Welcome to “Innovate & Inspire: Your Guide to STEAM Activities in Colorado”! 🌟 Whether you’re a curious kid, a budding scientist, or a creative adult looking to expand your horizons, we’ve got you covered with a treasure trove of engaging STEAM activities right in your backyard. From hands-on experiments to artistic explorations, these local businesses are here to ignite your passion for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math! 🧪💻🎨
Dive into the world of discovery where imagination meets innovation, and learning is as exciting as a wild ride through the cosmos! 🚀 So grab your lab coat, put on your thinking cap, and let’s explore the wonders of STEAM in Colorado—where the only limit is your imagination!
🧠 STEAM Activity Businesses & Centers
Challenger Learning Center of Colorado – Colorado Springs
Ages: 5+ (Programs for kids, teens, and adults)
Cost: Varies by program, typically $15-$50 per session
Activities: Offers immersive space missions, science workshops, robotics classes, and virtual reality simulations. Great for school groups, family activities, or even birthday parties!
More Info: Challenger Learning Center Website
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Cool Science – Colorado Springs
Ages: 4-16
Cost: Varies; workshops typically start at $10
Activities: This nonprofit offers hands-on science events, after-school workshops, and even a “Cool Science Carnival” for kids to explore topics like chemistry, engineering, and physics.
More Info: Cool Science Website
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Snapology of Colorado Springs – Colorado Springs
Ages: 3-14
Cost: Workshops start at around $15; camps and longer programs vary
Activities: STEAM-centered classes and camps using LEGO® and K’Nex® to teach robotics, coding, engineering, and problem-solving. Snapology also offers birthday party packages and team-building events.
More Info: Snapology Website
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iSpace Learning & Research Center – Monument
Ages: 5+ (programs for both kids and adults)
Cost: Prices vary based on program; workshops start around $20
Activities: Hands-on labs, digital design, 3D printing, coding, and more. They offer everything from one-time workshops to ongoing classes and events.
More Info: iSpace Learning Center
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Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum – Colorado Springs
Ages: All ages, though some activities are designed for kids and families
Cost: Free, though some events may have a small fee
Activities: While technically a museum, they host monthly STEAM Family Days, with rotating themes that involve science and technology, such as historical engineering challenges or art-related science.
More Info: Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum
🔬 Specialty STEAM Options
The Space Foundation Discovery Center – Colorado Springs
Specialty: Space-focused STEAM experiences for all ages.
Activities: Rocket building, planetarium shows, space tech workshops, and even summer camps. They also have a Mars Robotics Laboratory where kids can try their hands at operating rovers.
More Info: Space Foundation Discovery Center
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The Imagination Space – Castle Rock
Specialty: STEAM programs focused on creativity and design.
Activities: Hands-on workshops in areas like digital art, 3D printing, robotics, and engineering. They also host innovation labs for middle and high schoolers to work on passion projects.
More Info: The Imagination Space
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The Art Lab at Cottonwood Center for the Arts – Colorado Springs
Specialty: Arts-focused STEAM activities for youth.
Activities: STEAM-inspired art classes like digital media, sculpture, and interactive projects for kids and teens.
More Info: Cottonwood Center for the Arts
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