Science Sparks!

Science Sparks!

NEXT DATE:   |  11 a.m. to 3 p.m.  |  
category: Family Programs  |  location: Visitor Center

Science Sparks is a drop-in family program encouraging innovation and creativity as visitors are given a hands-on engineering challenge to complete. Visitors may build, test, and redesign their creation as they take on the role of engineer! 

On December 31, 2024, hours are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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STEM programs are made possible by DuPont and supported by Chemours and M&T Charitable Foundation.

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