Come jam with the Science of Sound! On December 14 from 6 - 8 p.m. our students are showing off their handbuilt synthesizers during Second Saturday!
Meet the future of makerspaces
The Innovation Incubator (or I2) is Adventure Science Center’s permanent, high-tech makerspace where visitors can dream up an idea and watch it come to life! We recently moved to a brand new, bigger and better space on the first floor, right next to soundBox - come visit us!
What visitors are saying about I2:
"My kids are 13 & 11 and our family has a passion for science. We have been to dozens of science museums all over the country. What makes Adventure Science Center special is the people who work there and some very unique and fun programming. My kids started taking classes at the Innovation Incubator last year. My boys have learned not only to make fun projects but the science behind them. I am so impressed with this work space and the people who work in it. We learn so much in there that we bring home and add to our homeschool!
Thanks again for making my kids so happy! We are so very thankful for the programming at Adventure Science Center."
I2 technology
- Laser cutter
This tool allows the user to make precise cuts for a design from a given material using a CAD (computer-aided design) to guide it.
- 3D printer
This tool uses digital information from the computer to create a 3D object; this process is also known as additive manufacturing.
- Vinyl cutter
This tool controls the movement of a sharp blade to cut shapes and letters from sheets of thin, self-adhesive plastic.
CoLab
Every day from 1 - 3 p.m.
Drop in and explore the incredible I2 technologies with our makerspace educators, included with general admission. Guests of all ages can enjoy the chance to get a taste of coding, 3D printing, circuitry, design and more!
Step into the Innovation Incubator (I2) to explore high-tech maker tools while dreaming up incredible ideas and watching them come to life! We're constantly working to provide new I2 Maker Labs that not only get you excited about learning STEM concepts, but also give you free reign to exercise your creative mind.
Please note: I2 Maker Labs are add-on experiences, requiring the purchase of general admission tickets or a membership to participate.
*Classes and workshops may be cancelled if there are not enough students registered. We will notify you in advance to offer a different class choice or issue a refund.
Programs are subject to change.
Upcoming Maker Labs
Click on the date of each lab to register!
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Lasercut Puzzles
Fancy yourself to be a puzzle pro? Come create a puzzle of your very own! Learn the basics of the lasercutter and see this fascinating tool in action. Flex your creativity, design, & make your own unique puzzle to enjoy time & time again. Ages 8 to adults
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Adult Member Maker Training: Glowforge Lasercutter
A training course for members over 18+ that teaches specific equipment safety. This course teaches you the basics of using the Glowforge Lasercutter.
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Conductive Sewing
The future of sewing is here. Explore the basics of circuits, learn about conductive materials and incorporating them into fabric, & get a crash course on hand-sewing techniques! You'll make your own conductive pennant design to take home. Ages 8 to adult
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Aroha Vitality Arts: The Science of Clay
Tuesdays, January 7 - February 25
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Final Showcase: March 7, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
The Science of Clay is an eight-week consecutive skillbuilding course all about ceramics and clay! Students will learn the basics of working clay as a medium, all while exploring local geology, the chemistry of glazes, and the material sciences of ceramics.
This course is taught by Audry Deal-McEver, a master ceramicist with a focus on exploring pattern and plant species through a lens of scientific representation.
It is free to adults who are 55 and better in age, but they must pre-register, as there is only space for 12 students. Register by clicking below, or email i2@adventuresci.org for more information!
Register