Ignite a love for science and technology by becoming a STEM Girl Today!

Discover authentic and relevant STEM experiences in our free program aimed at children grades 3-6. All participants, regardless of gender, are welcome! Meet women actively working in STEM-related fields, and learn what they do through hands-on presentations and programing!

Upcoming Programs

Mark your calendars! STEM Girls programs go on sale Monday, October 24 at 10 a.m. and will be available to book over the phone.

Please note: Families must stay with participants in the room during the program.

How the Internet Works!

Saturday, November 19, 2022

We use the internet every day, whether at school or home or in between. The internet connects people across the globe! But how? Join Tia Stackle, a Systems Architect from Cisco, as she unravels the mystery of the internet!

Grades 3rd–5th: 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Grades 6th–8th: 1 to 2:30 p.m.


Watersheds and Us!

Wednesday, December 21, 2022

Join US Army Corps of Engineer’s Project Manager Samantha Ferrarelli in exploring how our watershed affects everyday life. Learn how water moves through a system and how people have learned to manage that water to improve our daily lives while also conserving natural resources.

Grades 3rd–5th: 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Grades 6th–8th: 1 to 2:30 p.m.


My Five Senses (Grades 3rd-5th)

Saturday, January 14, 2023

Come learn from Margaret van Gilse of Bexion Pharmaceuticals! This fun filled session helps students gain a better understanding of sight, hearing, touch taste and smell.

Grades 3rd–5th: 10 to 11:30 a.m.


Introduction to Cells-The Grand Tour (Grades 6th-8th)

Saturday, January 14, 2023

Come learn from Margaret van Gilse of Bexion Pharmaceuticals! This interactive session providing an overview of the animal cell, functions of cell parts, leading to the design and building of a cell.

Grades 6th–8th: 1 to 2:30 p.m.

We’ve reached out to STEM professionals to learn more about the work they do and the advice they have for the STEM leaders of tomorrow.

STEM Girls programming is made possible in part by a #GenderEquityGrant from @ScienceCenters and @IfThenSheCan.

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