Quest Science Center presents Engineering Explorations, an immersive family event that brings hands-on engineering challenges right to your school or community organization! Explorers of all ages engage in open-ended activities designed to promote critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration.

Perfect for students and families, each 2-hour event hosts up to 800 participants, providing a fun, inclusive environment that fosters teamwork and innovation. Create a welcoming space for your entire community and experience the excitement of engineering together. Bring this one-of-a-kind learning adventure to your school or organization today!

Quest Provides

  • All activities materials and equipment
  • 2 staff members for event setup and support
  • Promotional materials, including flyers, social media templates, and banners
  • Volunteer training and facilitation guidance

You Provide

  • A large indoor space, such as a gym or auditorium
  • 2–4 tables per activity
  • 1-2 teen/adult volunteers per activity
  • Event supervision
  • Promotion and any necessary permits

Event Details

Activities: 8-10 open-ended engineering activities
Audience: K-8th grade students and their families
Attendees: 200-800
Duration:  2 hours
Cost:  $2000

    The most fun I’ve ever had at school!

    Student

    This event brings together families with different backgrounds where anyone can do the activities!

    Assistant Principal

    I don’t want to go home!  Can we stay longer?

    Student

    Love the opportunity to be creative… by building their own things they love science more.

    Parent

    I spent 30 minutes building and testing my rocket, and I’m still not done!

    Student

    I love it! They’re having a great time, trying multiple ideas, and unconventional designs I wouldn’t think would work but do!

    Parent

    I wish we could do this everyday at school!

    Student

    Muy genial! Soy de Colombia y allá no hacen estas cosas hasta que tienen 15 años. Mi hijo tiene 8 y así aprende y se anima.

    una madre

    Very cool! I’m from Colombia and there they don’t do these things until they are 15 years old. My son is 8 and this is how he learns and is encouraged.

    Parent

    Bring engineering to your school or organization!

    Quest makes it easy to organize an event at your school.  To learn more, check out our FAQ for a complete overview and logistics.

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    To request a Engineering Explorations event, complete the request form and we will contact you to work out the details.

    REQUEST ENGINEERING EXPLORATIONS!
    Questions?  Email us at engineering@quest-science.org

    Development Team

    Caleb Cheung, Dan Golub, Dan Bergmann, Forrest Bonaccorsi, Greg Sallaberry, Jan Provan, Joel Bowers, John Henderson, Matt Wraith, Mike Costa, Mitch Thompson, Nick Williams, Rich Hunt, Rick Stulen, Vaughn Draggoo

    Program Development Funders

    Lawrence Livermore National Security, Livermore Valley Wine Foundation, The Rotary Foundation of Livermore

    Special thanks to all the additional volunteers, educators, and supporters who helped develop and pilot the activities.

    Let us know if you would like to volunteer or donate to support Engineering Exploration events in our region.