The day that led to the creation of the Falkirk Science Festival returned to the Great Lawn, offering visitors the chance to learn all about science and have some fun.
Among the activities to take part in on the day were rocket launching, robot programming, animal encounters, a Lego challenge, the chance to build a bridge and even get a tattoo.
Audiences also gathered in the live tent for shows by Eureka, ThinkScience and Science Ceilidh.
The event was one of many currently taking place across the district for this year’s science festival.
For full details of what’s still to take place before the festival closes on May 21, click here.
9. STEM @ The Helix
The STEM event at the Helix was what led to the creation of the Falkirk Science Festival. Photo: Scott Louden
10. STEM @ The Helix
Anjita from Edinburgh University Wellcome Centre teaches Ryan Mitchell (10), from Falkirk, about tattoos Photo: Scott Louden
11. STEM @ The Helix
The event was a day out for the whole family to learn more about science. Photo: Scott Louden
12. STEM @ The Helix
Jon brings out a bed of nails during the Think Science Show with Jon Davis. Photo: Scott Louden