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Desktop Diaries: Neil deGrasse Tyson

Many of us spend more time at our desks than anywhere else. Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson takes us into his office at the Hayden Planetarium in New York City for a tour of his office, in the fourth of Science Friday's Desktop Diaries series. From a Saturn lamp Tyson made as a kid to his van Gogh pillow, Tyson has a lot of universe-themed paraphernalia. Tyson highlights some of his collection, and talks about what his journey to science stardom has been like.

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The Louisville Science Center provides a unique event venue. Rent the Riverview Room on the top floor, with its large windows overlooking the Ohio River. Or rent the Riverview Room plus the entire Science Center - with exhibits and IMAX® films - for a truly special event.

Corporate options are also available.

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Walk Like an Egyptian: Explore the mysteries of ancient Egypt as you “meet” our mummy and learn how we discovered her name. Decode a secret message written in hieroglyphics, learn the science of the ancient pyramids and make a mummy of your own! This program includes exclusive time in our Discovery Gallery.

Build it Up: Discover your inner engineer as we build it up with K’Nex! Join us as we create cool structures and learn about gears, pulleys and bridges. This program includes exclusive time at our K’Nex table in the World We Create exhibit.

Splash! - Learn about the wonders of water as we explore how this natural resource gets from the sky to your glass! Make a water bracelet, learn some water tricks and discover objects that sink and float. This program includes exclusive time at our Splash! water exhibit in our KidZone.

Little Scientists: Give your young Einstein his or her first lab experience as you play scientist with test tubes and beakers. Discover fun experiments firsthand as we investigate the states of matter, and concoct crazy chemistry reactions.

Space Cadet: Blast off to the Universe, its planets and the stars. Build and launch your own rocket, discover the surface of the moon and check out some authentic NASA artifacts. Learn to protect yourself from the perils of traveling in space.

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Exhibits

Discover the fun of the Louisville Science Center. You'll find all the major sciences brought to life with exciting, interactive exhibits that engage your hands, your mind and your imagination!

Kids, families, adults, grandparents, students ... there's something for everyone. See it all or explore one topic in depth. A full schedule of special events, temporary exhibits and IMAX® films means there's always something new.

Teachers

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FREE For One Night Only! | Friday, January 27 | 5:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Party like a rock star during this exclusive educator event. Rock out in GUITAR: The Instrument That Rocked The World and enjoy an exclusive screening of the IMAX film Tornado Alley. Then, get a back stage pass into the Science Center’s spring line-up of education programs. To RSVP, send an email or call 502 561.6100, ext. 6143.
Note: Free for teachers and their immediate families. Must present a valid school ID or pay stub.

New! Download the 2012 Teacher Poster for spring program information.

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Featured Program: Pulse of Surgery
Program support from Jewish Hospital & St. Mary’s HealthCare, Greater Louisville Medical Society and Medical Society Professional Services.

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Hotels in Louisville

What are the finest 5-star hotels in Louisville?

Booked.net recommends you more than 3 luxury options to stay in Louisville. 21C Museum Hotel Louisville with rating 8.4/10 is ready to offer Turkish steam bath, newspaper service and a Jacuzzi, as well as climate control and cable channels in luxurious and air-conditioned rooms.

What are the top family-friendly Louisville properties?

Based on 297 visitors' reviews, there are 17 kid-friendly deals to pick from. Baymont By Wyndham Louisville East (rating: 7.6/10) offers an outdoor swimming pool, cribs and a Jacuzzi. It's set 3.3 miles from Baptist Hospital East. Visitors can enjoy Japanese and Asian meals at Noodles & Company restaurant nearby. You also may like Ramada By Wyndham Louisville Expo Center rated 7.0/10 with prices from 194US$ per night. Visitors can enjoy climate control, cable channels and a work desk in air-conditioned and non-smoking rooms. All Louisville family hotels here

What are the top hotels next to Louisville airport?

30 Hotels with Louisville airport in proximity allow you to pick the best one. Located 1.1 miles from the airport, Red Roof Inn Louisville Expo Airport costs 64US$ per night and provides climate control, flat-screen TV and TV set in the rooms. Other suitable options in the area are Comfort Suites Airport, Four Points By Sheraton Louisville Airport and Rodeway Inn Louisville. All hotels near Louisville

What are the top boutique hotels in Louisville?

For those looking for a stylish accommodation in Louisville, you have 19 boutique deals to pick from. Louisville Marriott East rated 7.4/10 is a modern option recommended by Booked.net visitors at the cost of 146US$ per night. Providing a hot tub, an indoor pool and spa center, it's set 1.8 miles from Skyview Park. Another recommended property is Four Points By Sheraton Louisville Airport rated 7.4/10, which provides an indoor swimming pool, meals and shopping service on site. 21C Museum Hotel Louisville with rating 8.4/10: a 5-star property for 153US$ per night. See all boutique hotels in Louisville, United States of America

Which budget hotels in Louisville are the best?

Pick the best budget accommodation among 43 deals in Louisville. Featuring computers and a business center, Residence Inn By Marriott Louisville Airport with rating 8.4/10 can offer an pleasant stay at the cost of 97US$ per night. Also find out Hawthorn Suites By Wyndham Louisville East (rating: 8.0/10) with a fitness center, an indoor pool and a gym area. This 3-star hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool, free shuttle service and a Jacuzzi on site. These budget hotels are also good options: Holiday Inn Louisville East - Hurstbourne, An Ihg Hotel, Microtel Inn By Wyndham Louisville East and Breckinridge Inn. All cheap hotels in Louisville, United States of America

Which hotels in Louisville East district are the best?

Pick your perfect property among 33 hotels in Louisville East district. One of the finest options in Louisville East district is Residence Inn By Marriott Louisville East/Oxmoor for 173US$ per night, located 1.3 miles from mall st matthews Another top accommodation is Microtel Inn By Wyndham Louisville East at the cost of 63US$ per night, which can offer concierge service, cribs and a business center on site. Hilton Garden Inn Louisville East rated 7.2/10 is a property with welcoming and air-conditioned rooms offering climate control, cable channels and a couch. It also features room service, 24-hour front desk assistance and laundry facilities. Louisville East hotels here

Which Louisville hotels close to Louisville Slugger Museum & Bat Factory are the best?

You can stay at Homewood Suites By Hilton Louisville Downtown rated 7.4/10, a 3-star hotel, set a 10-minute walk from Louisville Slugger Museum & Bat Factory. It offers an indoor swimming pool, a business center and shopping service on site. You may also book Fairfield Inn & Suites Louisville Downtown with a rating 8.2/10 for about 153US$ per night. It's set 0.7 miles from the attraction and offers concierge service and express check-out. More hotels in Louisville near Louisville Slugger Museum & Bat Factory

Hotels in Corbin

Which hotels in Corbin are good for families?

According to 38 customers' reviews, there are 3 family deals to consider. Super 8 By Wyndham Corbin/London Ky (rating: 6.6/10): a family-hotel with a Jacuzzi, meeting rooms and laundry for 65US$ per night. You also may like Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Corbin, An Ihg Hotel rated 7.2/10 with prices from 112US$ per night. Customers can enjoy climate control, cable channels and a couch in non-smoking and comfortable rooms. All Corbin family hotels here

What are the top boutique hotels in Corbin?

One of the finest boutique hotels is Econo Lodge rated 7.6/10 at the cost of 72US$ per night.

What are the best budget hotels in Corbin?

More than 44 reviews of Booked.net customers will help you to select the best budget property in Corbin. Booked.net highly recommends Super 8 By Wyndham Corbin/London Ky rated 6.6/10 as one of the best budget Corbin properties because of its price (from 54US$ per night) and American cuisine in Sonny's BBQ restaurant. All cheap hotels in Corbin, United States of America

What are the best accommodations with easy access to Harland Sanders Cafe and Museum?

According to Booked.net travel data, customers love staying at Comfort Inn Corbin (rating: 8.2/10), which offers a tennis court, an outdoor swimming pool and an indoor swimming pool. It’s set a 15-minute walk from Harland Sanders Cafe and Museum. More hotels in Corbin near Harland Sanders Cafe and Museum

Hotels in Erlanger

Which hotels in Erlanger are good for families?

According to Booked.net travel data, there are 3 kid-friendly deals to pick from. Quality Inn & Suites Cvg Airport rated 7.6/10 for 80US$ per night is the top Erlanger option. It offers an outdoor swimming pool, a golf course and a business center, as well as shuttle service and airport transfer on site. Travelers can enjoy climate control, a couch and a work desk in air-conditioned and non-smoking rooms. You also can book Wingate Cincinnati Airport/Erlanger (rating: 9.2/10) for about 105US$ per night. This kid-friendly property offers an indoor swimming pool, a golf course and a business center on site.

What are the most popular boutique hotels in Erlanger?

One of the finest boutique hotels is Wingate Cincinnati Airport/Erlanger rated 9.2/10 at the cost of 105US$ per night.

Which budget hotels in Erlanger are the best?

More than 129 reviews of Booked.net travelers will help you to pick the best budget property in Erlanger. Red Roof Inn Cincinnati Airport-Florence/ Erlanger rated 7.2/10 is great for your budget stay in Erlanger. This property has a business center, restaurant and 24-hour reception. Another recommended hotel is Quality Inn & Suites Cvg Airport with rating 7.6/10 at the cost of 80US$ per night. It offers climate control, a couch and a work desk in the rooms.

Hotels in Bardstown

What are the top 5-star hotels in Bardstown?

The best one is Bourbon Manor Bed & Breakfast Inn rated 7.6/10 at the cost of 255US$ per night with a golf course, concierge service and board games.

Which hotels in Bardstown are good for families?

If you’re looking for a family hotel, you will find 3 deals in Bardstown. Surestay Hotel By Best Western Bardstown General Nelson (rating: 7.8/10): a family-hotel with an outdoor swimming pool, concierge service and a business center for 94US$ per night. You also can book Hampton Inn Bardstown (rating: 8.4/10) for about 120US$ per night. This kid-friendly property offers an indoor swimming pool, a golf course and a gym on site.

What are the most popular boutique hotels in Bardstown?

We recommend Hampton Inn Bardstown (rating: 8.4/10) as the best 3-star hotel 1.3 miles from the landmark. It provides express check-out, housekeeping service and laundry, as well as a fitness center, an indoor swimming pool and a gym area on site.

What are the best cheap hotels in Bardstown?

Pick the best budget accommodation among 6 deals in Bardstown. Old Kentucky Home Motel rated 7.0/10 is great for your budget stay in Bardstown. This property has a golf course, laundry service and housekeeping service. Old Bardstown Inn rated 8.8/10 is one more great hotel, offering an outdoor swimming pool and a golf course, as well as prices from 71US$ per one night. All cheap hotels in Bardstown, United States of America

What are the best accommodations with easy access to Old Bardstown Village Civil War Museum?

You can stay at Bourbon Manor Bed & Breakfast Inn rated 7.6/10, a 5-star hotel, set a 15-minute walk from Old Bardstown Village Civil War Museum. It offers a golf course, concierge service and board games on site. More hotels in Bardstown near Old Bardstown Village Civil War Museum

Hotels in Florence

What are the top family-friendly Florence properties?

Based on 226 customers' reviews, there are 11 kid-friendly deals to select from. Hilton Cincinnati Airport (rating: 7.4/10): a family-hotel with an indoor swimming pool, a golf course and a business center for 187US$ per night. Hyatt Place Cincinnati Arp Florence rated 9.0/10 is also a good option with an indoor swimming pool, a business center and a gym. You may book an air-conditioned, modern and non-smoking room equipped with climate control, cable channels and a sitting area for about 139US$ per night. All Florence family hotels here

What are the finest boutique hotels in Florence?

We recommend Hilton Cincinnati Airport (rating: 7.4/10) as the best 3-star hotel 3.1 miles from the landmark. It provides shuttle service, room service and laundry facilities, as well as a fitness center, a gym area and an indoor swimming pool on site.

What are the best cheap hotels in Florence?

Select the best budget accommodation among 5 deals in Florence. Surestay Hotel By Best Western Florence (rating: 7.8/10) is a popular hotel for our customers who want a budget option, featuring cribs, a business center and room service on site. It offers air-conditioned, welcoming and non-smoking rooms for about 68US$ per night. Another recommended hotel is Baymont By Wyndham Florence Cincinnati with rating 6.2/10 at the cost of 83US$ per night. It offers a couch, a coffee machine and a sitting area in the rooms. All cheap hotels in Florence, United States of America

Hotels in Shepherdsville

What are the best budget hotels in Shepherdsville?

More than 74 reviews of Booked.net guests will help you to choose the best budget property in Shepherdsville. Best Western Shepherdsville rated 7.6/10 is great for your budget stay in Shepherdsville. This property has an outdoor swimming pool, an indoor swimming pool and cribs. Another recommended hotel is Super 8 By Wyndham Shepherdsville with rating 6.4/10 at the cost of 76US$ per night. It offers climate control, cable channels and a coffee maker in the rooms. All cheap hotels in Shepherdsville, United States of America

What are the best accommodations with easy access to Paroquet Springs Conference Center?

To be not far from Paroquet Springs Conference Center, stay at Garden Inn & Extended Stay Shepherdsville / Louisville (rating: 5.2/10), which is only a 15-minute walk from the attraction and offers a business center, 24-hour front desk assistance and a photocopier. Guests can enjoy American meals at Wendy's restaurant nearby. More hotels in Shepherdsville near Paroquet Springs Conference Center

Hotels in Richmond

What are the top family-friendly hotels in Richmond?

If you’re searching for a family hotel, you will find 4 deals in Richmond. Clarion Pointe (rating: 8.0/10): a family-hotel with a golf course, a business center and fitness for 74US$ per night. Best Western Richmond Hotel rated 7.0/10 is also a good option with an outdoor swimming pool, an indoor swimming pool and a gym. You may book an air-conditioned and bright room equipped with climate control, cable channels and flat-screen TV for about 104US$ per night.

Which boutique hotels in Richmond would you recommend?

Comfort Suites Richmond rated 6.6/10 is a modern hotel with cable channels, a couch and complimentary WiFi in the rooms. It is set within 25 minutes' walk to EKU Center for the Arts.

What are the top cheap hotels in Richmond?

More than 92 reviews of Booked.net customers will help you to select the best budget property in Richmond. Clarion Pointe with rating 8.0/10 is great for your stay, as it offers a golf course, a business center and fitness classes along with 24-hour front desk assistance, express check-out and housekeeping service on site. Also Red Roof Inn Richmond, Ky is a good choice with rating 7.2/10 at the cost of 74US$ per night. All cheap hotels in Richmond, United States of America

Hotels in Somerset

What are the top family-friendly Somerset properties?

According to 59 customers' reviews, there are 4 family deals to consider. Super 8 By Wyndham Somerset (rating: 7.4/10): a family-hotel with a business center, wake up calls and meeting rooms for 66US$ per night. Hampton Inn Somerset rated 7.6/10 is also a good option with an outdoor swimming pool, a business center and a Jacuzzi. You may book an non-smoking and air-conditioned room equipped with cable channels, a work desk and Wi-Fi for about 117US$ per night.

What are the top boutique hotels in Somerset?

We recommend Courtyard By Marriott Somerset rated 8.2/10 as the top boutique property for 503US$ per night with an outdoor swimming pool, an indoor swimming pool and a business center on site.

What are the best cheap hotels in Somerset?

Select the best cheap hotel among 5 options in Somerset. As one of the best cheap Somerset options, we recommend Super 8 By Wyndham Somerset with rating 7.4/10 and prices from 55US$ per one night. Also Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, Somerset, Ky is a good choice with rating 6.2/10 at the cost of 80US$ per night. Americas Best Value Inn Somerset and Quality Inn & Suites Somerset are other popular cheap hotels. All cheap hotels in Somerset, United States of America

Hotels in Georgetown

What are the top family-friendly Georgetown properties?

According to 122 guests' reviews, there are 4 family deals to consider. Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, Georgetown, Ky (rating: 8.4/10) offers an outdoor swimming pool, an indoor swimming pool and a business center. It's set 1.1 miles from Toyota Stadium. Guests can enjoy American meals at Chick-fil-A restaurant nearby. You also can book Quality Inn (rating: 7.4/10) for about 87US$ per night. This kid-friendly property offers an outdoor swimming pool, a golf course and a business center on site.

What are the most popular boutique hotels in Georgetown?

Offering horse riding, 24-hour front desk assistance and cars on site, Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Georgetown with rating 8.6/10 for 74US$ per night is the most recommended option by Booked.net guests. Hilton Garden Inn Lexington Georgetown rated 8.6/10 is a stylish hotel with a fitness center, a gym and an indoor pool at the cost of 154US$ per night.

What are the most popular cheap hotels in Georgetown?

Choose the best budget accommodation among 3 deals in Georgetown. The best budget hotel is Best Western Plus Georgetown Corporate Center Hotel with rating 8.0/10, which costs from 65US$ per night and offers an indoor swimming pool, newspaper service and shopping service. Another option is Motel 6 - Georgetown, Ky - Lexington North rated 7.8/10 for 65US$ per night. All cheap hotels in Georgetown, United States of America

What are the best accommodations with easy access to Georgetown College?

According to Booked.net travel data, guests love staying at Baymont By Wyndham Georgetown (rating: 6.2/10), which offers a tennis court, an indoor swimming pool and an aqua park. It’s set a 15-minute walk from Georgetown College. More hotels in Georgetown near Georgetown College

Hotels in London

Which hotels in London are good for families?

According to 93 customers' reviews, there are 3 family deals to consider. Baymont By Wyndham London Ky rated 7.8/10 for 73US$ per night is the top London option. It offers an outdoor swimming pool, cribs and a gym, as well as housekeeping and express check-out on site. Customers can enjoy climate control, cable channels and a work desk in non-smoking and air-conditioned rooms. Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham London rated 6.8/10 is also a good option with an outdoor swimming pool, an indoor swimming pool and a business center. You may book an air-conditioned, comfortable and soundproof room equipped with climate control, cable channels and a kitchenette for about 68US$ per night.

What are the best cheap hotels in London?

More than 68 reviews of Booked.net customers will help you to select the best budget property in London. Red Roof Inn London I-75 rated 7.6/10 is one of the best London cheap properties from 53US$ per night. It features bar on site. Comfort Suites rated 7.8/10 is one more great hotel, offering an outdoor swimming pool, an indoor swimming pool and a gym, as well as prices from 77US$ per one night. All cheap hotels in London, United States of America

Hotels in Owensboro

Which hotels in Owensboro are good for families?

Hampton Inn & Suites Owensboro Downtown/Riverside (rating: 8.8/10) offers an outdoor swimming pool, an indoor swimming pool and a business center. It's set 1.4 miles from O.Z. Tyler Distillery. Customers can enjoy American meals at Bar Louie restaurant nearby.

What are the most popular boutique hotels in Owensboro?

For customers searching for a modern hotel in Owensboro, Booked.net has more than 5 boutique options. Offering an indoor swimming pool, shopping service and a gym on site, Courtyard By Marriott Owensboro with rating 9.0/10 for 165US$ per night is the most recommended option by Booked.net customers. Another recommended property is Hampton Inn & Suites Owensboro Downtown/Riverside rated 8.8/10, which provides an outdoor swimming pool, an indoor swimming pool and a gym on site. Wingfield Inn & Suites with rating 7.4/10: a 3-star property for 116US$ per night.

Which budget hotels in Owensboro are the best?

More than 18 reviews of Booked.net customers will help you to select the best budget property in Owensboro. As one of the best cheap Owensboro options, we recommend Motel 6 Owensboro with rating 8.4/10 and prices from 54US$ per one night. Also Best Western Plus Owensboro is a good choice with rating 8.6/10 at the cost of 98US$ per night. All cheap hotels in Owensboro, United States of America

Which Owensboro hotels near Smothers Park are the best?

There are 3 deals to choose from. Select a hotel near Smothers Park, such as Hampton Inn & Suites Owensboro Downtown/Riverside, situated a 10-minute walk away. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, an indoor swimming pool and a gym, this property offers rooms from 65US$ per night.