Open Studio invites visitors to follow their curiosity, ask “what if?”, and explore hands-on materials in their own way inside the Discovery Lab.
With ever-changing materials and playful themes, this self-guided program encourages open-ended discovery through science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM). While prompts and tools are provided, there’s no single way to engage! Visitors are free to experiment, invent, and explore in a way that feels uniquely them.
All programs are included in general admission and are free for members.To ensure entry, members are encouraged to reserve tickets in advance, as walk-in availability is not guaranteed. Discovery Lab programs are funded in part by a GlobalGiving grant made in partnership with 3M, as well as the Westminster College Foundation.
January 27, 2026 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm
Build-a-Coaster
Build, test, twist, and roll!
In this engineering-inspired Open Studio, visitors can design and build their own mini marble roller coaster using a variety of materials. Try flexible tubes, folded paper tracks, cardboard, tape, straws, or connectors to create loops and drops, then test your coaster with marbles or pom poms to see how it rides. Add your creation to our growing coaster park in the Discovery Lab for others to enjoy!
January 28, 2026 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Build-a-Coaster
Build, test, twist, and roll!
In this engineering-inspired Open Studio, visitors can design and build their own mini marble roller coaster using a variety of materials. Try flexible tubes, folded paper tracks, cardboard, tape, straws, or connectors to create loops and drops, then test your coaster with marbles or pom poms to see how it rides. Add your creation to our growing coaster park in the Discovery Lab for others to enjoy!
January 28, 2026 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm
Build-a-Coaster
Build, test, twist, and roll!
In this engineering-inspired Open Studio, visitors can design and build their own mini marble roller coaster using a variety of materials. Try flexible tubes, folded paper tracks, cardboard, tape, straws, or connectors to create loops and drops, then test your coaster with marbles or pom poms to see how it rides. Add your creation to our growing coaster park in the Discovery Lab for others to enjoy!
January 29, 2026 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Build-a-Coaster
Build, test, twist, and roll!
In this engineering-inspired Open Studio, visitors can design and build their own mini marble roller coaster using a variety of materials. Try flexible tubes, folded paper tracks, cardboard, tape, straws, or connectors to create loops and drops, then test your coaster with marbles or pom poms to see how it rides. Add your creation to our growing coaster park in the Discovery Lab for others to enjoy!
January 29, 2026 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm
Build-a-Coaster
Build, test, twist, and roll!
In this engineering-inspired Open Studio, visitors can design and build their own mini marble roller coaster using a variety of materials. Try flexible tubes, folded paper tracks, cardboard, tape, straws, or connectors to create loops and drops, then test your coaster with marbles or pom poms to see how it rides. Add your creation to our growing coaster park in the Discovery Lab for others to enjoy!
January 30, 2026 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Build-a-Coaster
Build, test, twist, and roll!
In this engineering-inspired Open Studio, visitors can design and build their own mini marble roller coaster using a variety of materials. Try flexible tubes, folded paper tracks, cardboard, tape, straws, or connectors to create loops and drops, then test your coaster with marbles or pom poms to see how it rides. Add your creation to our growing coaster park in the Discovery Lab for others to enjoy!
January 30, 2026 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm
Build-a-Coaster
Build, test, twist, and roll!
In this engineering-inspired Open Studio, visitors can design and build their own mini marble roller coaster using a variety of materials. Try flexible tubes, folded paper tracks, cardboard, tape, straws, or connectors to create loops and drops, then test your coaster with marbles or pom poms to see how it rides. Add your creation to our growing coaster park in the Discovery Lab for others to enjoy!
January 30, 2026 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm
Build-a-Coaster
Build, test, twist, and roll!
In this engineering-inspired Open Studio, visitors can design and build their own mini marble roller coaster using a variety of materials. Try flexible tubes, folded paper tracks, cardboard, tape, straws, or connectors to create loops and drops, then test your coaster with marbles or pom poms to see how it rides. Add your creation to our growing coaster park in the Discovery Lab for others to enjoy!
January 30, 2026 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm
Build-a-Coaster
Build, test, twist, and roll!
In this engineering-inspired Open Studio, visitors can design and build their own mini marble roller coaster using a variety of materials. Try flexible tubes, folded paper tracks, cardboard, tape, straws, or connectors to create loops and drops, then test your coaster with marbles or pom poms to see how it rides. Add your creation to our growing coaster park in the Discovery Lab for others to enjoy!
January 31, 2026 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Build-a-Coaster
Build, test, twist, and roll!
In this engineering-inspired Open Studio, visitors can design and build their own mini marble roller coaster using a variety of materials. Try flexible tubes, folded paper tracks, cardboard, tape, straws, or connectors to create loops and drops, then test your coaster with marbles or pom poms to see how it rides. Add your creation to our growing coaster park in the Discovery Lab for others to enjoy!
January 31, 2026 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm
Build-a-Coaster
Build, test, twist, and roll!
In this engineering-inspired Open Studio, visitors can design and build their own mini marble roller coaster using a variety of materials. Try flexible tubes, folded paper tracks, cardboard, tape, straws, or connectors to create loops and drops, then test your coaster with marbles or pom poms to see how it rides. Add your creation to our growing coaster park in the Discovery Lab for others to enjoy!
January 31, 2026 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm
Build-a-Coaster
Build, test, twist, and roll!
In this engineering-inspired Open Studio, visitors can design and build their own mini marble roller coaster using a variety of materials. Try flexible tubes, folded paper tracks, cardboard, tape, straws, or connectors to create loops and drops, then test your coaster with marbles or pom poms to see how it rides. Add your creation to our growing coaster park in the Discovery Lab for others to enjoy!
