Mobile Learning Lab
As part of our commitment to ensuring that every child and family has access to high-quality learning experiences right in their communities, we are excited to provide the Kohl Children’s Museum Mobile Learning Lab.
Building off the success of the Pop-Up Museum concept piloted in 2019 – 2021, the Mobile Learning Lab allows us to serve children and families in Lake County by bringing our programs to them directly, inspiring future generations in their own neighborhoods. Participation in the program is free of charge, and children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
During 2021, the Mobile Learning Lab made scheduled stops at locations in Waukegan, Round Lake Beach, Zion, and North Chicago.
2022-23 Schedule
North Chicago Public Library
2100 Argonne Dr. North Chicago, IL
Tuesdays, 9:30 – 11:30 AM
- Nov 15
- Dec 20
- Jan 17
- Feb 14
- Mar 21
- Apr 18
- May 16
Round Lake Area Public Library
906 Hart Rd, Round Lake, IL
Thursdays, 9:30 – 11:30 AM
- Nov 10
- Dec 8
- Jan 12
- Feb 9
- Mar 9
- Apr 6
- May 11
Waukegan Public Library
128 N County St, Waukegan, IL
Wednesdays, 10:30 – 12:30 AM
- Nov 23
- Dec 28
- Jan 25
Zion-Benton Public Library
2400 Gabriel Ave, Zion, IL
Mondays, 9:30 – 11:30 AM
- Nov 7
- Dec 5
- Jan 9
- Feb 6
- Mar 6
- Apr 3
- May 8
2022-23 Activities include:
NOVEMBER: Design and Build – Explore the process of being an engineer through hands-on discoveries.
DECEMBER: Exploration of Light – How does light pass through some material and not others? We will explore translucent, transparent, and opaque with flashlights, sun catchers and shadow puppets.
JANUARY: Vibration & Sound – Sounds are all around us. Explore our instrument petting zoo, and make an instrument from recycled materials.
FEBRUARY: Building Bridges – Discover the artistic elements of bridges and use your architectural skills to design, build and test the strength of your structures.
MARCH: Animals as Architects – Have you ever thought about how animals build their homes and what kinds of tools they use? Explore a variety of bird nests, beaks as tools, weaving, and create a nesting orb for area birds.
APRIL: Bug City – Be inspired by entomologists to become an insect expert as we explore the bug world.
The Mobile Learning Lab has been generously underwritten by:
