Pacific Science Center

Experiments and innovation are central to the experiences we provide and the work we do. We also demonstrate that failure is a key ingredient of progress. source

Learn how to make chocolate chip cookies and the science behind each ingredient and step. This activity discusses chemistry and properties of heat. Individual steps appropriate for various ages depending on their age and skill level. Design, build, test and repeat! Continue experimenting and innovating with Tinker Tank at Home. Check out these instructional videos […]

Light up rooms with a lava lamp made with everyday kitchen items. This activity involves chemistry and is appropriate for all ages with adult supervision. Design, build, test and repeat! Continue experimenting and innovating with Tinker Tank at Home. Check out these instructional videos of do-it-yourself activities. Build a milk carton boat, create a carbon-dioxide […]

Create a raincloud using items found at home. This activity involves weather and the scientific method, and is appropriate for all ages with adult supervision. Design, build, test and repeat! Continue experimenting and innovating with Tinker Tank at Home. Check out these instructional videos of do-it-yourself activities. Build a milk carton boat, create a carbon-dioxide […]

Make music and sound with wine glasses. This activity discusses the physics of sound and the scientific method, and is appropriate for all ages with adult guidance. Design, build, test and repeat! Continue experimenting and innovating with Tinker Tank at Home. Check out these instructional videos of do-it-yourself activities. Build a milk carton boat, create […]

Make a new slime like substance called oobleck. This activity involves chemistry and the scientific method, and is appropriate for all ages with adult supervision. Design, build, test and repeat! Continue experimenting and innovating with Tinker Tank at Home. Check out these instructional videos of do-it-yourself activities. Build a milk carton boat, create a carbon-dioxide […]

Learn about fractions with candy, marbles or other household items. This activities involves math, and is appropriate for ages 8 and up. Design, build, test and repeat! Continue experimenting and innovating with Tinker Tank at Home. Check out these instructional videos of do-it-yourself activities. Build a milk carton boat, create a carbon-dioxide rich atmosphere, make […]

Learn how to bend light using items at home. This activity includes light, matter and the scientific method, and is appropriate for all ages with an adult. Design, build, test and repeat! Continue experimenting and innovating with Tinker Tank at Home. Check out these instructional videos of do-it-yourself activities. Build a milk carton boat, create […]

Investigate the science of sound at this rockin’ show! Explore mad melodies, loud lyrics, roaring riffs and the science behind them. See experiments, theatrics, and tricks in action during one of PacSci’s Live Science Shows. See shows on PacSci Now or live with a rotating selection at the science center. Each promises to inspire curiosity, […]

PacSci Now brings you into daily life at PacSci with behind-the-scenes content. See the butterflies flutter, listen to interviews with staff, try STEM activities, meet STEM professionals, and learn about a wide variety of scientific topics. Get to know the fun and quirky side of PacSci, while learning about scientific topics. source