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STEAM Explorers

STEAM Explorers activities take place every Tuesday at 2 PM. Let their curiosity take over during STEAM Explorers! 

 

November 11, November 18:

We Need Leaves

Trees might not need their leaves in winter, but plenty of other creatures do! Take a closer look at leaves and learn how they help animals build their homes.


December 2, December 9, December 16:

Snow Much Fun

There are so many ways to play in the snow! Use the engineering design process to create snowball catapults, sleds, and snow forts!


January 13, January 20, January 27:

Light and Shadow Lab

Cast shadows and shine lights to see how a shadow gets its shape!


February 3, February 10, February 17, February 24:

Music All Around Us

Drip, splash, whoosh! Experiment with sound, and design a musical instrument that can be played by the world around us!


March 3, March 10, March 17:

Tough Towers

Build a tower and then test its strength! Will your construction be tough enough to stand tall, or will weight and weather make it fall?


STEAM Explorers Promotes:

  • The building and designing process
  • Scientific method
  • Food science
  • Preparation tools
  • Engineering
  • Science exploration

Location

2100 Patriot Boulevard
Glenview, IL 60026
(847) 832-6600

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Hours

Open today from 9:30 am-1:00 pm

Open tomorrow from 9:30 am-1:00 pm

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Admission

General Admission
*All children must be supervised by an adult at all times.

  • Members: FREE
  • Infants (Under 12 months): FREE
  • Military/Veteran: Buy 1, Get 1 FREE
  • Children (1 – 16): $20
  • Adults (17 – 64): $20
  • Seniors (65+): $18
  • Museums for All Program (SNAP/WIC cardholders with valid card): $5/person up to 6 admissions

Save $2 per ticket with advance reservation!

Member Appreciation Hours:
8:30 – 9:30 AM Daily

The Museum is closed for general admission on these holidays:
New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve

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