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Science Week Day 6, Friday November 17: Our top picks

An octant from around 1854 on display at the National Science Museum
An octant from around 1854 on display at the National Science Museum

From archaeology to antiquated scientific objects, there's a lot to be learned on the sixth day of Science Week.

1. Bone Investigators, Kerry County Museum
4pm to 5pm

In this family-friendly event, museum archaeologist Niamh Carton will explore the science of archaeology and explain how we can use it to understand what people of the past were like and how they lived – through digging up artefacts, dating methods and even examining bugs under a microscope. Booking is essential for this event, which is suitable for all ages. 

Learn carbon-dating techniques at Kerry County Museum

2. National Science Museum, St Patrick's College Maynooth
6pm to 8pm

The National Science Museum at St Patrick's College Maynooth has one of the finest collections of historic scientific instruments in the country. Objects on display include those of Nicholas Callan, who invented the  induction coil in 1845, and one of two the death masks of Daniel O'Connell, the great orator. Admission to this museum is free, and it is suitable for all ages.

3. The last episode of Weather Live, RTÉ One
7pm to 8pm

From the studio hub in the National Botanic Gardens, Dublin, Kathyrn Thomas presents the final episode of Weather Live, the landmark show focusing on what makes the Irish climate so unique. The contributors to this family-friendly show will sort fact from fiction and aim to uncover how weather affects people's everyday lives.  

If you've missed any of Weather Live catch it here on the RTÉ Player

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