SUMMER STEAM WORKSHOPS
One Workshop: $45 Member/ $50 Nonmember
($15 off for each additional sibling)
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10% off when you sign up for at least 8 workshops per child
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Please send your child with a lunch and drink
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Optional: send your child with bug spray and sunscreen for outdoor activities
Workshop Lessons:
June 2: Jungle Journeys Part 1 • June 3: Jungle Journeys Part 1
Venture into the rainforest for a wild adventure! Uncover the secrets of jungle creatures, from masters of camouflage to fierce predators. Explore food webs, life cycles, and the challenges of survival in this untamed world. Are you ready to adapt and explore? The jungle awaits!
Topics Covered: Biology, Ecology, Zoology, Environmental Science
June 9: Innovative Inventors Part 1 • June 10: Innovative Inventors Part 2
Step into the shoes of famous inventors and bring your own ideas to life! Use everyday materials to build and test working machines, experiment with circuits to create a simple gadget, and explore the process of invention from brainstorming to prototyping. Discover how past innovations have shaped the world and challenge yourself to design something entirely new.
Topics Covered: Engineering, Physics, Design Thinking, Prototyping
June 16: Power Up! Part 1 • June 17: Power Up! Part 2
Jump into an action-packed Mario adventure where science meets the Mushroom Kingdom! Race through obstacle courses to test speed and momentum, build working models of game-inspired contraptions, and join us to see if you have what it takes to level up.
Topics Covered: Physics, Chemistry, Game Design, Electrical Circuits
June 23: Yip Yip Adventures Part 1 • June 24: Yip Yip Adventures Part 2
This summer, science meets the four elements! Inspired by Avatar: The Last Airbender, come explore Water, Earth, Fire, and Air through hands-on experiments—fire-like chemical reactions, air-powered physics, water chemistry, and rock-solid geology. Unlock the science behind bending and become a true master of the elements.
Topics Covered: Physics, Geology, Chemistry, Life Science
June 30: Critters Up Close Part 1 • July 1: Critters Up Close Part 2
Get ready for a wild adventure into the world of animal science! This hands-on day will have you investigating owl pellets and lionfish through exciting dissections, using microscopes to explore tiny critters, and discovering the amazing world of wildlife biology. Try your hand at fun veterinary activities, create your own animal X-rays, and uncover the hidden secrets of different creatures. With plenty of exciting discoveries along the way, this day is perfect for curious young scientists. Do you have the guts to join us?
Topics Covered: Biology, Microbiology, Zoology, Veterinary Medicine
July 7: Legends of the Lost Realms Part 1 • July 8: Legends of the Lost Realm Part 2
Embark on a summer adventure where dragons soar, mermaids dive, and unicorns roam! Through hands-on experiments, mythical reactions, and immersive activities, you'll uncover the magic and science behind legendary creatures—crafting dragon eggs, exploring the mermaid’s ocean, and even designing your own shimmering phoenix feathers. Get ready for a summer filled with discovery, excitement, and enchantment!
Topics Covered: Chemistry, Mythology, Astronomy, Biology, Folklore
July 14: Poké Masters Part 1 • July 15: Poké Masters Part 2
Train like a true Poké Master by exploring the science behind Pokémon! Harness static electricity like an Electric-type, create bubbling potions inspired by Poison-types, experiment with ice-cold reactions, and discover the secrets of plant growth like a Grass-type. Sharpen your skills, conduct exciting experiments, and take one step closer to becoming the ultimate Poké Master!
Topics Covered: Chemistry, Physics, Botany, Biology
July 21: Heroes Vs. Villains Part 1 • July 22: Heroes Vs. Villains Part 2
Will you rise as a hero or scheme as a villain? This summer, design your own path by creating epic gadgets, building secret lairs, and testing your skills in action-packed challenges. From crafting shields and grappling hooks to designing devious traps, campers will use science, strategy, and creativity to become the ultimate hero or villain. Choose your side—adventure awaits!
Topics Covered: Engineering, Physics, Costume Design, Construction
July 28: Wild Trails Part 1 • July 29: Wild Trails Part 2
Step into the world of explorers, rangers, and wildlife experts—no hiking boots required! Learn camping basics, track animals, build model shelters, and uncover the wonders of nature through hands-on activities. From park ranger challenges to survival skills and wildlife discovery, this indoor adventure brings the great outdoors to life!
Topics Covered: Biology, Conservation, Ecology
To register:
Purchase tickets online at our events page, call us at 850-664-1261, or stop by to register for workshops.You will also need to complete the program registration form and review the code of conduct form above and email to website@ecscience.org
Want to sign up for multiple classes at once? Please email us at website@ecscience.org with the list of class dates you'd like to sign up for. Please note your child's spot in the workshop is not confirmed until payment is processed; payment is required within 7 days of invoicing, or those spaces will be released to the next customer.
Workshops are limited to 20 students each, so register soon! Online registration opens April 1, 2025. Sign up for our email list to be notified when they do.
Cancellations and Refunds:
The Emerald Coast Science Center reserves the right to reserve or cancel classes. Each class has a minimum and maximum enrollment number. In the event of a workshop cancellation, all fees will be returned in full and parents or guardians will be notified as soon as possible. There is a 30% administrative fee for any customer cancellations. Guests who do not attend the event will not receive a refund after the event has occurred.
Drop off and Pick up:
No children are left unattended in the museum. The museum does not open to the public until 10 a.m., so after drop off, we ask that you please wait outside of the museum or in your vehicle if you wish to bring in other children to play in the museum that day; you will need to pay general admission for this unless you are a member.
Please be on time when dropping off and picking up students. There is a fee for late pick-ups: if you are more than 10 minutes late picking up your child(ren), a late fee of $15 will be applied per child.
Additional Information:
•While our staff will make every effort to accommodate any special needs of students, we are not trained behavior specialists. If you wish to discuss your child's needs or address any redirection strategies you use at home with our staff, please schedule a one-on-one conference with an educator at least a week before your child's next class.
•To schedule a conference, please call us at 850-664-1261 or email diane@ecscience.org.
•Please closely review the code of conduct page on the registration form as it outlines behavior expectations so that no students disrupt the class for the rest of the children learning during a session.