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Join a chemist from the American Chemical Society for a hands-on program exploring the chemistry behind construction and building materials. This program is appropriate for ages 7 and up (grades 2–12). Students ages 7–8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Explore the exciting world of artificial intelligence through three interactive, hands-on activities! Participants will investigate how AI works, create their own AI-generated artwork, and explore the computer hardware that powers modern technology.
Tweens and teens can join us for this fun STEM experiment in the honor of MD STEM Fest.
Join us for the Spooky Science Festival, a frightfully fun celebration of science, creativity, experiments, and discovery! This interactive festival invites visitors of all ages to explore spooky science through hands-on activities, creepy creations, colorful experiments, and engaging STEM experiences.
Festival Details
Dates: Saturday and Sunday, October 24–25
Festival Hours: 12 PM–5 PM both days
Theme: Spooky science, STEM, creativity, and Halloween fun
Format: Drop-in activities throughout the day
Activities: Free and ticketed experiences
Our activities are designed to make science fun, creative, and accessible for visitors of all ages. Stop by throughout the weekend to experiment, create, discover, and explore the spooky side of science!
Take-It-Apart
Explore the science and engineering hidden inside everyday objects by taking things apart, investigating their components, and discovering what’s inside.
This is a 4-week robotics program presented by two High School juniors at Walter Johnson High School with a passion for STEM, who have participated in the First Lego League competition for two years.
Join us for the Spooky Science Festival, a frightfully fun celebration of science, creativity, experiments, and discovery! This interactive festival invites visitors of all ages to explore spooky science through hands-on activities, creepy creations, colorful experiments, and engaging STEM experiences.
Festival Details
Dates: Saturday and Sunday, October 24–25
Festival Hours: 12 PM–5 PM both days
Theme: Spooky science, STEM, creativity, and Halloween fun
Format: Drop-in activities throughout the day
Activities: Free and ticketed experiences
Our activities are designed to make science fun, creative, and accessible for visitors of all ages. Stop by throughout the weekend to experiment, create, discover, and explore the spooky side of science!
Spooky Slime Make-n-Take
Get hands-on with spooky slime! Mix, create, and customize your own creepy concoction to take home.
Join us for the Spooky Science Festival, a frightfully fun celebration of science, creativity, experiments, and discovery! This interactive festival invites visitors of all ages to explore spooky science through hands-on activities, creepy creations, colorful experiments, and engaging STEM experiences.
Festival Details
Dates: Saturday and Sunday, October 24–25
Festival Hours: 12 PM–5 PM both days
Theme: Spooky science, STEM, creativity, and Halloween fun
Format: Drop-in activities throughout the day
Activities: Free and ticketed experiences
Our activities are designed to make science fun, creative, and accessible for visitors of all ages. Stop by throughout the weekend to experiment, create, discover, and explore the spooky side of science!
Monster Genetics Lab
Step into the lab and explore the spooky science of genetics through a fun, hands-on monster-themed activity.
Are you looking for extra volunteer and SSL hours? Stop by the library to help put together our Bubble in a Box Take & Makes.
Join us in becoming a water scientist for a day! Learn what it takes to be a water scientist and help with climate change impact data collection! Registration required.
AI Explorers: Understanding Artificial Intelligence
A four-part virtual series for Maryland STEM Festival 2026
Stop in to see our 3D printer in action and take home a small 3D printed object while supplies last.
Check out how “Hive Intelligence” works. Suit up in a bee suit at our “Hive Dive”. Suitable for all ages.
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