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Big Lab Afternoons

Spend an afternoon exploring a science concept as you participate in hands-on activities in the Big Lab! The Big Lab is one of our educational facilities located next to the Air and Space Gallery. Work with your family or on your own to complete challenges at the different platforms.

Previous Big Lab Afternoon Activities included:

  • Testing sailboats in Water Works pool
  • Constructing model roller coasters on the Giant Wall
  • Protecting an object that is dropped from the Mega Tower

General Information

Dates:
Keep checking for Spring 2009 dates!

Times:
Each session lasts 3 hours

Cost:
$15 per person for members
$20 per person for non-members

Pre-registration is required. No unaccompanied children will be admitted.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Big Lab?
The Big Lab is located on the campus of the California Science Center, in the Wallis Annenberg Building for Science Learning and Innovation. It is about 1-2 minute walk from the main building of the Science Center, next to the Air and Space Gallery.

How do I know I'm registered?
A confirmation letter will be mailed to you within 2 weeks of receiving your registration. If your registration is received less than a week prior to the date, the confirmation will be emailed. If you have not received a confirmation letter, please call 213-744-7444.

Do we need to bring anything?
No, everything will be provided for the activities. Food will not be allowed in the building.

Can I register the day of the program ?
No, pre-registration is required. All registrations are due the Friday before the program (June 27 for the June 29th date and August 1 for the August 2nd date).

Do parents have to pay to attend?
Yes. Parents are also encouraged to participate in the activities.

Will we be able to take home what we make?
Some activities will be take-home activities. Others, such as the model roller coasters and sailboats, are for exclusive use in the Big Lab.

Questions? Call (213) 744-7444 for more information, or email EducationPrograms@cscmail.org.

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