Pop-Up STEM & History Exhibits
STEM Exhibits
The Hall of Ideas and the upper floors of the Alden B. Dow Museum of Science & Art continue to remain closed due to flood damage to our facility, we are bringing interactive and hands-on STEM Exhibits to the IFF & Dupont STEM Exhibit Space. Join us for one of the exhibits below:
FRI 12 - 4 PM, SAT 10 AM - 2 PM and SUN 12 - 4 PM
$4 per person and FREE for Museum Members
Down to Earth
Recommended for kids in grades PreK - 5
Dig deep as you uncover the many layers of our planet and investigate how Earth has changed over billions of years. Explore volcanoes, earthquakes, and geological records that showcase the astounding history of planet Earth.
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Upcoming STEM Exhibit Events
Minis in the Museum
SAT, SEP 23, 2023 / 10:30 AM
Join us for a monthly story time at the museum! Mini museum goers between the ages of 1 - 5 are invited to join us every third Saturday of the month at 10:30 AM in the IFF & Dupont STEM Exhibit Space. Guests will enjoy a special story and themed snack, as well as a take-home activity for children and parents to do together.
In September, we will read Lubna and Pebble by Wendy Meddour.
The event is included with Museum Admission on SAT, SEP 23, or free for Museum Members!
STEM Brunch Series / Michigan Rockhounding
The AB Dow Museum of Science & Art presents "STEM Brunch" - a series of presentations where the public is invited to come in, order a flight of mimosas and a plate from a curated collection of brunch favorites, before enjoying an engaging lecture on a STEM subject. Don't miss our History Brunches as well, alternating each month!
Michigan Rockhounding: The Leland Blue
Join Midland Center for the Arts and special guest Cody Wiedenbein from Michigan Rockhounds for an engaging discussion on one of Michigan's most prized rocks, the Leland Blue. Enjoy a coffee or delicious brunch while you learn about the history and geology of this industrial waste product that has turned into a treasure.
Brunch plated service is by pre-order only. Space is limited - pre-registration is recommended! Brunch food pre-orders will close on TUE, OCT 10 at 11 PM. Click here to view the menu.
Halloween Bash
SAT, OCT 28, 2023 / Timed Entry 10 AM - 2 PM (Every 30 Minutes)
Pre-Registration Required
Come in costume and do some early trick-or-treating outside of the Midland Center for the Arts! Enjoy spook-tacular science demonstrations, ghoulish hands-on activities, and don’t forget to collect treats along the way! All ages are welcome. Make sure to purchase your time slot in advance.
Tickets include entrance to our museum exhibits inside the Center on this day as well!
Included with Museum Admission
Spark!Lab® Smithsonian
Current Exhibit Hours
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MON - THU |
CLOSED |
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FRI |
12 - 4 PM |
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SAT |
10 AM - 2 PM |
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SUN |
12 - 4 PM |