ACTIVITIES - THE BARN

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Thermal Chemistry

Hands on experiments in endothermic and exothermic chemical reactions.

Rocks and Minerals

Rocks and Minerals

Virtual and Physical Security

A couple of different stations for hands-on labs.

Let the sparks fly!

Let the sparks fly and have a great time with electricity!

Finding Hidden Flaws

Locate the hidden flaws in these metal samples.

Build a Neuron

Learn about neurons by building one of your own!

Robot Demo & Drive

Come see our Robot Subzero & drive it!

Atoms & Molecules

Fun with atom, molecules and elements.

Banana Piano

Make a piano with a bunch of bananas and a Raspberry Pi!

Chilly Science

We will demo the properties of very cold substances.

Exploring Virtual Reality

Take a look at Virtual Reality using Occulus VR Headsets.

Bone Study

Investigate and identify real animal bones, and paint the animal they came from.

Learning about Germs through Forensic Science

Find out which fingerprint you have and use a blacklight to reveal what germs are on your hands!

Exploring Aquaponics

Students will explore aquaponics through a hands on activity.

Engineering the Future

Engineering the Future

Exploring Morse Code and Railroading Communication

Send and receive a Morse Code message just like a railroad telegraph operator.

Exploring World Geography

Explore More Family Travel is a boutique travel agency creating trips that allow our clients to engage with each other while connecting to the world.

Exploring STEM with STARBASE Charlotte

Come explore exciting STEM activities including physical and chemical changes, nanotechnology, circuit boards, motion & force, fluid mechanics, states of matter, energy explorations, and more.

Sheep Brain Touch-and-Learn

Learn about brain anatomy by holding a real sheep brain.

Bernoulli Magic Balloons

See Bernoulli's Principle in action with floating objects.

Microcontrollers and the Internet of Things

See how tiny computers are used to add complex control, automation, and remote access to all aspects of life.

It’s not rocket science, but it’s close enough.

Learn the complexity and different disciplines required to launch a balloon higher than a plane.

Coding a LEGO Maze

Learn the basics of coding by helping your mini-figure through the LEGO maze.

Pom Pom Launchers

Create your own Pom Pom Launcher using engineering, physics, some simple household items and a little artistic creativity.

Prehistoric Adventure

Explore fossils and the prehistoric creatures they represent.

Snap Circuits

Understand the basics of circuit design by building your own circuit.

Electrical Circuits

Basic electrical circuits.

Attracted To Magnets

Hands on experiments with magnets.

Refresh and Recharge with The Cooling Station: Air Conditioning and Snow Cones

Air conditioners and snow cones are both enjoyable ways to beat the heat. AC units provide a cool, comfortable atmosphere while snow cones provide a delicious and refreshing treat.

Coral-Algal Symbiosis

Learn how UNC Charlotte scientists study animal relationships.

Information Technology at Mitchell Community College

Explore Information Technology at Mitchell Community College

Drone Flying Through Coding

Programming with Python 3 Coding to fly drones and make them do tricks.

Science Of Bowling

Victory Lanes in cooperation with Storm Bowling will present a set of activities showing the physics of bowling, how balls are made, all about lane oiling and more!

UV protection and your skin

learn about the importance of UV protection, ways of protecting your skin, and see a demo of sunscreen in action