Welcome to the Museum of Aviation’s STEM Programs, where the sky is not the limit but the beginning of an exciting journey into the world of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Our innovative programs are designed to inspire students, providing a dynamic and interactive learning experience. Embark on a captivating adventure as we explore the wonders of aviation, uncovering the principles that make flight possible, and delving into the cutting-edge technologies that shape the future. Join us in fostering a passion for STEM education, as we soar through the realms of knowledge and discovery at the Museum of Aviation. Please note that all STEM labs feature hands-on, grade appropriate activities and students are grouped by grade levels into separate classrooms, with minimal grade differences prioritized.
2025/2026 Saturday STEM Labs
Kindergarten – 10th Grade Students
- Time: 9:30 AM – 12 Noon
- Cost: $25.00 per student/per STEM Lab (+ Sawyer Service Fee calculated at checkout);Â STEM Lab prices after January 1, 2026 are $30.00 per student/per STEM Lab (+ Sawyer Service Fee calculated at checkout).
- PLEASE NOTE: All STEM Labs feature hands-on, grade appropriate activities.
Please Click HERE for the Complete STEM Lab Schedule & Registration
November 15, 2025
Kindergarten – 5th Grade: “Acorn Academy”
Scientists and engineers explore the wonders of autumn through hands-on STEM discovery! Students will unleash their creativity in exciting seasonal experiments that nurture curiosity and collaboration.
6th – 8th Grade: “Gamer’s Arcade”
In this interactive STEM lab, students dive into the world of gaming, exploring game design, coding, and digital creativity. Participants will experiment with mechanics, storytelling, and problem-solving to craft unique gaming experiences while developing critical technology skills. Register 6th - 8th Grade
November 22, 2025
6th – 10th Grade: “Interstellar Space”
Students explore local and deep space using the Star-Lab planetarium, model the solar system, track celestial events, and even monitor the International Space Station through hands-on, interactive activities.
December 6, 2025
Kindergarten – 5th Grade: “Reindeer Games”
Dash into a world of festive fun where innovators explore STEM through playful reindeer-themed challenges! Embark on a winter STEM adventure, solving mazes with Ozobots, designing reindeer, and engineering rafts! Come tinker, build, and learn the magic of winter science.
6th – 8th Grade: “CSI: North Pole”
In this thrilling STEM lab, students become Arctic detectives, using forensic science and technology to solve mysterious holiday-themed cases. Students analyze fingerprints, decode hidden messages, and experiment with chemistry to uncover clues in a frosty investigation.
December 13, 2025
6th – 10th Grade: “Aviation Science”
Students explore the physics of flight—focusing on lift, motion laws, and aircraft design—by experimenting with wind tunnel forces and building their own planes for optimal performance.
January 10, 2026
Kindergarten – 5th Grade: “Frost and Foam Lab”
Step into winter wonder with Frost and Foam, a lab where students will explore the exciting world of chemistry and physical reactions through icy experiments and foamy creations.
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6th – 8th Grade: “Ice and Rock Lab”
Students will use ice and water to simulate glacial erosion, demonstrating how glaciers carve and shape rock.
January 24, 2026
6th – 10th Grade: “Interstellar Space”
Students explore local and deep space using the Star-Lab planetarium, model the solar system, track celestial events, and even monitor the International Space Station through hands-on, interactive activities.
February 7, 2026
Kindergarten – 5th Grade: “Cupid’s Coders”
Students code to their heart’s content with activities focused on thermal energy, conservation, adapting to icy environments and so much more!
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6th – 8th Grade: “Hearts and Hex Codes”
Students will code their way through heart felt challenges designed to celebrate STEM’s love for programming.
April 11, 2026
Kindergarten – 5th Grade: “Budding Explorers”
Students will explore the budding world of spring by investigating plants, discovering pollinators, and other experiments.
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6th – 8th Grade: “AgriTech Lab”
Come build, create, and harvest knowledge on the growing field of AgriTech, were innovation, technology and agriculture collide.
May 2, 2026
Kindergarten – 5th Grade: “Force Field Day”
STEM takes to the field with energy filled activities designed to get students moving with the forces of motion, rolling with gravity, and getting physical with physics.
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6th – 8th Grade: “Force Field Day”
STEM takes to the field with energy filled activities designed to get students moving with the forces of motion, rolling with gravity, and getting physical with physics.
