We are thrilled to announce the installation of the travelling exhibition, Space to Spoon. This interactive exhibit was created by Ingenium - Canada's Museums of Science and Innovation and explores the role that space technology has on farmers, sustainable agriculture, and the food we eat. The exhibition will run from June 15 to September 2, in the lobby of the Halton Hills Public Library and Cultural Centre – Georgetown Branch.

What does a satellite orbiting 798 km from Earth have to do with the food on our plate? The Space to Spoon exhibit demonstrates how space technology benefits Canadian farmers and sustainable agriculture. It also highlights the Canadian Space Agency’s Earth observation satellite, RADARSAT-2, and its cutting-edge successor, RADARSAT Constellation. Space to Spoon is a hands-on experience, with stunning graphics and interactive elements for visitors of all ages. The science, technology, and innovation that transform satellite images into agricultural applications are showcased in a way that encourages informal science learning for all community members. 

Ingenium, the exhibit’s creator, represents a collaborative space where the past meets the future in a celebration of creativity, discovery, and human ingenuity. Under the Ingenium brand, the three museums — Canada Agriculture and Food Museum, Canada Aviation and Space Museum and Canada Science and Technology Museum — provide a sensory experience that immerses young and old alike in the countless ways science and technology connect with Canadians’ everyday lives. 

The exhibit kicks off Saturday, June 15 at 9:30 a.m. at the Georgetown Branch Launch Party of the TD Summer Reading Club for children and HHPL’s Summer Reading Challenges for youth and adults. This year’s reading theme is “Out of This World!” and along with the Space to Spoon exhibition, we are excited to announce that the Acton Branch will feature the Fantasy Bubble Show presenting their new Electric Tesla Show on Saturday, June 22 at 9:30 a.m. as part of the TD Summer Reading Club in Acton. Residents can also enjoy the Tomatosphere™ Planting Experiment, Space Explorers STEAM programs, a Retro Space movie series, a lecture with Dr. Mike Dixon about the University of Guelph’s Canadian Space Agency’s (CSA) Deep Space Food Challenge experience, and other space-themed programs throughout the summer. Please visit our website calendar to see programs, branch, dates and times.

The Space to Spoon exhibit is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Halton Hills Public Library.