After Dark: Coral

Calling all crafters, mathematicians, and friends of the oceans! Dive into an evening of creativity, curiosity, and coral-inspired fun. Explore, meet, and make: Meet the artist: At 7:00 pm, hear Margaret Wertheim share the story and inspiration behind Crochet Coral Reef. Explore the galleries: See the vibrant crocheted installation by artists Christine and Margaret Wertheim, created with thousands of collaborators worldwide. Get up close with coral: See specimens from the Harvard Museum of Comparative Zoology. Meet reef researchers: Chat with researchers from the Schiller Center for Reef Solutions at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. Get crafty in the Maker Hub: Try your hand at crocheting, or add a tentacle to our community-made jellyfish colony! Enjoy award-winning barbeque from Scott Brothers and beer, wine, and spirits from Marzae Wine, available for purchase. Session info: Thursday, January 14th 2026 6:00pm – 9:00pm $10 for MIT affiliates; $20 for the general public; $25 same-day tickets; $15 groups (10+) Ages 18+ Please note that backpacks and large bags are not permitted.