Haunted Science Laboratory Opens to the Public on Sat., Oct. 26, from 4 to 9 p.m.

Idaho State University Department of Physics and Kiwanis Club of Pocatello’s Haunted Science Laboratory will be open to the public on Saturday, October 26, from 4 to 9 p.m. at the Bannock County Event Center, Commercial Building B, just north of the Pocatello Downs Grandstand. The Haunted Science Lab features a Van DeGraaf generator, lasers, and multiple educational and interactive science activities designed to delight, fright, and educate kids of all ages. Some exhibits use the same principles as Disneyland’s Haunted Science Mansion, except they are explained. 

“This will be a great opportunity to sneak some science into one of the most popular holiday seasons,” said Steve Shropshire, professor of physics. “It will be fun for the whole family, with no scary stuff, but lots of cool spooky science."

The cost to attend is $5 per person or $10 per family (limit 6), and cash only. All proceeds from the event go toward Kiwanis-supported charities that benefit children in Southeast Idaho.

For over a decade, Idaho State’s Department of Physics and the Kiwanis Club of Pocatello have hosted the Haunted Science Laboratory as a free field trip for local schools prior to opening to the public. Last year, more than 1,500 students, ranging from 5th graders to seniors in high school, visited the Haunted Science Lab. 

If you have questions about the event, contact Jasmyne Jensen, ISU Department of Physics Administrative Assistant, at (208) 282-2350 or coseoutreach@isu.edu. 

More on ISU’s Department of Physics can be found at isu.edu/physics.