A Guinness World Record attempt for the Most People Performing a Vulcan Salute Simultaneously will take place next week
A Guinness World Record attempt will be the centrepiece of the Science Museum’s free, adults-only Star Trek Lates event next week.
Visitors are encouraged to don their finest Starfleet uniform, find their crew and join the record attempt on 8 September for the Most People Performing a Vulcan Salute Simultaneously.
The event forms part of the global digital Star Trek Vulcan Salute celebration, connecting fans around the world through social media, livestreams and fan-generated content, marking 60 years to the day since Star Trek made its US television debut in 1966.
Throughout the evening, visitors can enjoy a programme of talks, performances, music and activities inspired by the science and ideas behind Star Trek. The museum’s Explainers will lead a Starfleet-inspired journey through the Solar System in the Space gallery, while fans can also browse the award-winning Star Trek 60th anniversary range in the museum shop. Gaming gallery Power Up will be open during the evening with an additional ticket.
Dr Glyn Morgan, Head of Collections and Principal Curator at the Science Museum, said: “It feels very special to bring Star Trek fans together at the Science Museum for an official Guinness World Record attempt on Star Trek Day.
“For 60 years, Star Trek has connected bold storytelling with big questions about science, technology and what might be possible in the future, themes that sit at the heart of the Science Museum. After apopular Star Trek Lates earlier this year, we’re delighted to invite fans back for another evening exploring the ideas, imagination and real-world science behind the franchise, and a final opportunity to experience the Star Trek Warp Trail.”
The free Star Trek Warp Trail brings together objects from the Star Trek archives and historic items on display in the museum, exploring the lasting connection between the franchise’s visionary storytelling and real-world scientific innovation. The popular trail will close on Sunday 13 September.
