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Science, technology, engineering, and math—at the museum!
Get the entire family immersed in something science! At the Corteva Agriscience STEMLab you can use modern equipment and methods to discover something new.
- Hear from real scientists, and ask questions about the work they do every day.
- Try your hand at biotechnology by modeling and extracting DNA.
- Learn about the engineering and tools required in space from a real astronaut.
- Use modern, microeye digital microscopes to see organisms you’ve never seen before.
- Bring your tiny scientists to expose them to simple scientific concepts with fun activities.
Discovery Lab is a STEM area designed for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. Children can explore rocks, plants, fossils, and other items from the natural world and use science tools designed for young children.
Visit our Calendar to find out what detailed program is planned for the day of your visit!
STEMLab: STEM Story Time
Participate in an interactive story time based on a STEM subject. Details
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STEMLab: Find the Evidence
Explore key concepts of forensics, search for evidence at the scene of a mystery, and collect samples for scientific analysis. Details
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STEMLab: Seeing Stars
Discover the ancient myths behind constellations, experiment with a telescope, and create a simple projector that you can take home! Details
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STEMLab: SoyTech
Come explore how a soybean goes from a plant growing out of the ground to becoming a part of some of your favorite things. Details
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STEMLab Dynamic Demo: Mega Magnets
Explore how magnetic forces work in the staff-led demonstration. Details
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STEMLab is made possible by the generous support of Corteva Agriscience.
