The Frozen Upside-Down: Exploring Sea Ice

In 2026, sea ice covered 4.6 to 5.5 million square miles of the Arctic Ocean, an area larger than the United States and Mexico combined. What is it like to live on or under the ice, and how do we study it? Hear from three Arctic scientists, engineers, and explorers as they share first-hand accounts and show the view from undersea vehicles that explore this fascinating and dynamic region of the ocean. Then, put what you have learned into action by role-playing research and survival in extreme cold in a cooperative board game that will require you to think on your feet and make tough decisions to achieve the best possible scientific outcome. This program is presented as part of the MIT Museum’s thematic focus on OCEANS. Program info: January 16th 2027 1PM-2:30PM This program is free with museum admission, you can book your museum admission online or on the day of the program. Advance registration is recommended.