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Work with fellow museum visitors in Spark!Lab Smithsonian to create an expansive cardboard city. Build homes, skyscrapers, churches, parks, stores… whatever you can imagine. This is an ongoing collaborative project that will grow and change throughout the day. Please note: This activity includes access to tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young inventors use the tools and materials safely in this space.

Work with fellow museum visitors in Spark!Lab Smithsonian to create an expansive cardboard city. Build homes, skyscrapers, churches, parks, stores… whatever you can imagine. This is an ongoing collaborative project that will grow and change throughout the day. Please note: This activity includes access to tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young inventors use the tools and materials safely in this space.

Mary Louise “Missy” Cummings Ph.D. was one of the United States Navy’s first female fighter pilots. She is also a mechanical engineer and professor specializing in human-autonomous system interaction. She has conducted influential research on artificial intelligence, automation, and human patterns in engineering. Take inspiration from Missy Cummings Ph.D. when you visit The Shop to design and build your version of a jet. Using available materials and real tools, you can create your own version of a fighter jet! Please note: The Shop offers access to real…

Mary Louise “Missy” Cummings Ph.D. was one of the United States Navy’s first female fighter pilots. She is also a mechanical engineer and professor specializing in human-autonomous system interaction. She has conducted influential research on artificial intelligence, automation, and human patterns in engineering. Take inspiration from Missy Cummings Ph.D. when you visit The Shop to design and build your version of a jet. Using available materials and real tools, you can create your own version of a fighter jet! Please note: The Shop offers access to real…

Work with fellow museum visitors in Spark!Lab Smithsonian to create an expansive cardboard city. Build homes, skyscrapers, churches, parks, stores… whatever you can imagine. This is an ongoing collaborative project that will grow and change throughout the day. Please note: This activity includes access to tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young inventors use the tools and materials safely in this space.