Total Innovations Day

Picture a playground of possibility where young minds ignite with imagination, transforming dreams into reality.

Event Date
Saturday, March 30, 2024
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Event Time
9:00 am
5:00 pm
9:00 am
5:00 pm
*The Museum opens at noon on Sundays.
Ages
All Ages
Admission
General Admission
Location
Accessibility
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About the Event

Activities, events and times subject to change.

With sparks flying and gears turning, dive headfirst into the thrilling process of invention, concocting contraptions that defy expectation and redefine possibility. From DIY vehicles to gravity-defying gadgets, every corner buzzes with the excitement of discovery as pint-sized pioneers test, tweak, and tinker their way to greatness.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Vroom Academy: Get ready to rev up your engines and unleash your inner engineer as kids race into action at Vroom Academy, where the thrill of invention meets the fast lane of imagination, turning dreams into reality with their own innovative cars and car-related activities!

When: From 10 am to 4 pm in Kid's Hall Alcove

No Innovations Limits: Embark on an adrenaline-fueled adventure as you test the limits of innovation with Rolly Ramps, harness the power of the wind with Pinwheel Wind Catchers, zoom into action with Lego Racecars, and dive headfirst into a colossal showdown with the Giant Video Game Challenge, where excitement knows no bounds and every moment is a pulse-pounding thrill ride!

When: All day in Chevron Maker Annex

Solar Eclipse Pinhole Viewers: Get ready to embark on a cosmic journey as kids delve into the captivating world of astronomy, crafting their own solar eclipse Pinhole Viewers, unlocking the mysteries of the universe one tiny pinhole at a time!

When: All day in INVISTA Science Station

Newton's Spinning Color Wheel: Prepare to spin into a whirlwind of color and discovery as kids embark on an electrifying journey into the world of physics, crafting their very own Newton’s Spinning Color Wheel, where every rotation unleashes a kaleidoscope of hues, igniting a passion for science that shines brighter than the stars themselves!

When: All day in Junktion

Rubber Band Helicopters: Get ready to soar to new heights of excitement as you engineer your own Rubber Band Helicopter, propelling your creativity skyward and unlocking the thrill of flight in a whirlwind of fun and innovation!

When: 10:30 am, noon, 1:30 and 3 pm in Power Science Lab

UHD Innovation Nation: Get set for a whirlwind of discovery as University of Houston Downtown (UHD) students ignite your imagination with a dynamic array of invention experiments, from molding putty into whimsical shapes to unleashing the power of a mini volcano eruption, exploring the wonders of density and solubility, and even conjuring up mesmerizing tornadoes in a bottle, as every fizz, pop, and whirl transforms learning into an electrifying adventure!

When: From 2 to 5 pm in New Kid's Hall

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Event Date
Saturday, March 30, 2024
Event Date
Sat
Mar
30
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Sat
Mar
30
2024
Event Time
9:00 am
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5:00 pm
9:00 am
5:00 pm
Ages
All Ages
Admission
General Admission
Location
Disability Accessibility
CONSIDER WEARING A MASK
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