Interactive Demonstrations

Our Extreme Science Theater, located inside Science Studio on the Lower Atrium, features interactive demonstrations designed to put an EXTREME twist on every day science concepts.  Sit back, relax and enjoy the show… however, loud noises and spraying water may occur, so be prepared! It’s all in the name of science!

Our Combustion demonstration is explosive fun and teaches fire safety too!

Motion

Explore Newton’s Three Laws in this exciting, hands-on demonstration. Students will better understand motion, acceleration, speed and gravity by the time their visit is through!  Download the demonstration outline pdf.

Simple Machines

Simple machines make work easier in a lot of different ways! Discover the science of simple machines in this fun, engaging demonstration. Download the demonstration outline pdf.

Sounds of Science

Discover sound through some unconventional noisemakers! This demo makes cups squeak, rods scream and water jump- all in the name of science! Download the demonstration outline pdf.

Combustion

The Imagination Station’s Combustion Demonstration features a lot of flames and explosions, but there is some strong science content behind the fun!  Download the demonstration outline pdf

Method to the Madness

While covering a range of science content areas, this demonstration focuses on the scientific method and the importance of using good observation when conducting experiments. Download the demonstration outline pdf.