April 26 - August 31
Science + You
Enter a child-sized laboratory to explore how scientists impact your health and wellness. Explore machines, processes, and technology that demonstrates the role science plays to keep your body healthy.
Young children become scientists as they learn about human health and nutrition, scientific tools and scientists through problem solving, investigation and experimentation. The immersive, open-ended exhibits provide children with opportunities to play, explore, discover and experiment.
Things to do:
Access to Laboratory
Young visitors prepare themselves for the work they will be doing as scientists.
Antibodies & Germs
This activity mimics what antibodies do in the body - eliminate germs that could make us sick.
Balanced Lifestyle
Science shows us that people need a balanced lifestyle.
Demonstration Area
Scientists learn through experimentation.
Glove Box
Scientists use glove boxes to contain substances and protect themselves.
Machines that Mix
Scientists use machines to mix substances.
Machines that Separate
Scientists use machines to separate substances.
Microscopes
Scientists use microscopes to magnify objects for observation and evaluation.
Science Reflections
People communicate through pictures and words.
Test Kitchen
People need balanced nutrition to stay healthy.
Test Tube Peg Board
Scientists look for patterns to solve problems.