AAAS-Science Exhibit at 2009 White House Egg Roll Emphasizes Animal Diversity

For the first time in at least 30 years, AAAS was asked to contribute a science-focused activity in support of the annual White House Easter Egg Roll, hosted by First Lady Michelle Obama and President Barack Obama.

The AAAS-Science table, located directly adjacent to the White House, drew thousands of visitors—from young children to teachers and parents who were encouraged to learn about animal diversity by exploring an array of replica eggs and their animal parents.

Following an invitation to the AAAS CEO from Thomas Kalil, deputy director for policy at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, and John P. Holdren, assistant to the president for science and technology, AAAS designed and staffed an exhibit at the 2009 Easter Egg Roll.

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