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Dark Matters: Science is Dope

Thursday, May 22, 2025
6:30pm to 10:00pm

TELUS World of Science - Edmonton
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Ages 18+
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22

Trip out on science—DARK MATTERS: Science is Dope hits May 22!

Step into the haze of history, chemistry, and culture as you explore the science of substances that alter minds, and shape societies. From ancient medicinal plants to modern pharmaceuticals, from vices to breakthroughs—this science hits different.

  • Cures & Cravings - Get the inside scoop on the molecules that can mess (or mend) your mind.
  • Botany Buzz - From cannabis to psychedelics, explore the plants that shape human highs.
  • The Vice Files - Alcohol, caffeine, and the addictive science behind our favorite vices.
  • Your Brain on Drugs - Step into the wild world of neuroscience, hallucinations, and mind-bending altered states.
  • No Kids, All Curiosity - It's time for the adults to come out and play! Dive into hands-on science activities and explore the galleries, no kids allowed!

TELUS World of Science - Edmonton

11211 142 Street NW
Edmonton, AB, T5M 4A1


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