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Featured Events

Social Science: Best Of at The Discovery in Reno, Nevada on Saturday, September 6, 2025
Sat
06
Sep

Social Science: Best Of

Science Distilled: Drive-in for Science 9-13-25
Sat
13
Sep

Science Distilled: Drive-in for Science

Fri
07
Nov

Chemistry of the Cocktail

All events for Open Build: Flying Machines

Build a Flying Machine
Thu
14
Aug

Open Build: Flying Machines

August 14 @ 10:30 am - 4:30 pm
The Discovery, 490 S. Center Street
Reno, NV 89501 United States

Take inspiration from Orville & Wilbur Wright when you visit The Shop to design and build your version of a flyer machine. Using available materials and real tool, you can create your own rendition of the famous Wright Flyer! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents/caregivers are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.

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Build a Flying Machine
Fri
15
Aug

Open Build: Flying Machines

August 15 @ 10:30 am - 4:30 pm
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One event on August 15, 2025 at 10:30 am

The Discovery, 490 S. Center Street
Reno, NV 89501 United States

Take inspiration from Orville & Wilbur Wright when you visit The Shop to design and build your version of a flyer machine. Using available materials and real tool, you can create your own rendition of the famous Wright Flyer! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents/caregivers are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.

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