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Feb
21
Fri
all-day Design Challenges for National E...
Design Challenges for National E...
Feb 21 all-day
Design Challenges for National Engineers Week
Join us during National Engineers Week to participate in a variety of fun and challenging engineering activities in our Make It Take It, Keva Planks, Imagination Playground, and Everblocks exhibit spaces! Programs by announcement throughout each day.  FREE with paid general admission.
all-day Discovery Cart Activity – Revers...
Discovery Cart Activity – Revers...
Feb 21 all-day
Discovery Cart Activity - Reverse Engineering
Stop by our Discovery Cart to explore something new each week. This week’s program is Reverse Engineering! Discovery Cart activities are self-guided. All program components and materials must remain on site unless otherwise noted. Some activities may contain small parts not suitable for children 3...
all-day February Art Studio Programs
February Art Studio Programs
Feb 21 all-day
February Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Crayon-resist watercolor valentines. Paper animal sculptures. Single-line flower drawings inspired by Geoff Slater. Snowflake plate rubbings. Paper mosaics inspired by Alma Thomas. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided. Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each...
all-day Magnificent Magnets Discovery La...
Magnificent Magnets Discovery La...
Feb 21 all-day
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Did you know Earth is a giant magnet?  Or that some breakfast cereal is actually magnetic? Discover the power of Magnificent Magnets as you test various items for magnetism, unbox the magnetic properties of some breakfast cereals, and even try out some challenges with ultra-strong...
Feb
22
Sat
all-day Design Challenges for National E...
Design Challenges for National E...
Feb 22 all-day
Design Challenges for National Engineers Week
Join us during National Engineers Week to participate in a variety of fun and challenging engineering activities in our Make It Take It, Keva Planks, Imagination Playground, and Everblocks exhibit spaces! Programs by announcement throughout each day.  FREE with paid general admission.
all-day February Art Studio Programs
February Art Studio Programs
Feb 22 all-day
February Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Crayon-resist watercolor valentines. Paper animal sculptures. Single-line flower drawings inspired by Geoff Slater. Snowflake plate rubbings. Paper mosaics inspired by Alma Thomas. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided. Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each...
all-day Magnificent Magnets Discovery La...
Magnificent Magnets Discovery La...
Feb 22 all-day
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Did you know Earth is a giant magnet?  Or that some breakfast cereal is actually magnetic? Discover the power of Magnificent Magnets as you test various items for magnetism, unbox the magnetic properties of some breakfast cereals, and even try out some challenges with ultra-strong...
Feb
23
Sun
all-day February Art Studio Programs
February Art Studio Programs
Feb 23 all-day
February Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Crayon-resist watercolor valentines. Paper animal sculptures. Single-line flower drawings inspired by Geoff Slater. Snowflake plate rubbings. Paper mosaics inspired by Alma Thomas. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided. Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each...
all-day Magnificent Magnets Discovery La...
Magnificent Magnets Discovery La...
Feb 23 all-day
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Did you know Earth is a giant magnet?  Or that some breakfast cereal is actually magnetic? Discover the power of Magnificent Magnets as you test various items for magnetism, unbox the magnetic properties of some breakfast cereals, and even try out some challenges with ultra-strong...
Feb
24
Mon
all-day Closed on Monday
Closed on Monday
Feb 24 all-day
Closed on Monday
Weekly Hours Tuesday – Saturday:  10am – 5pm Sunday:  1pm – 5pm Monday:  CLOSED Holiday Closings HandsOn! is closed New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day every year.  HandsOn! may also close for special...

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January Art Studio Programs
January Art Studio Programs
Feb 1 all-day
January Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Learn about meteorologist and photographer Wilson “Snowflake” Bentley. Snowflake paper collage. Crayon snowflake plate rubbings. Snowflake plate rubbings. Snowflake coloring activity. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided.  Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each day. ...
Weird, Wonderful and Wacky Weather Discovery Lab Program
Weird, Wonderful and Wacky Weather Discovery Lab Program
Feb 1 all-day
Weird, Wonderful and Wacky Weather Discovery Lab Program
Calling all future meteorologists! Discover a variety of weird, wonderful, and wacky weather patterns in this meteorological showcase.  You can try out our tornado tube, watch in amazement as a cloud forms in a bottle before your eyes, and create your own cloud formations from...
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January Art Studio Programs
January Art Studio Programs
Feb 2 all-day
January Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Learn about meteorologist and photographer Wilson “Snowflake” Bentley. Snowflake paper collage. Crayon snowflake plate rubbings. Snowflake plate rubbings. Snowflake coloring activity. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided.  Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each day. ...
Weird, Wonderful and Wacky Weather Discovery Lab Program
Weird, Wonderful and Wacky Weather Discovery Lab Program
Feb 2 all-day
Weird, Wonderful and Wacky Weather Discovery Lab Program
Calling all future meteorologists! Discover a variety of weird, wonderful, and wacky weather patterns in this meteorological showcase.  You can try out our tornado tube, watch in amazement as a cloud forms in a bottle before your eyes, and create your own cloud formations from...
Groundhog Day Shadow Science 10:00 am
Groundhog Day Shadow Science
Feb 2 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Groundhog Day Shadow Science
Join us as we celebrate Groundhog Day with some silly shadow science activities! Discover the science and mathematics of shadows, create your own shadow puppet character, and enjoy a Groundhog Day themed story time.  Programs announced periodically throughout the day.  FREE with paid admission.
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Closed on Monday
Closed on Monday
Feb 3 all-day
Closed on Monday
Weekly Hours Tuesday – Saturday:  10am – 5pm Sunday:  1pm – 5pm Monday:  CLOSED Holiday Closings HandsOn! is closed New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day every year.  HandsOn! may also close for special...
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Discovery Cart Activity – Cubelets Robotic Coding Blocks
Discovery Cart Activity – Cubelets Robotic Coding Blocks
Feb 4 all-day
Discovery Cart Activity - Cubelets Robotic Coding Blocks
Stop by our Discovery Cart to explore something new each week. This week’s program is Cubelets Robotic Coding Blocks! Discovery Cart activities are self-guided. All program components and materials must remain on site unless otherwise noted. Some activities may contain small parts not suitable for...
February Art Studio Programs
February Art Studio Programs
Feb 4 all-day
February Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Crayon-resist watercolor valentines. Paper animal sculptures. Single-line flower drawings inspired by Geoff Slater. Snowflake plate rubbings. Paper mosaics inspired by Alma Thomas. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided. Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each...
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
Feb 4 all-day
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
We may not have a special formula for the science of relationships, but we do have the formula for some fun experiments to help celebrate Valentine’s Day! You won’t believe your eyes with our optical illusion heart activity, learn about solubility while creating a Sharpie...
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Discovery Cart Activity – Cubelets Robotic Coding Blocks
Discovery Cart Activity – Cubelets Robotic Coding Blocks
Feb 5 all-day
Discovery Cart Activity - Cubelets Robotic Coding Blocks
Stop by our Discovery Cart to explore something new each week. This week’s program is Cubelets Robotic Coding Blocks! Discovery Cart activities are self-guided. All program components and materials must remain on site unless otherwise noted. Some activities may contain small parts not suitable for...
February Art Studio Programs
February Art Studio Programs
Feb 5 all-day
February Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Crayon-resist watercolor valentines. Paper animal sculptures. Single-line flower drawings inspired by Geoff Slater. Snowflake plate rubbings. Paper mosaics inspired by Alma Thomas. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided. Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each...
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
Feb 5 all-day
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
We may not have a special formula for the science of relationships, but we do have the formula for some fun experiments to help celebrate Valentine’s Day! You won’t believe your eyes with our optical illusion heart activity, learn about solubility while creating a Sharpie...
6
Discovery Cart Activity – Cubelets Robotic Coding Blocks
Discovery Cart Activity – Cubelets Robotic Coding Blocks
Feb 6 all-day
Discovery Cart Activity - Cubelets Robotic Coding Blocks
Stop by our Discovery Cart to explore something new each week. This week’s program is Cubelets Robotic Coding Blocks! Discovery Cart activities are self-guided. All program components and materials must remain on site unless otherwise noted. Some activities may contain small parts not suitable for...
February Art Studio Programs
February Art Studio Programs
Feb 6 all-day
February Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Crayon-resist watercolor valentines. Paper animal sculptures. Single-line flower drawings inspired by Geoff Slater. Snowflake plate rubbings. Paper mosaics inspired by Alma Thomas. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided. Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each...
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
Feb 6 all-day
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
We may not have a special formula for the science of relationships, but we do have the formula for some fun experiments to help celebrate Valentine’s Day! You won’t believe your eyes with our optical illusion heart activity, learn about solubility while creating a Sharpie...
Little Labs for Pre-K 8:30 am
Little Labs for Pre-K @ Hands On! Discovery Center
Feb 6 @ 8:30 am – 10:00 am
Little Labs for Pre-K @ Hands On! Discovery Center
Little Labs are fun and engaging learning-play sessions designed for 3-5 year olds and their caregivers to enjoy hands-on exploratory STEAM learning and play. Little Labs offer developmentally appropriate STEAM curriculum for children to learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment.  Each week will feature...
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Discovery Cart Activity – Cubelets Robotic Coding Blocks
Discovery Cart Activity – Cubelets Robotic Coding Blocks
Feb 7 all-day
Discovery Cart Activity - Cubelets Robotic Coding Blocks
Stop by our Discovery Cart to explore something new each week. This week’s program is Cubelets Robotic Coding Blocks! Discovery Cart activities are self-guided. All program components and materials must remain on site unless otherwise noted. Some activities may contain small parts not suitable for...
February Art Studio Programs
February Art Studio Programs
Feb 7 all-day
February Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Crayon-resist watercolor valentines. Paper animal sculptures. Single-line flower drawings inspired by Geoff Slater. Snowflake plate rubbings. Paper mosaics inspired by Alma Thomas. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided. Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each...
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
Feb 7 all-day
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
We may not have a special formula for the science of relationships, but we do have the formula for some fun experiments to help celebrate Valentine’s Day! You won’t believe your eyes with our optical illusion heart activity, learn about solubility while creating a Sharpie...
8
February Art Studio Programs
February Art Studio Programs
Feb 8 all-day
February Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Crayon-resist watercolor valentines. Paper animal sculptures. Single-line flower drawings inspired by Geoff Slater. Snowflake plate rubbings. Paper mosaics inspired by Alma Thomas. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided. Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each...
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
Feb 8 all-day
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
We may not have a special formula for the science of relationships, but we do have the formula for some fun experiments to help celebrate Valentine’s Day! You won’t believe your eyes with our optical illusion heart activity, learn about solubility while creating a Sharpie...
9
February Art Studio Programs
February Art Studio Programs
Feb 9 all-day
February Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Crayon-resist watercolor valentines. Paper animal sculptures. Single-line flower drawings inspired by Geoff Slater. Snowflake plate rubbings. Paper mosaics inspired by Alma Thomas. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided. Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each...
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
Feb 9 all-day
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
We may not have a special formula for the science of relationships, but we do have the formula for some fun experiments to help celebrate Valentine’s Day! You won’t believe your eyes with our optical illusion heart activity, learn about solubility while creating a Sharpie...
10
Closed on Monday
Closed on Monday
Feb 10 all-day
Closed on Monday
Weekly Hours Tuesday – Saturday:  10am – 5pm Sunday:  1pm – 5pm Monday:  CLOSED Holiday Closings HandsOn! is closed New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day every year.  HandsOn! may also close for special...
11
Discovery Cart Activity – Snap Circuits
Discovery Cart Activity – Snap Circuits
Feb 11 all-day
Discovery Cart Activity - Snap Circuits
Stop by our Discovery Cart to explore something new each week. This week’s program is Snap Circuit electronics! Discovery Cart activities are self-guided. All program components and materials must remain on site unless otherwise noted. Some activities may contain small parts not suitable for children...
February Art Studio Programs
February Art Studio Programs
Feb 11 all-day
February Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Crayon-resist watercolor valentines. Paper animal sculptures. Single-line flower drawings inspired by Geoff Slater. Snowflake plate rubbings. Paper mosaics inspired by Alma Thomas. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided. Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each...
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
Feb 11 all-day
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
We may not have a special formula for the science of relationships, but we do have the formula for some fun experiments to help celebrate Valentine’s Day! You won’t believe your eyes with our optical illusion heart activity, learn about solubility while creating a Sharpie...
Be Electrific Day! 10:00 am
Be Electrific Day!
Feb 11 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Be Electrific Day!
Today only, in honor of Be Electrific Day, we’re discounting tickets to our musical electricity show: The Tesla Experience! Add-on tickets are $1 each (must be purchased with general admission tickets, excludes groups) Show-only tickets are $3 each (does not include admission to exhibits or...
Inventors Day 10:00 am
Inventors Day
Feb 11 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Inventors Day
Join us in our Maker Space to tinker, make, craft, build, design, and invent with an array of arts and crafts materials.  We’ll provide the materials and tools, you provide the creativity!  Extra “challenges” will be available throughout the day to test your DIY ingenuity...
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Discovery Cart Activity – Snap Circuits
Discovery Cart Activity – Snap Circuits
Feb 12 all-day
Discovery Cart Activity - Snap Circuits
Stop by our Discovery Cart to explore something new each week. This week’s program is Snap Circuit electronics! Discovery Cart activities are self-guided. All program components and materials must remain on site unless otherwise noted. Some activities may contain small parts not suitable for children...
February Art Studio Programs
February Art Studio Programs
Feb 12 all-day
February Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Crayon-resist watercolor valentines. Paper animal sculptures. Single-line flower drawings inspired by Geoff Slater. Snowflake plate rubbings. Paper mosaics inspired by Alma Thomas. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided. Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each...
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
Feb 12 all-day
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
We may not have a special formula for the science of relationships, but we do have the formula for some fun experiments to help celebrate Valentine’s Day! You won’t believe your eyes with our optical illusion heart activity, learn about solubility while creating a Sharpie...
13
Discovery Cart Activity – Snap Circuits
Discovery Cart Activity – Snap Circuits
Feb 13 all-day
Discovery Cart Activity - Snap Circuits
Stop by our Discovery Cart to explore something new each week. This week’s program is Snap Circuit electronics! Discovery Cart activities are self-guided. All program components and materials must remain on site unless otherwise noted. Some activities may contain small parts not suitable for children...
February Art Studio Programs
February Art Studio Programs
Feb 13 all-day
February Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Crayon-resist watercolor valentines. Paper animal sculptures. Single-line flower drawings inspired by Geoff Slater. Snowflake plate rubbings. Paper mosaics inspired by Alma Thomas. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided. Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each...
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
Feb 13 all-day
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
We may not have a special formula for the science of relationships, but we do have the formula for some fun experiments to help celebrate Valentine’s Day! You won’t believe your eyes with our optical illusion heart activity, learn about solubility while creating a Sharpie...
Little Labs for Pre-K 8:30 am
Little Labs for Pre-K @ Hands On! Discovery Center
Feb 13 @ 8:30 am – 10:00 am
Little Labs for Pre-K @ Hands On! Discovery Center
Little Labs are fun and engaging learning-play sessions designed for 3-5 year olds and their caregivers to enjoy hands-on exploratory STEAM learning and play. Little Labs offer developmentally appropriate STEAM curriculum for children to learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment.  Each week will feature...
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Discovery Cart Activity – Snap Circuits
Discovery Cart Activity – Snap Circuits
Feb 14 all-day
Discovery Cart Activity - Snap Circuits
Stop by our Discovery Cart to explore something new each week. This week’s program is Snap Circuit electronics! Discovery Cart activities are self-guided. All program components and materials must remain on site unless otherwise noted. Some activities may contain small parts not suitable for children...
February Art Studio Programs
February Art Studio Programs
Feb 14 all-day
February Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Crayon-resist watercolor valentines. Paper animal sculptures. Single-line flower drawings inspired by Geoff Slater. Snowflake plate rubbings. Paper mosaics inspired by Alma Thomas. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided. Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each...
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
Feb 14 all-day
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
We may not have a special formula for the science of relationships, but we do have the formula for some fun experiments to help celebrate Valentine’s Day! You won’t believe your eyes with our optical illusion heart activity, learn about solubility while creating a Sharpie...
Be Miocene Pop-in Family Workshop 1:00 pm
Be Miocene Pop-in Family Workshop
Feb 14 @ 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Be Miocene Pop-in Family Workshop
Stop by anytime between 1:00pm-4:30pm to create a plaster replica of a fossil to paint and bring home! Then craft your own Miocene Epoch themed valentine to send to the special someone in your life. Children under 16 must be supervised by an adult at all...
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February Art Studio Programs
February Art Studio Programs
Feb 15 all-day
February Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Crayon-resist watercolor valentines. Paper animal sculptures. Single-line flower drawings inspired by Geoff Slater. Snowflake plate rubbings. Paper mosaics inspired by Alma Thomas. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided. Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each...
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
Feb 15 all-day
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
We may not have a special formula for the science of relationships, but we do have the formula for some fun experiments to help celebrate Valentine’s Day! You won’t believe your eyes with our optical illusion heart activity, learn about solubility while creating a Sharpie...
16
Design Challenges for National Engineers Week
Design Challenges for National Engineers Week
Feb 16 all-day
Design Challenges for National Engineers Week
Join us during National Engineers Week to participate in a variety of fun and challenging engineering activities in our Make It Take It, Keva Planks, Imagination Playground, and Everblocks exhibit spaces! Programs by announcement throughout each day.  FREE with paid general admission.
February Art Studio Programs
February Art Studio Programs
Feb 16 all-day
February Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Crayon-resist watercolor valentines. Paper animal sculptures. Single-line flower drawings inspired by Geoff Slater. Snowflake plate rubbings. Paper mosaics inspired by Alma Thomas. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided. Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each...
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
Feb 16 all-day
For the Love of Science Discovery Lab Program
We may not have a special formula for the science of relationships, but we do have the formula for some fun experiments to help celebrate Valentine’s Day! You won’t believe your eyes with our optical illusion heart activity, learn about solubility while creating a Sharpie...
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Closed on Monday
Closed on Monday
Feb 17 all-day
Closed on Monday
Weekly Hours Tuesday – Saturday:  10am – 5pm Sunday:  1pm – 5pm Monday:  CLOSED Holiday Closings HandsOn! is closed New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day every year.  HandsOn! may also close for special...
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Design Challenges for National Engineers Week
Design Challenges for National Engineers Week
Feb 18 all-day
Design Challenges for National Engineers Week
Join us during National Engineers Week to participate in a variety of fun and challenging engineering activities in our Make It Take It, Keva Planks, Imagination Playground, and Everblocks exhibit spaces! Programs by announcement throughout each day.  FREE with paid general admission.
Discovery Cart Activity – Reverse Engineering
Discovery Cart Activity – Reverse Engineering
Feb 18 all-day
Discovery Cart Activity - Reverse Engineering
Stop by our Discovery Cart to explore something new each week. This week’s program is Reverse Engineering! Discovery Cart activities are self-guided. All program components and materials must remain on site unless otherwise noted. Some activities may contain small parts not suitable for children 3...
February Art Studio Programs
February Art Studio Programs
Feb 18 all-day
February Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Crayon-resist watercolor valentines. Paper animal sculptures. Single-line flower drawings inspired by Geoff Slater. Snowflake plate rubbings. Paper mosaics inspired by Alma Thomas. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided. Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each...
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Feb 18 all-day
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Did you know Earth is a giant magnet?  Or that some breakfast cereal is actually magnetic? Discover the power of Magnificent Magnets as you test various items for magnetism, unbox the magnetic properties of some breakfast cereals, and even try out some challenges with ultra-strong...
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Snow Day – HandsOn! CLOSED today!
Snow Day – HandsOn! CLOSED today!
Feb 19 all-day
Snow Day - HandsOn! CLOSED today!
Due to inclement weather conditions, HandsOn! will be CLOSED today. Why not try out some of these fun @Home science activities today!?! We hope everyone stays safe and warm!
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Snow Day – HandsOn! CLOSED today!
Snow Day – HandsOn! CLOSED today!
Feb 20 all-day
Snow Day - HandsOn! CLOSED today!
Due to inclement weather conditions, HandsOn! will be CLOSED today. Why not try out some of these fun @Home science activities today!?! We hope everyone stays safe and warm!
Little Labs for Pre-K 8:30 am
Little Labs for Pre-K @ Hands On! Discovery Center
Feb 20 @ 8:30 am – 10:00 am
Little Labs for Pre-K @ Hands On! Discovery Center
Little Labs are fun and engaging learning-play sessions designed for 3-5 year olds and their caregivers to enjoy hands-on exploratory STEAM learning and play. Little Labs offer developmentally appropriate STEAM curriculum for children to learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment.  Each week will feature...
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Design Challenges for National Engineers Week
Design Challenges for National Engineers Week
Feb 21 all-day
Design Challenges for National Engineers Week
Join us during National Engineers Week to participate in a variety of fun and challenging engineering activities in our Make It Take It, Keva Planks, Imagination Playground, and Everblocks exhibit spaces! Programs by announcement throughout each day.  FREE with paid general admission.
Discovery Cart Activity – Reverse Engineering
Discovery Cart Activity – Reverse Engineering
Feb 21 all-day
Discovery Cart Activity - Reverse Engineering
Stop by our Discovery Cart to explore something new each week. This week’s program is Reverse Engineering! Discovery Cart activities are self-guided. All program components and materials must remain on site unless otherwise noted. Some activities may contain small parts not suitable for children 3...
February Art Studio Programs
February Art Studio Programs
Feb 21 all-day
February Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Crayon-resist watercolor valentines. Paper animal sculptures. Single-line flower drawings inspired by Geoff Slater. Snowflake plate rubbings. Paper mosaics inspired by Alma Thomas. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided. Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each...
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Feb 21 all-day
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Did you know Earth is a giant magnet?  Or that some breakfast cereal is actually magnetic? Discover the power of Magnificent Magnets as you test various items for magnetism, unbox the magnetic properties of some breakfast cereals, and even try out some challenges with ultra-strong...
22
Design Challenges for National Engineers Week
Design Challenges for National Engineers Week
Feb 22 all-day
Design Challenges for National Engineers Week
Join us during National Engineers Week to participate in a variety of fun and challenging engineering activities in our Make It Take It, Keva Planks, Imagination Playground, and Everblocks exhibit spaces! Programs by announcement throughout each day.  FREE with paid general admission.
February Art Studio Programs
February Art Studio Programs
Feb 22 all-day
February Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Crayon-resist watercolor valentines. Paper animal sculptures. Single-line flower drawings inspired by Geoff Slater. Snowflake plate rubbings. Paper mosaics inspired by Alma Thomas. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided. Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each...
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Feb 22 all-day
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Did you know Earth is a giant magnet?  Or that some breakfast cereal is actually magnetic? Discover the power of Magnificent Magnets as you test various items for magnetism, unbox the magnetic properties of some breakfast cereals, and even try out some challenges with ultra-strong...
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February Art Studio Programs
February Art Studio Programs
Feb 23 all-day
February Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Crayon-resist watercolor valentines. Paper animal sculptures. Single-line flower drawings inspired by Geoff Slater. Snowflake plate rubbings. Paper mosaics inspired by Alma Thomas. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided. Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each...
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Feb 23 all-day
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Did you know Earth is a giant magnet?  Or that some breakfast cereal is actually magnetic? Discover the power of Magnificent Magnets as you test various items for magnetism, unbox the magnetic properties of some breakfast cereals, and even try out some challenges with ultra-strong...
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Closed on Monday
Closed on Monday
Feb 24 all-day
Closed on Monday
Weekly Hours Tuesday – Saturday:  10am – 5pm Sunday:  1pm – 5pm Monday:  CLOSED Holiday Closings HandsOn! is closed New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day every year.  HandsOn! may also close for special...
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Discovery Cart Activity – Lego Bricks
Discovery Cart Activity – Lego Bricks
Feb 25 all-day
Discovery Cart Activity - Lego Bricks
Stop by our Discovery Cart to explore something new each week. This week’s program is Lego interlocking blocks design and construction! Discovery Cart activities are self-guided. All program components and materials must remain on site unless otherwise noted. (*This activity contains small parts that may...
February Art Studio Programs
February Art Studio Programs
Feb 25 all-day
February Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Crayon-resist watercolor valentines. Paper animal sculptures. Single-line flower drawings inspired by Geoff Slater. Snowflake plate rubbings. Paper mosaics inspired by Alma Thomas. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided. Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each...
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Feb 25 all-day
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Did you know Earth is a giant magnet?  Or that some breakfast cereal is actually magnetic? Discover the power of Magnificent Magnets as you test various items for magnetism, unbox the magnetic properties of some breakfast cereals, and even try out some challenges with ultra-strong...
Home School Day – February 25th 10:00 am
Home School Day – February 25th
Feb 25 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Home School Day - February 25th
Join us for this extra special discount day especially for our loyal home school visitors!  Come together to network, explore, play, and learn about upcoming home school workshops at HandsOn! To receive the discounted Home School Day rate of $8 per person for general admission,...
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Discovery Cart Activity – Lego Bricks
Discovery Cart Activity – Lego Bricks
Feb 26 all-day
Discovery Cart Activity - Lego Bricks
Stop by our Discovery Cart to explore something new each week. This week’s program is Lego interlocking blocks design and construction! Discovery Cart activities are self-guided. All program components and materials must remain on site unless otherwise noted. (*This activity contains small parts that may...
February Art Studio Programs
February Art Studio Programs
Feb 26 all-day
February Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Crayon-resist watercolor valentines. Paper animal sculptures. Single-line flower drawings inspired by Geoff Slater. Snowflake plate rubbings. Paper mosaics inspired by Alma Thomas. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided. Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each...
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Feb 26 all-day
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Did you know Earth is a giant magnet?  Or that some breakfast cereal is actually magnetic? Discover the power of Magnificent Magnets as you test various items for magnetism, unbox the magnetic properties of some breakfast cereals, and even try out some challenges with ultra-strong...
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Discovery Cart Activity – Lego Bricks
Discovery Cart Activity – Lego Bricks
Feb 27 all-day
Discovery Cart Activity - Lego Bricks
Stop by our Discovery Cart to explore something new each week. This week’s program is Lego interlocking blocks design and construction! Discovery Cart activities are self-guided. All program components and materials must remain on site unless otherwise noted. (*This activity contains small parts that may...
February Art Studio Programs
February Art Studio Programs
Feb 27 all-day
February Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Crayon-resist watercolor valentines. Paper animal sculptures. Single-line flower drawings inspired by Geoff Slater. Snowflake plate rubbings. Paper mosaics inspired by Alma Thomas. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided. Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each...
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Feb 27 all-day
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Did you know Earth is a giant magnet?  Or that some breakfast cereal is actually magnetic? Discover the power of Magnificent Magnets as you test various items for magnetism, unbox the magnetic properties of some breakfast cereals, and even try out some challenges with ultra-strong...
Little Labs for Pre-K 8:30 am
Little Labs for Pre-K @ Hands On! Discovery Center
Feb 27 @ 8:30 am – 10:00 am
Little Labs for Pre-K @ Hands On! Discovery Center
Little Labs are fun and engaging learning-play sessions designed for 3-5 year olds and their caregivers to enjoy hands-on exploratory STEAM learning and play. Little Labs offer developmentally appropriate STEAM curriculum for children to learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment.  Each week will feature...
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Discovery Cart Activity – Lego Bricks
Discovery Cart Activity – Lego Bricks
Feb 28 all-day
Discovery Cart Activity - Lego Bricks
Stop by our Discovery Cart to explore something new each week. This week’s program is Lego interlocking blocks design and construction! Discovery Cart activities are self-guided. All program components and materials must remain on site unless otherwise noted. (*This activity contains small parts that may...
February Art Studio Programs
February Art Studio Programs
Feb 28 all-day
February Art Studio Programs
Find creative inspiration with these activities in the Art Studio! Crayon-resist watercolor valentines. Paper animal sculptures. Single-line flower drawings inspired by Geoff Slater. Snowflake plate rubbings. Paper mosaics inspired by Alma Thomas. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided. Facilitated programs announced periodically throughout each...
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Feb 28 all-day
Magnificent Magnets Discovery Lab Program
Did you know Earth is a giant magnet?  Or that some breakfast cereal is actually magnetic? Discover the power of Magnificent Magnets as you test various items for magnetism, unbox the magnetic properties of some breakfast cereals, and even try out some challenges with ultra-strong...