Traveling Science
Group Programs
We bring science to you through our Traveling Science programs. Enhance fun and learning for schools, groups, “family science nights” and other occasions available during days and evenings. For more information or to make a Traveling Science Reservation, call 313.577.8400, Option 5.For program content questions call 313.577.8400, ext. 238, or e-mail to [email protected].
Show Descriptions
View Traveling Science program descriptions.
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Ages |
Duration |
Maximum |
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It's Alive in Eekstein's Lab |
6-13 |
30 minutes |
250 |
Our Neighborhood in Space |
5-13 |
30 minutes |
250 |
Papa Luigi's Pizza Predicament |
6-13 |
30 minutes |
250 |
Make-and-Takes |
All ages |
30 minutes |
250 |
StarLab |
5-18 |
30 minutes (2 sessions/hour) |
250 |
- Prices: $300 for first hour of programming / $150 for each additional hour. Group programs include two staff members, setup and takedown. Travel included within 30 miles of the Detroit Science Center. Additional $.50/mile beyond 30 miles.
Workshops
Workshops are programs designed for small group settings. In some cases, more than one workshop of the same kind may be run simultaneously. A teacher, chaperone or group leader must be present.| Traveling Science Workshops |
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Grades |
Duration |
Maximum |
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Our Place in Space |
Grades 3-5 |
30 minutes |
30 |
Color Your World |
Preschool-K |
30 minutes |
30 |
How Does Your Garden Grow? |
Preschool-K |
30 minutes |
30 |
Early Elementary Programs |
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Sky Gazers |
Grades 1-2 |
30 minutes |
30 |
Weather Watchers |
Grades 1-2 |
30 minutes |
30 |
Upper Elementary Workshops
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Sounds All Around |
Grades 3-5 |
45 minutes |
30 |
Our Place in Space |
Grades 3-5 |
45 minutes |
30 |
Middle School Workshops
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Sounds All Around |
Grades 6-8 |
60 minutes |
30 |
Diving into DNA |
Grades 6-8 |
60 minutes |
30 |
Making Math Meaningful |
Grades 6-8 |
60 minutes |
30 |
High School Workshops |
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Learning Through LEGOs |
90 minutes |
30 |
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Discovering Photosynthesis |
90 minutes |
30 |
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Discovering Chromosomes |
90 minutes |
30 |
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Traveling Science Notables
- Traveling Science programs should be booked at least four weeks in advance. The Reservations Department will confirm program availability for the requested date and time within three business days of inquiry.
- A 50% non-refundable deposit is due within two weeks of making the reservation with the remaining balance due two weeks before the scheduled program. Program is subject to cancellation if deposit or payment is not received upon due dates. Groups canceling a program less than two weeks before the reserved date will receive a credit to be used at the Detroit Science Center.
- All programs subject to availability. Payment can be made by check, MasterCard, Visa or American Express. Purchase orders are not accepted. For more information or to make a Traveling Science reservation, call 313.577.8400, Option 5, or send an e-mail to [email protected].