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Nano Thin Films
One event on July 28, 2022 at 10:30 am
One event on July 30, 2022 at 10:30 am
One event on July 31, 2022 at 12:30 pm
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Visit The Discovery’s Spark!Lab Smithsonian to explore nano technology by creating a thin film. A thin film is a layer of material ranging from less than a nanometer (one billionth of a meter) to several micrometers thick. Everyday examples of thin films include soap bubbles, oil slicks on water, and anti-reflection coating on eyeglasses. Scientists are developing thin films to use as computer memory and in solar cells. Please note: This activity includes materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged…
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Nano Thin Films
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Visit The Discovery’s Spark!Lab Smithsonian to explore nano technology by creating a thin film. A thin film is a layer of material ranging from less than a nanometer (one billionth of a meter) to several micrometers thick. Everyday examples of thin films include soap bubbles, oil slicks on water, and anti-reflection coating on eyeglasses. Scientists are developing thin films to use as computer memory and in solar cells. Please note: This activity includes materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged…
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Rubber Band Racers
An event every week that begins at 9:30 am on Saturday, repeating until July 30, 2022
One event on July 10, 2022 at 12:30 pm
One event on July 31, 2022 at 12:30 pm
Reno, NV 89501 United States
The future of transportation is in your hands! Visit The Shop to use available tools and materials to create a miniature car that uses a rubber band for power. Experiment with a variety of rubber bands to see which will make your car move faster, slower or travel farther? Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely…
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Nano Thin Films
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Visit The Discovery’s Spark!Lab Smithsonian to explore nano technology by creating a thin film. A thin film is a layer of material ranging from less than a nanometer (one billionth of a meter) to several micrometers thick. Everyday examples of thin films include soap bubbles, oil slicks on water, and anti-reflection coating on eyeglasses. Scientists are developing thin films to use as computer memory and in solar cells. Please note: This activity includes materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged…
Find out more »![](https://nvdm.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Rubber_Band_Cars-580x400.jpg)
Rubber Band Racers
Reno, NV 89501 United States
The future of transportation is in your hands! Visit The Shop to use available tools and materials to create a miniature car that uses a rubber band for power. Experiment with a variety of rubber bands to see which will make your car move faster, slower or travel farther? Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely…
Find out more »![Paper Bird Kite](https://nvdm.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Paper_Bird_Kite-580x400-1.jpg)
Paper Bird Kites
One event on August 13, 2022 at 9:30 am
One event on August 14, 2022 at 12:30 pm
One event on August 20, 2022 at 9:30 am
One event on August 27, 2022 at 9:30 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Be ready to catch the autumn breezes with a kite you build in the The Shop. Using available tools and a variety of paper, you can design and build a bird kite that will soar on the winds at the end of a string. Best of all, what you create is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use…
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Open Build: Cardboard
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Hands-on gets serious in The Shop! In this material-specific session of Open Build, you’ll use real tools to build nearly anything you can imagine out of cardboard. Best of all, what you create is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
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Paper Bird Kites
One event on August 13, 2022 at 9:30 am
One event on August 14, 2022 at 12:30 pm
One event on August 20, 2022 at 9:30 am
One event on August 27, 2022 at 9:30 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Be ready to catch the autumn breezes with a kite you build in the The Shop. Using available tools and a variety of paper, you can design and build a bird kite that will soar on the winds at the end of a string. Best of all, what you create is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use…
Find out more »![Paper Bird Kite](https://nvdm.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Paper_Bird_Kite-580x400-1.jpg)
Paper Bird Kites
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Be ready to catch the autumn breezes with a kite you build in the The Shop. Using available tools and a variety of paper, you can design and build a bird kite that will soar on the winds at the end of a string. Best of all, what you create is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use…
Find out more »![Paper Bird Kite](https://nvdm.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Paper_Bird_Kite-580x400-1.jpg)
Paper Bird Kites
One event on August 13, 2022 at 9:30 am
One event on August 14, 2022 at 12:30 pm
One event on August 20, 2022 at 9:30 am
One event on August 27, 2022 at 9:30 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Be ready to catch the autumn breezes with a kite you build in the The Shop. Using available tools and a variety of paper, you can design and build a bird kite that will soar on the winds at the end of a string. Best of all, what you create is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use…
Find out more »![Open Build: Plastic](https://nvdm.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Open_Build-Plastics-580x400-1.jpg)
Open Build: Plastics
One event on November 13, 2022 at 11:30 am
One event on February 5, 2023 at 11:30 am
One event on March 5, 2023 at 11:30 am
One event on April 9, 2023 at 11:30 am
One event on May 28, 2023 at 11:30 am
One event on August 12, 2023 at 10:30 am
One event on August 13, 2023 at 11:30 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Hands-on gets serious in The Shop! In this material-specific session of Open Build, you’ll use real tools to build nearly anything you can imagine out of a variety of plastics. Best of all, what you create is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »![Paper Bird Kite](https://nvdm.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Paper_Bird_Kite-580x400-1.jpg)
Paper Bird Kites
One event on August 13, 2022 at 9:30 am
One event on August 14, 2022 at 12:30 pm
One event on August 20, 2022 at 9:30 am
One event on August 27, 2022 at 9:30 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Be ready to catch the autumn breezes with a kite you build in the The Shop. Using available tools and a variety of paper, you can design and build a bird kite that will soar on the winds at the end of a string. Best of all, what you create is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use…
Find out more »![](https://nvdm.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Wood_Scrap_Animals-580x400.jpg)
Open Build: Wood
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Hands-on gets serious in The Shop! In this material-specific session of Open Build, you’ll use real tools to build nearly anything you can imagine out of wood. Best of all, what you create is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »![Recycled Tree](https://nvdm.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Recycled_Tree-580x400-1.jpg)
DIY Recycled Tree
Reno, NV 89501 United States
In this hands-on activity in The Shop, you can use a variety of materials to create a tree sculpture. Choose from a plethora of reclaimed and repurposed materials to design and build a sculptural rendition of a tree. Best of all, what you make is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »![Open Build: National Wildlife Day](https://nvdm.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Open_Build-National_Wildlife_Day-580x400-1.jpg)
Open Build: National Wildlife Day
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Celebrate National Wildlife Day with an exciting open build project in The Shop. Using wood, fabric, plastic, and more, create your rendition of your favorite animal. Best of all, what you make is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »![](https://nvdm.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Wood_Scrap_Animals-580x400.jpg)
Open Build: Wood
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Hands-on gets serious in The Shop! In this material-specific session of Open Build, you’ll use real tools to build nearly anything you can imagine out of wood. Best of all, what you create is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »![](https://nvdm.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Fall_String_Art-580x400.jpg)
Fall String Art
An event every week that begins at 11:30 am on Sunday, repeating until September 18, 2022
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Visit The Shop to create the perfect decoration for fall. Using hammers and nails, you can create a autumn-inspired shape to trace with festive fall yarn. Best of all, what you make is yours to take home! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »![Cardboard Monster Jaws](https://nvdm.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Cardboard_Montster_Jaws-580x400-1.jpg)
Cardboard Monster Jaws
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Combine art with engineering in this design challenge in The Shop. Using cardboard and fasteners, you can create a set of “monster” jaws that chew when you activate them with your hands. Experiment with a variety of parameters during your build to see what makes the strongest set of jaws! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in…
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DIY Photo Frames
One event on February 1, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on February 4, 2023 at 9:30 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Develop or refine your carpentry skills when you build a custom photo frame in The Shop. Using a variety of tools and materials, you’ll create a frame perfect for your favorite photograph. Keep it for yourself or give it as a holiday gift! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »![](https://nvdm.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Fall_String_Art-580x400.jpg)
Fall String Art
An event every week that begins at 11:30 am on Sunday, repeating until September 18, 2022
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Visit The Shop to create the perfect decoration for fall. Using hammers and nails, you can create a autumn-inspired shape to trace with festive fall yarn. Best of all, what you make is yours to take home! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »![Balloon-powered Car](https://nvdm.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Balloon_Powered_Car-580x400-1.jpg)
Balloon-powered Cars
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Turn a pile of trash into a toy car—and watch it go! In this activity you’ll learn some physics concepts and use recycled materials to build a toy car that is propelled by a balloon. You can even find a friend, build two cars and race them against each other. Whose car will go the fastest? Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use…
Find out more »![Cardboard Monster Jaws](https://nvdm.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Cardboard_Montster_Jaws-580x400-1.jpg)
Cardboard Monster Jaws
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Combine art with engineering in this design challenge in The Shop. Using cardboard and fasteners, you can create a set of “monster” jaws that chew when you activate them with your hands. Experiment with a variety of parameters during your build to see what makes the strongest set of jaws! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in…
Find out more »![](https://nvdm.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Cardboard-580x400.jpg)
Open Build: Cardboard
One event on November 20, 2022 at 11:30 am
One event on January 15, 2023 at 11:30 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Hands-on gets serious in The Shop! In this material-specific session of Open Build, you’ll use real tools to build nearly anything you can imagine out of cardboard. Best of all, what you create is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can cause injury if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »![Cardboard Halloween Town](https://nvdm.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Cardboard_Halloween_Town-580x400-1.jpg)
Cardboard Halloween Town
An event every week that begins at 3:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until October 26, 2022
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Work with fellow museum visitors in The Shop to create a spooky cardboard Halloween-themed town. Build homes, skyscrapers, churches, parks, stores—whatever you can imagine. This is an ongoing collaborative project that will grow and change throughout the month of October. Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
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