar Tørnquist to talk about “ Flag Day.”
This is a weekend perfect for the whole family – don't miss this fun and educational experience!
Program:
– Bit:Bot International Grand Prix
Choose a country to represent, attach a flag and race on our brand new puzzle race track. There will be time for both free driving and racing several times a day.
– Micro:bit orientation
Learn to read maps with orientation around Vitenparken in Norway's finest campus. Along the way, you will discover a solution flag appearing on your micro:bit
– The Flagman's Flag Collection
Can you figure out where all the flags are from?
– Flag drawing station
Here you can color the flags of the world and even design your own flag for yourself, your family or your club.
– Quizzes
What language is spoken here? Even if you don't understand the language, it's possible to guess what language is spoken. There will be aids for the youngest and the oldest can try their hand at "hard mode".
– Land tactility
We've laser-cut out country borders. Can you guess which country it is blindfolded?
– Pancake robot
Our robot makes pancakes and you decorate it with accessories like a flag
In addition to the Science Weekend with the Flagman, visitors can explore our Earth Sense exhibition, with the fun interactive activity EarthSpa!
And of course you can enjoy yourself in the café with delicious pastries, hot drinks and sandwiches, as well as sausages, waffles and toast for the kids!
Address: Høgskoleveien 1, 1433, Ås
Parking information: Parking on Campus
End date
09/29/2024
