All the Places We’ll Go – Ages 2-5 August 16-August 18 10am-12pm While many of us may have been stuck in our houses for the past year, computers and the internet have brought us closer to people around the world than ever before. Learn about cultures from all over the world in this fun wrap […]
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To Infinity…And Beyond! Summer Camp
To Infinity…And Beyond! – Ages 5-9 August 2-August 6 8:30am-4:30pm Robot maids, colonies on mars and… a fridge that can unlock your house? While no one is exactly sure what the future holds, there is no doubt technology will play a huge role. Join us as we launch rockets, command robots, design futuristic cities, and […]
Dino Days Summer Camp
Dino Days – Ages 5-9 July 19-July 23 8:30am-4:30pm Dinosaurs roamed the lands of Utah millions of years ago. Bring your little T-rex or triceratops as we dig deep into the world of dinosaurs and other ancient creatures. From experiencing your own archaeological digs to creating your very own fossils, you’re sure to have a […]
Crafts and Concoctions Summer Camp
Crafts and Concoctions – Ages 2-5 July 12-July 14 10am-12pm Science and art are more similar than you think! Join us this week as we create beautiful pieces of art and explore the science behind them. Things will be fizzing, popping, and changing colors in this exciting camp. Little ones will get to do salt-watercolor […]
Artful Antics Summer Camp
Artful Antics – Ages 5-9 July 5-July 9 8:30am-4:30pm Whether your kid is a Petite Picasso or if they (like us) are still fine tuning their artistic talents, they’ll fit right at home in our artsy day camp. We will paint like Picasso, sculpt like Michelangelo, and make mobiles like Calder during this fun week. […]
Wilderness Weebelos Summer Camp
Wilderness Weebelos – Ages 2-5 June 14-June 16 10am-12pm What better time to explore the great outdoors than summer? Join us as we dive into the world of plants, animals, and the habitats where they live. Campers will learn about the plant cycle while doing yoga, walk to DGCM’s community garden, go on a search […]
Outdoor Explorers Summer Camp
Outdoor Explorers – Ages 5-9 June 7-June 11 8:30am-4:30pm The great outdoors is calling! Summers in Utah encourage us to head out into the wondrous playgrounds of our mountains, lakes, and deserts. Join us as we craft sand art, untangle a knotted food chain, and compete in the EAC (Extreme Animal Championships), and you’ll be […]
The World from Couch Eye View – Spring Break Camp
Traveling the world has become difficult in the past year, but that doesn’t mean we can’t still discover new and fascinating cultures! Join Discovery Gateway as we take a tour around the world and learn about many different cultures through crafts, stories, and games.
Colors of Spring – Spring Break Camp
From mountains blanketed in green to the brilliant reds of yellows of blooming tulips, the outside world is alight with colors every spring. Join Discovery Gateway as we explore the many properties of colors with crafts, experiments, and games!
Astronaut Boot Camp!
Do you have what it takes to be an astronaut? During this week-long event we will have STEAM activities in the museum and on the blog to get you in shape for outer space.
Chinese New Year!
Celebrate the Chinese New Year with The Confucius Institute! Join us on our Facebook on February 10th for a cooking demo to learn an easy recipe to welcome the Year of the Ox!
STEAM Learning Lab – Physics and Toy Cars with Mark Miller Subaru
One of the best ways to teach kids about science is through play. By doing these experiments with toy cars, we can teach kids about physics and the scientific process.
STEAM Learning Lab – Presidential Debate Activity
The election is getting so close! As part of our election activities, this month we are going to talk about the debates. Sometimes kids can get confused and think that debates are arguments, but really debates have a lot of rules and are a chance for candidates to show how their different viewpoints compare to one another.
STEAM Learning Lab – High Tide – Low Tide
Just because we don’t live by the beach doesn’t mean we can’t pretend! Build up your vocabulary and act like an underwater animal in this fun “Simon Says”—style game.
STEAM Learning Lab – Ice Fishing
While it may be getting warmer in Utah, in some parts of the world it is still cold and snowy. At the South Pole, the warmest temperature ever recorded was nine degrees Fahrenheit! This is good news for animals who love the cold, and also for snowmen. After all, only heat can melt the snow and ice, right? Let’s try a little experiment to find out more!
Science | We Love Discovery Gateway Activity
Join us in the STEAM Studio for science focused experiences!
Art | Hanukkah Activity
Join us in the STEAM Studio for art focused experiences!
“Instant Family” Special Activity
What does family mean to you? Join Discovery Gateway in the STEAM Lab this afternoon for a special activity highlighting family!
Spider Web Activity
Join us in the STEAM Studio for inquiry-based, participant-focused, and engaging programs!