TinkerLabs
Walk-up, interactive science experiments
TinkerLabs
TinkerLabs are walk-up, interactive science experiments for families to engage in science. TinkerLabs cover a wide array of topics, from Biology to Computer Science.
TinkerLabs are sponsored by Boeing
NEW! Beginning in 2024, TinkerLabs will be held on the first and third Saturdays of each month. TinkerLabs occur on Saturdays from 12:30-2:30pm.
April 6, 2024: Solar Eclipse
A solar eclipse is coming our way – get ready! Learn about how the Sun, Moon, and Earth align during a solar eclipse, and learn how to safely observe the sun.
April 20, 2024: Citizen Science
April is Citizen Science month – join ExplorationWorks to take part in amazing cutting-edge research opportunities.
May 4, 2024: Star Wars Science
May the Fourth be with you! Bring your youngling to explore the science behind a galaxy far far away. Star Wars!
May 18, 2024: Pollinator Science
Explore the bees, birds, and other animals that pollinate our flowers. Make your own pollinating bees!
Library TinkerLabs
ExplorationWorks Science Center has partnered with libraries in East Helena, Clancy, and Boulder to provide free, engaging, hands-on science TinkerLabs to families and students in after school childcare programs.
These community TinkerLabs guide children through science activities. Experimenting with nanoscience, discovering plant biology, and designing a physics experiment with LEGO are just a few examples of the fun activities offered. Interactive lessons like these are known to create positive and lasting impressions in children, inspiring them to consider a STEM career path later in life.