Learning Labs

Facilitated, focused, hands-on learning experiences for school groups aligned to Next Generation Science Standards.

Led by a Museum educator, Learning Labs connect with classroom curriculum and are designed to increase science knowledge, engage students in the scientific process, and provide insight into STEM careers.

In-person labs accommodate up to 30 students and cost $150 to $170 (except Live from the Heart). You'll have access to key vocabulary and pre- and post-visit classroom activities to continue your exploration.

Contact us if you need to accommodate students with special needs such as learning ability, language or physical ability.

Grades 4-8

Colorful Chemistry

See what happens when you mix chemicals and add some heat.

Grades 9-12

Evidence Lab

Explore forensic science techniques as you analyze DNA, blood spatter, bullets and trace evidence to solve a crime.

Grades 7-12

MedLab: Diabetes

Diagnose diabetes by using medical tests, lab tools and a human patient simulator.

Grades 3-6

Water: A Vital Question

Dive into the science of water quality and how humans impact this resource.

Grades 4-8

Crime Lab

Solve a crime with fingerprint analysis, chromatography, white powder analysis and more.

Grades 6-8

Mars 2040

Work together to keep a colony of humans on Mars alive, using real research to investigate how to meet their needs.

Grades 7-12

MedLab: Heart Disease

Diagnose heart disease with medical tests, equipment and a human patient simulator.

Grades 4-8

Engineering Design: Bridges

Design, build and test bridges with the engineering design cycle.

Grades 7-12

MedLab: Asthma

Analyze cells and complete real medical tests to diagnose asthma in a human patient simulator.

Grades 4-8

Moving With Newton

Explore Newton's three laws of motion through hands-on activities.

Virtual Learning Labs

Reserve a virtual session of some of our popular Learning Labs, scheduled at a time that works best for your classroom schedule. A Museum educator leads an engaging science lesson for up to 35 students. The 45-minute sessions (Mars 2040, MedLab: Diabetes, Weather Wise) cost $100 and use common household materials. Live from the Heart is a 2.5-hour program and costs $250. Learn more below.

online: Grades 5-8

Virtual Mars 2040

Learn how NASA plans to get the first manned mission to Mars by the year 2040.

online: Grades 7-12

Virtual MedLab: Diabetes

Learn about vital signs and medical examinations while you analyze data to diagnose and understand diabetes.

online: Grades 3-5

Virtual Weather Wise

Explore atmospheric phenomena and learn how scientists predict weather.

Online: Grades 9-12

Live from the Heart

Go live into the operating room to watch heart surgery and learn about careers.

Interactive Classroom Experience

MedLab is a unique iPad-based program that leads students through an authentic medical science simulation using innovative touchscreen activities.