Time is running out to win a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Boston to meet Mark Rober, the former NASA engineer behind the most-watched science channel on YouTube, with more than 18 billion views and 83 million subscribers. Entries for the Museum of Science’s Mark Rober sweepstakes close at 12:00 PM ET on October 13. One winner and a guest will travel to Boston to see Live with Mark Rober on Saturday, October 24, an event that sold out its 500 seats in under two minutes, and meet the science communicator and creator in person.
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Entries for the Museum of Science’s Mark Rober sweepstakes close at 12:00 PM ET on October 13.
The grand prize includes:
- A meet & greet with Mark Rober for two
- Two tickets to see Live with Mark Rober at the Museum of Science on Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Two two-day general admission passes to the Museum
- Round-trip economy airfare for two to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), up to $700 per ticket
- One standard hotel room in Greater Boston for two nights, checking in Friday, October 23, and checking out Sunday, October 25
To enter, fill out the entry form at https://www.mos.org/mark-rober-sweepstakes.
Honoring Rober with the 2026 Bradford Washburn Award
The event will also celebrate Rober as the recipient of the Museum’s 2026 Bradford Washburn Award, one of the Museum’s highest honors in science communication.
“I’m incredibly honored to receive the Washburn Award from the Museum of Science,” said Rober. “I’ve always believed that the best way to get people excited about science and engineering is to make it fun, accessible, and something you can actually experience for yourself. The Museum of Science has been doing exactly that for generations, inspiring people to stay curious, ask questions, and see the world a little differently. To be recognized by an institution that shares that mission means a lot to me, and I’m grateful to be part of a community working to make science something everyone feels like they can be a part of.”
An Afternoon of Live Science and Engineering
Known for turning big scientific ideas into wildly entertaining experiments, Rober brings his signature curiosity, creativity and engineering know-how to the Museum for a one-of-a-kind live experience. Taking place at 4:00 p.m. in the Museum’s new William and Charlotte Bloomberg Public Science Common, the afternoon will feature live science experiments and demonstrations on stage, a fireside chat in which Rober shares the stories and science behind his favorite creations, and an audience Q&A. Attendees should come ready to explore how things work, why they fail, and what happens when you’re willing to experiment.
For audiences who could not secure a seat, visit https://www.mos.org/events/mark-rober for updates on more ways to join in on the day.
About the William and Charlotte Bloomberg Public Science Common:
The William and Charlotte Bloomberg Public Science Common is a new 10,000-square foot civic venue designed to inspire lifelong engagement with science by sparking discourse and discovery through immersive experiences. It is named for William and Charlotte Bloomberg of Medford, MA, who instilled a love of learning in their children Michael R. Bloomberg and Marjorie Tiven. With floor-to-ceiling glass overlooking the Charles River and 270-degree views of the Boston skyline, the William and Charlotte Bloomberg Public Science Common complements its civic mission with state-of-the-art immersive media, production, and livestreaming technology that enables events to reach audiences around the world. In addition to public programming, the venue will be available for corporate gatherings and private events.
About the Museum of Science, Boston:
The Museum of Science is one of the world’s leading science centers, with a mission to build public trust in science inspire a lifelong love of science in everyone. The Museum’s 2030 ambition: two million visitors onsite, three million learners in schools, one billion people online annually. Together, these goals will expand access to evidence-based science and spark curiosity far beyond the Museum’s walls, to classrooms and communities around the world. Its newest space, the William and Charlotte Bloomberg Public Science Common, brings the public and science together in Boston and beyond.
Join the Bloomberg Public Science Common Insider list at www.mos.org/bpsc-insider. Learn more at www.mos.org/bloomberg-public-science-common.
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