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Children will discover how mirrors and reflections can play tricks, try to touch a mirage and make a periscope to see above and beyond at this free workshop presented by Mad Science.

The beloved children's Planetarium show that the whole family can enjoy, The Little Star That Could, celebrates the 30th anniversary of its premiere, and you and your little ones are invited to celebrate at this special birthday pajama party.

Dig into the current research in seismology, geology and paleontology, see a 66 million year old dinosaur footprint, learn about Missouri's Supervolcano and lots more during Rock, Fossil, Quake: A Celebration of Earth Science, a free event at the Saint Louis Science Center.

Kids in fifth grade and up, along with their parents, can spend an afternoon learning about the heart and cardiovascular system in this hands-on experience with anatomy and physiology experts from Adventures in Medicine and Science from Washington University.

First Fridays at the Saint Louis Science Center include free parking and fun activities centered around a theme. This month: Journey to Middle Earth. You'll see amazing science demonstrations, Planetarium shows, Center Stage activities, special movie showings and more.

Explore the idea of never paying for gas again at the Saint Louis Science Center's 3rd Annual Electric Vehicle (EV) Car Show featuring factory produced models and cars converted to electric. 

Let your child experience Little Medical School, inspiring tomorrow's doctors today! This one-day class offer a fun, innovative opportunity to role play and use tools real doctors use.

Little Medical School curriculums are aligned with STEM objectives, and bring medicine, science and the importance of health to children in an entertaining, exciting and fun way. Through hands-on demonstrations, crafts, and games, children are engaged as they explore the exciting world of medicine.

For children entering kindergarten through fifth grade.