Project Exploration

Curiosity took the lead at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry Griffin Museum of Science and Industry 🧪🔬✨

Our Project Exploration students spent the day exploring exhibits, asking questions, and seeing science in motion. From hands-on discoveries to the conversations that kept going from one exhibit to the next, this was the kind of learning that sticks.

Plenty of questions. Plenty of laughter. A whole lot to remember. 💙

The assignment: make pizza from scratch.
The result: no crumbs left. 🍕 Okay, maybe a few lol.

Through Culinology with Chef Shanell of Hayah Cafe, Hayah Cafe Chicago our summer campers at Douglass STEM Learning Center got hands-on in the kitchen — mixing dough, choosing toppings, working together, and learning how much science shows up before the first bite.

Cooking, chemistry, collaboration, confidence — all in one slice.

She came to have fun AND learn science. Turns out you can do both. 💚

Summer camp is in full swing at Project Exploration — and these girls are bringing all the energy.

Free after-school and summer programming for Chicago youth. Link in bio to register.

We’ve been quiet on the feed, but not in real life.

summer camp is moving. students are building, testing, asking questions, trying again, and getting their hands on real STEM experiences.

what you’re seeing here is not just summer camp.
it’s access in motion.

HISTORY IS STILL BEING WRITTEN.

A new species, Spinosaurus mirabilis, has been unearthed in the Sahara — led by Project Exploration co-founder Dr. Paul Sereno and his team!!

Recently, our students toured Paul Sereno’s Fossil Lab, where they explored fossil specimens and even participated in a hands-on mini dig experience.

Moments like this transform science from something distant into something tangible.

During Black History Month, we reflect on legacy — and on access. When youth see science up close, when they dig into the past with their own hands, possibility shifts.

Read more about our Fossil Lab field trip at the link in our bio.



Photo credit: Keith Ladzinski / University of Chicago
Artwork credit: Dani Navarro
Article source: ScienceAlert (Feb 20, 2026)

Hey Austin families! Project Exploration is hosting Winter WonderSTEM—a FREE, super-fun, hands-on science bash designed to light up K-8 students and their entire crew.

It’s going to be an awesome day packed with Cool Experiments, Interactive Stations (think building challenges and tinkering), and Demos to make learning STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) even more fun. We want to show every student that STEM is important and totally doable.

The Quick Scoop
We also have FREE SNACKS AND DRINKS!

What: Winter WonderSTEM – A free day to explore all things STEM!
Who: K-8 Students and their awesome families.
Where: Christ Tabernacle Church
When: This Friday!
Cost: Yup, it’s FREE!

Snag Your Tickets Now – Spots are Limited!
You gotta register so we can make sure we have enough cool materials for everyone. Lock in your spot using the Eventbrite link in our bio. Don’t miss out! 🔗👈

Final week to apply for the STEM Signing Day 2026 Scholarship! Submit your application at awards.projectexploration.org by February 6th. Students are encouraged to submit early in case of technical difficulties.

Calling all Gary Community Schools and Gary Charter Schools seniors who are pursuing their college education in fields! We are partnering with to host and recognize your outstanding achievements and goals with a and mentorship opportunity. Apply at awards.projectexploration.org by February 6th at 11:59pm!

Final week to apply for the 2025–2026 STEM Signing Day Scholarship! Applications close Friday, Feb 6 at 11:59 PM. Apply at awards.projectexploration.org!

Questions? Email [email protected].