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Invent a Time Machine
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Using recycled materials visitors will build what they think a time machine would look like, thinking about what it needs to “travel through time” and how it would protect them from that travel. 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.
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Invent a Time Machine
One event on September 14, 2025 at 10:30 am
One event on September 17, 2025 at 4:00 pm
One event on September 20, 2025 at 10:30 am
One event on September 21, 2025 at 10:30 am
One event on September 24, 2025 at 4:00 pm
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Using recycled materials visitors will build what they think a time machine would look like, thinking about what it needs to “travel through time” and how it would protect them from that travel. 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.
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Invent a Time Machine
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Using recycled materials visitors will build what they think a time machine would look like, thinking about what it needs to “travel through time” and how it would protect them from that travel. 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.
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Invent a Time Machine
One event on September 14, 2025 at 10:30 am
One event on September 17, 2025 at 4:00 pm
One event on September 20, 2025 at 10:30 am
One event on September 21, 2025 at 10:30 am
One event on September 24, 2025 at 4:00 pm
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Using recycled materials visitors will build what they think a time machine would look like, thinking about what it needs to “travel through time” and how it would protect them from that travel. 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.
Find out more »
Invent a Time Machine
One event on September 14, 2025 at 10:30 am
One event on September 17, 2025 at 4:00 pm
One event on September 20, 2025 at 10:30 am
One event on September 21, 2025 at 10:30 am
One event on September 24, 2025 at 4:00 pm
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Using recycled materials visitors will build what they think a time machine would look like, thinking about what it needs to “travel through time” and how it would protect them from that travel. 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.
Find out more »
Invent a Time Machine
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Using recycled materials visitors will build what they think a time machine would look like, thinking about what it needs to “travel through time” and how it would protect them from that travel. 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.
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Spark!Lab Invention Day
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Invention is a process! You’re invited to visit The Discovery’s Spark!Lab Smithsonian to explore the steps in the invention process including think it, sketch it, create it, tweak it, and sell it. Visit a station for each step in the process and who knows, you might just invent something new! Please note: Spark!Lab offers access to tools and materials that can cause injury if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young inventors use the tools and materials safely in this space.
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Spark!Lab Invention Day
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Invention is a process! You’re invited to visit The Discovery’s Spark!Lab Smithsonian to explore the steps in the invention process including think it, sketch it, create it, tweak it, and sell it. Visit a station for each step in the process and who knows, you might just invent something new! Please note: Spark!Lab offers access to tools and materials that can cause injury if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young inventors use the tools and materials safely in this space.
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