Makerspace
Imagine, collaborate and create something awesome.
Makerspace is an interactive community-oriented space where you can create and learn skills using a variety of tools and materials. Use your own creativity as you explore science, technology, and engineering principals! Get inspired to be a make. Play build, imagine, adapt, modify, work together and have fun.
Location
Ages
Price
This exhibit is free.
Call our box office at 314.289.4400 for more information.
Workshops are designed for families with children ages 7 and up.
Activities
What’s inside.
Mount Goldberg
In this tabletop Rube Goldberg workshop, create a crazy chain reaction to erupt a volcano. This activity is inspired by our exhibit; Pompeii. So, come by the classroom and see if you can make a track to trigger an eruption.
Sail Race
Design a sail using Tinkertoys and fabric, then send it flying down the racetrack. Can you modify your sail to beat the best time of the day?
Ball Run
Assemble the magnetic pipes to get a ball from start to finish on one side of the ball run. Work as a team to try to get the ball around all four sides of the cube.
Rigamajig
Use everyday building materials like wood, screws, rope and brackets to create clever contraptions.
Workshops
Makerspace Workshops
Enjoy 2 hour sessions offered each afternoon hosted by the Maker Team®. Visitors are welcome to stay the full 2 hours or for 2 minutes.
November and December Workshops
Scientific Illustration
Test your hand at a traditional form of recording observations. Draw various curiosities with some tools of the pros.
Laser Engraved Holiday Decorations*
Customize your own holiday decoration with LEDS and watch our Laser Engraver in action.
Thematic learning objective:
Patrons will gain the basics to a wide range of program offerings and technical skills. This diverse approach to informal education/interpretation will direct participants into project based learning and cross generational collaboration.
October and November Workshop Times
Everyday, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Dates and times subject to change
Monday, November 18
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Tuesday, November 19
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Wednesday, November 20
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Thursday, November 21
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Friday, November 22
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Saturday, November 23
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Monday, November 25
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Tuesday, November 26
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Wednesday, November 27
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Friday, November 29
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Saturday, November 30
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Sunday, December 01
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Monday, December 02
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Tuesday, December 03
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Wednesday, December 04
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Thursday, December 05
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Friday, December 06
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Monday, December 09
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Tuesday, December 10
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Wednesday, December 11
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Thursday, December 12
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Friday, December 13
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Sunday, December 15
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Monday, December 16
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Tuesday, December 17
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Wednesday, December 18
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Thursday, December 19
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Friday, December 20
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Monday, December 23
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Tuesday, December 24
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Thursday, December 26
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Friday, December 27
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Monday, December 30
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Tuesday, December 31
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Visit
Makerspace Programs for Groups
The Science Center offers a wide variety of Makerspace programs tailored to specific groups and audiences.
Accessibility
Makerspace is accessible to visitors with disabilities, as well as visitors with strollers, scooters, and walkers. Elevators and ramps serve all public areas.
