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  • Sun 14
    September 14 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

    Exhibit Closing | Watts Up with Energy: Powering the Planet with Unconventional Sources

    100 years ago, the first electric light swept the world off its feet, jump-starting humanity into a new age of electricity. Today, we are looking for energy solutions to launch our world into an era of sustainable growth.  This exhibit explores where we have been to see where we’re going. From discovering several unusual — but promising — energy inventions, to diving deep into theRead More

  • Sun 14
    September 14 @ 10:15 am - 11:00 am Little Sparks

    Little Sparks

    A fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. ​ Included in the cost of admission, no pre-registration required.

  • Thu 18
    September 18 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Design + Doodle Lab

    Design + Doodle Lab

    Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up art projects designed to inspire imagination and hands-on exploration. Prefer to follow your own muse? Head to our open art station, where you’ll find a wide range of materials and art supplies ready to become whatever masterpiece you dreamRead More

  • Thu 18
    September 18 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

    Exhibit Opening: The Birth of Sports Science

    Join us for the opening of The Birth of Sports Science: From Gatorade to Other Amazing Game Changers! The exhibit explores how science and invention have transformed sports, from ancient training methods and homemade tonics to Gatorade, high-tech equipment, and data-driven performance tools. Visitors will discover the breakthroughs that changed the game, the inventors whoRead More

  • Thu 18
    September 18 @ 10:15 am - 11:00 am Little Sparks

    Little Sparks

    A fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. ​ Included in the cost of admission, no pre-registration required.

  • Thu 18
    September 18 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm SparkSeekers: Homeschool Adventures

    SparkSeekers: Homeschool Adventures | Space Odyssey: Space Travel and Colonization

    The SparkSeekers program is designed to empower homeschooled students (ages 7–11) by immersing them in the captivating intersection of science and imagination through hands-on observation and experimentation. Participants will develop the skills to inquire and problem-solve, drawing inspiration from the ingenious minds of history’s greatest inventors. With an exciting new theme each month, there’s alwaysRead More

  • Fri 19
    September 19 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Design + Doodle Lab

    Design + Doodle Lab

    Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up art projects designed to inspire imagination and hands-on exploration. Prefer to follow your own muse? Head to our open art station, where you’ll find a wide range of materials and art supplies ready to become whatever masterpiece you dreamRead More

  • Sat 20
    September 20 @ 10:15 am - 11:00 am Little Sparks

    Little Sparks

    A fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. ​ Included in the cost of admission, no pre-registration required.

  • Sat 20
    September 20 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Maker Workshops

    Maker Workshops

    Embark on a journey of innovation and exploration with our Maker Workshops at the Creation Station. Each week brings a new and exciting theme, allowing participants to engage in hands-on maker sessions where they can build and create using a variety of materials, electronics, and coding platforms. Immerse yourself in the world of technology andRead More

  • Sun 21
    September 21 @ 10:15 am - 11:00 am Little Sparks

    Little Sparks

    A fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. ​ Included in the cost of admission, no pre-registration required.

  • Thu 25
    September 25 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Design + Doodle Lab

    Design + Doodle Lab

    Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up art projects designed to inspire imagination and hands-on exploration. Prefer to follow your own muse? Head to our open art station, where you’ll find a wide range of materials and art supplies ready to become whatever masterpiece you dreamRead More

  • Thu 25
    September 25 @ 10:15 am - 11:00 am Little Sparks

    Little Sparks

    A fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. ​ Included in the cost of admission, no pre-registration required.

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