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Sound Science Demo

Create sound using a variety of fun objects as you measure resonance, vibration, frequency, and pitch!
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Early Explore featuring Virginia Rep

Enjoy this blend of science and storytelling developed specifically for young minds!

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Science with Soda Demo

Help us make some scientific predictions as we go step-by-step through an exciting experiment.
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Speed

An homage to all things motion and time, Speed demonstrates the fastest and slowest things the universe has to offer.
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Wings Over Water

The prairie wetlands have a story to tell!

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Maker Workshop: Sloth Plushies

Learn how to stitch up the perfect sloth plushie.

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Boost

This exhibition helps boost your mind and body with hands-on science games and challenges.
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Live Universe Exploration

Take a custom live adventure through the universe with a Museum astronomer.

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Member-Only Open Making

Members, it’s time to make! Bring your supplies and flex your creative muscles.
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