EVENTS

Hands-on Science Activities

Experience hands-on science activities at the Koshland Science Museum.

Would you like to:

- Learn why some light bulbs are more efficient than others?
- Make hydrogen, use it to run a model car, and investigate how hydrogen can be used as an every day fuel?
- Get infected with an imaginary disease and explore how immunization, antibiotics, and public health measures are used to prevent the spread of infectious diseases?

Then come to the Koshland, where we'll conduct these hands-on science activities with you!

Hands-on science activities give visitors a chance to explore science topics while conducting simple, short experiments. Museum docents guide visitors through the activities.

Hands on activities are offered 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm on most Saturdays and Sundays. Please call ahead to 202-334-1201 to check on availability and timing.

Museum Location Located at the corner of 6th and E Streets, NW in downtown Washington, DC the Marian Koshland Science Museum is within walking distance of the National Mall, two Metro stations, the Verizon Center, and several other museums and attractions.