Labs

Labs are in-depth, inquiry-based programs, allowing hands-on experiences for small groups of students.

Spanish-speaking educators may be available upon request.

$200/1 lab,$120/each additional lab
Maximum 16 per health lab, 30 per physical or space sciences lab; 90 minutes

Generous support of the Museum's School Programs Department provided by Xcel Energy Foundation and U.S. Bank.


  • Energy at Play

     

    Grades 4-8
    Are you up to the challenge? You'll see toys in a whole new light as you examine the potential and kinetic energy that makes them work.

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  • Exploration Circulation: Heart Lab

     

    Grades 3-6
    Learn about blood and its importance to the body. Experiment with heart rates using a stethoscope and discover the benefits of exercise and a healthy diet.

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  • How We Breathe: Lung Lab

     

    Grades 3−6
    Examine physiology, lung capacity, and anatomy to learn how you breathe. Use pulse oximeters to see how the respiratory system and the circulatory system are related.

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  • Rocket Works

     

    Grades 4-8
    Blast into physics! As the engineer, you will go full throttle and experiment with the basic principles of f light and motion. Design, create, and launch your own paper rocket.

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  • What's That You See: Eye Lab

     

    Grades 2-5
    Use lots of hands-on activities and experiments to learn the secrets behind optical illusions and compare your binocular vision to the vision of other animals.

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