Science Fair Fridays / August 7: Paper Rocket Engineering
About this Event
Science Fair Fridays
Experience the excitement of science + engineering in action!
Join us for Science Fair Fridays, a free STEM experience designed for curious kids ages 6–12 who love to explore, experiment, and discover. Our Craft Lab Techs bring science to life through exciting demonstrations and hands-on activities that make STEM concepts fun, engaging, and easy to understand.
August 7 Challenge: Design a paper rocket that can hit the target!
August 14: Challenge TBD
August 28" Challenge TBD
What to Expect
Hands-On STEM Experiments
Young scientists will have the opportunity to participate in exciting STEM experiments and activities designed to spark curiosity and creativity.
Kids can choose to conduct experiments independently or work with assistance from our Craft Lab Techs, making this event welcoming for all experience levels.
New Discoveries Every Week
Each Friday features different STEM topics, experiments, and demonstrations, so there's always something new to learn and explore.
Why You'll Love It
🔬 Interactive Learning – Conduct real experiments and see science in action.
🧠 Build STEM Skills – Encourage critical thinking, problem-solving, and confidence.
👩🔬 Guided or Independent Exploration – Choose the level of support that's right for you.
🤝 Make New Friends – Connect with other young scientists and makers in the community.
Details
Cost: Free
Best for ages: 6–12 years
Getting Here & What to Expect:
All events take place inside the Craft Lab at Because Science, our retail shop located at 1759 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DC (across from the Line Hotel in Adams Morgan).
Look for the squiggly rainbow mural! Enter Because Science and walk to the back of the store (between the biology and anatomy sections) to find the entrance to the Craft Lab
Metro: We're a 10-minute walk from the Woodley Park (red line) or Columbia Heights (green line) Metro stations.
Bus: The D72, D74, C51, and C53 buses stop nearby.
Parking: Street parking is mostly limited to 30 minutes—walking, biking, or ride share is recommended. There is a parking garage located at 2421 18th St NW, about a block away.
If you’re running late or need help finding us, just call the store at 202-248-1366
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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