STEM Family Half-Term Activities! Fun for the whole family. Plus FREE access to the whole Museum!
We offer a variety of activities from Sphero Bolts and OSMO Augmented Reality to programming BBC Micros and making 3D art in Virtual Reality! Between sessions, you can explore the rest of our Museum or have a go with our Digital Trails (available at the main entrance).
Our educational STEM activities have become the go-to Milton Keynes event for children wanting creative fun during the school holidays and every weekend throughout the year. From Minecraft to OSMO, BBC micro:bits to Robotics, there is plenty to do to unlock imaginations, inspire and entertain. Educational fun for all the family, providing byte sized tasters of coding, robotics, augmented reality, virtual reality and much much more!
Please note that these hands-on activities are not drop-off events. Parental supervision is required at all times.
Each day consists of 2 drop in sessions spread throughout the day, leaving you time to explore the museum and enjoy all of the STEM activities:
Session 1 - 11:00-13:00
Session 2 - 14:00 - 16:00
Saturday 26th - Art With Robotics
This workshop is focused on robotics and includes two sessions. Participants will use a variety of robotics kits, including Sphero Bolts, Cubetto, and Ozobots to learn about programming and robotics in a fun, hands-on environment. The workshop is designed to for children up to the age of 15, but has activities for all interests!
Sunday 27th - Programming
This workshop is designed to introduce participants to the world of coding and programming. The workshop utilises popular tools and resources such as Minecraft Education Edition, Micro:Bits, and OSMO Augmented Reality Kits to make coding more accessible and engaging for learners. Participants will have the opportunity to explore coding concepts through hands-on activities and projects. This workshop is suitable for beginners and experienced coders alike, and is designed to be both fun and educational.
Saturday 2nd - AR & VR
This workshop is designed for participants of all ages to experience the capabilities of VR/AR technology. Children under 12 will focus on Augmented Reality games and experiences, while participants over 12 will get the chance to experience Virtual Reality and take part in a teamwork-based game about defusing bombs, drawing on a 3D canvas and more! The workshop is designed to be fun and educational, and is a great way to explore the exciting world of VR and AR technology.
SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Activities are suitable for all ages unless otherwise stated.
