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For Children

Camps, Classes & Workshops!

There’s always something for everyone at Carnegie Science Center! We offer unique, entertaining, and educational programs for a variety of age groups.

The Science Behind Pixar

Venture into the creativity behind Woody, Sulley, and all your favorite Pixar characters with 50 hands-on activities.

The Rangos Giant Cinema

A movie experience like no other. With digital 4K clarity and Dolby Atmos surround sound, you will feel like you are in the movie.

Preschool Adventures

Wed., Dec. 4
10:15–11:15 am
$14 Members/$16 Nonmembers (per child + adult helper) General Admission not included

Preschool Adventures are specifically designed around suitable themes for little scientists to cultivate a love for learning and to teach them basic science concepts. Discover more!

Wonder Workshops: Game Changers

Sat., Dec. 7
10:15 am–12:15 pm

Learn about board game design and the players’ place in it! From the rules to the design of the board itself, families will get to experience creating their own game that they can enjoy again and again even after the workshop is over.

Breakfast and The Polar Express (3D) with Santa

Sat., Dec. 21
9 am–1 pm
$40 Adult $24 Child Members/ $50 Adult $30 Child Nonmembers

All Aboard! Get ready for a jolly good time at Carnegie Science Center’s Breakfast and a Movie with Santa! This magical event is packed with holiday cheer and merriment for the whole family.

Holiday Camps

Thurs.–Mon.,
Dec. 26–30
9 am–3 pm
For ages 6–11

Get ready for messy fun as you create your own little snowy world in a globe, sled race Sphero robots, construct LEGO^® contraptions, and soar like a superhero!

Locomotion Weekend

Sat.–Sun.,
Jan. 18–19, 2025
10 am–4 pm
Included with General Admission

See a rail yard full of guest train displays owned and operated by model train enthusiasts.

Sensory Sensitive Science Events

Discover how we can help make a visit more accessible with our special sensory-friendly events!

Fab Lab Public Workshops

Have you ever wanted to experiment with a 3D printer? Want to learn how to use a laser cutter?

Student Competitions

Show off your best science skills, and compete for cool prizes and major bragging rights!

Birthday Parties

Make your child’s birthday a blast at Pittsburgh’s destination for science and technology fun!