PORTLAND, Ore. – Since 2008, the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) has hosted an after-hours experience for the 21+ crowd. Held monthly, each event highlights the science and ideas behind a specific theme, with interactive science demonstrations, local educational organizations, performance arts, and food and drink tastings. Past themes have featured Animation, Oceans, Oktoberfest. 

At OMSI After Dark: Winter Ale Fest on February 26, guests can explore the museum while sampling a variety of beers from 20 local breweries. Scientific demonstrations will show how to use light to identify different types of beers and what happens when a 40 oz. beer is infused with ultrasonic sound waves. Additionally, there will be live performances by The Coffers, A-WOL Dance Collective, and World Champion of Magic Jason Latimer.

WHAT: OMSI After Dark: Winter Ale Fest

WHEN: February 26, 6–10pm

WHERE: The event takes place in all the major halls and areas within OMSI.

CONTACT: Media interested in reporting on or attending the event can contact John Farmer: jfarmer@omsi.edu, 503.797.4517. 

About OMSI
Founded in 1944, the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) is one of the nation’s leading science museums, a world-class tourist attraction, and an award-winning educational resource for the kid in each of us. OMSI operates the largest museum-based outdoor science education program in the country and provides traveling and community outreach programs that bring science learning opportunities to schools and community organizations in nearly every county in Oregon. OMSI is located at 1945 SE Water Avenue, Portland, OR 97214. For general information, call 503.797.4000 or visit omsi.edu.