Discovery Lab: Workshop

Discovery Lab: Workshop offers hands-on learning experiences designed for curious explorers ready to dive a little deeper. 

With guided instruction and a limited number of participants, each session focuses on building and exploring new skills in science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) in a focused, small-group setting.

Wristbands are required for workshops and available 30 minutes before each workshop at the Discovery Lab entrance on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Adult supervision is required. Participation is limited. Workshops are included with general admission and are free for members. Discovery Lab programs are funded in part by a GlobalGiving grant made in partnership with 3M.

October 11, 2025 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Petals and Pigments
Explore the anatomy of flowers and the colours of nature in this hands-on art and science workshop! Visitors will explore the anatomy of a flower up close before using petals, stems, and leaves as inspiration and tools for creating a botanical art masterpiece. Visitors will experiment with natural pigments, colour transfer, and discover how natural dyes are made!

This workshop supports STEAM learning through scientific observation, experimentation, and creative expression.

20 spots available
Wristbands are required for workshops and available 30 minutes before each workshop at the Discovery Lab entrance on a first-come, first-served basis. This workshop is recommended for ages 7-12.

October 18, 2025 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Frankenstein's Toy Lab
Break it, build it and bring it to life! In this hands-on, DIY workshop, visitors will take apart old toys and mix-and-match the pieces to create brand-new creatures, machines, and wild inventions! Using real tools like screwdrivers and pliers, recycled materials and plenty of imagination, visitors will design and craft one-of-a-kind toys to take home.

This workshop supports STEAM learning through engineering, design thinking, and creative problem-solving.

20 spots available
Wristbands are required for workshops and available 30 minutes before each workshop at the Discovery Lab entrance on a first-come, first-served basis. This workshop is recommended for ages 7-12.

October 25, 2025 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Fizzy Science
Get ready to mix, scoop and experiment! In this workshop, visitors will explore chemical reactions by combining everyday ingredients to create their own fizzy science surprise. Each participant will take their creation home, where the experiment continues: Just add water and watch the reaction come to life!

This workshop supports STEAM learning through hands-on experimentation, scientific observation, and creative thinking

20 spots available
Wristbands are required for workshops and available 30 minutes before each workshop at the Discovery Lab entrance on a first-come, first-served basis. This workshop is recommended for ages 3-9.

November 30, 2025 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Cornhusk Dolls with Ska-nah-doht
With guidance from Ska-Nah-Doht Village and Museum, visitors will create their own corn husk doll to take home while learning how local Indigenous communities have used every part of the corn plant for food, tools, and teachings.

This workshop supports STEAM learning through hands-on design, cultural knowledge-sharing, and exploring natural materials.

30 spots available
Wristbands are required for workshops and available 30 minutes before each workshop at the Discovery Lab entrance on a first-come, first-served basis. This workshop is recommended for ages 6-12.

November 30, 2025 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm

Cornhusk Dolls with Ska-nah-doht
With guidance from Ska-Nah-Doht Village and Museum, visitors will create their own corn husk doll to take home while learning how local Indigenous communities have used every part of the corn plant for food, tools, and teachings.

This workshop supports STEAM learning through hands-on design, cultural knowledge-sharing, and exploring natural materials.

30 spots available
Wristbands are required for workshops and available 30 minutes before each workshop at the Discovery Lab entrance on a first-come, first-served basis. This workshop is recommended for ages 6-12.

December 5, 2025 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm

Light-Up Cards
Design, experiment, and create your own light-up masterpiece! In this workshop, visitors will design cards that light up using real LED circuits. Explore how electricity flows, discover what makes materials conductive, and add fun pop-out elements to bring your design to life!

This workshop supports STEAM learning through hands-on experimentation, creative problem solving, and introduction to electrical circuits. 

15 spots available
Wristbands are required for workshops and available 30 minutes before each workshop at the Discovery Lab entrance on a first-come, first-served basis. This workshop is recommended for ages 7-12.

December 12, 2025 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm

Press & Paint
Design, craft, press, and reveal your design! In this workshop inspired by block printing, visitors will create custom stamps using styrofoam blocks to make colourful printed art. Learn how artists use positive and negative space to design their prints, then roll on the paint and see your creation come to life!

This workshop supports STEAM learning through creative design, fine-motor skill development, and an exploration of art and pattern-making.

15 spots available
Wristbands are required for workshops and available 30 minutes before each workshop at the Discovery Lab entrance on a first-come, first-served basis. This workshop is recommended for ages 4–12.