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SUMMARY:Girl Scout Axolotl Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Dive into the fascinating world of axolotls: one of the most unique animals on Earth!\n\nJoin us for a fun\, hands-on Girl Scout program where girls will explore these amazing amphibians through science\, observation\, and creativity.\n\nGirls will:Observe a live axolotl up closeLearn about the axolotl life cycleCreate a life cycle craft to take homeMake axolotl-inspired slimeDiscover how axolotls live and how we can help protect their habitats\n\nEach participant will receive an axolotl fun patch!\n\nhttps://imaginescience.wufoo.com/…/girl-scout-axolotl…/\n\n$15 per girl\, registration required.
URL:https://scienceandhistory.org/event/girl-scout-axolotl-adventure/
LOCATION:Imagination Station\, 224 Nash St SE\, Wilson\, NC\, 27893\, United States
CATEGORIES:Extra Fun Saturday,Girl Scouts
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SUMMARY:NC Statewide Star Party
DESCRIPTION:Blast off with us for an evening of cosmic exploration at the North Carolina Statewide Star Party at the Imagination Station Science and History Museum! \nJoin us for a family-friendly night celebrating space\, the Moon\, and humanity’s journey beyond Earth. We’ll feature a collection of hands-on science activities\, all inspired by this year’s theme\, “Mission to the Moon.” Explore lunar science\, space exploration\, and the challenges of traveling beyond our home planet through interactive stations designed for curious learners of all ages. \nWeather permitting\, enjoy live telescope viewing with the Raleigh Astronomy Club\, and meet amazing community partners including Solar System Ambassadors Liz & Nick\, the Wilson Youth Council\, and the Civil Air Patrol\, Tar River Composite Squadron\, who will help bring space science to life throughout the evening. \nWhether you’re a budding astronaut or a lifelong space fan\, this FREE event is your chance to look up\, get hands-on\, and imagine the future of lunar exploration!
URL:https://scienceandhistory.org/event/nc-statewide-star-party/
LOCATION:Imagination Station\, 224 Nash St SE\, Wilson\, NC\, 27893\, United States
CATEGORIES:After School,Free,NC Star Party
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T080000
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SUMMARY:Spring Into STEAM 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 3rd Annual Spring into STEAM at Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park! In partnership with the Wilson Farmers & Artisans Market and the NC Science Trail\, this free community event brings together regional STEAM organizations for a morning of hands-on activities\, demonstrations\, and discovery. \nMeet scientists\, educators\, and innovators from across North Carolina while exploring fun\, family-friendly experiences in science\, technology\, engineering\, art\, and math. Participating groups include the NC Science Trail\, Wilson County Public Library\, Aurora Fossil Museum\, NASA JPL Solar System Ambassadors\, Raleigh Astronomy Club\, The Rock Museum\, Seeds of Hope\, Sylvan Heights Bird Park\, A Time for Science\, Wilson County School- STEM office\, and the Queen Anne’s Revenge Conservation Lab. \nStop by while visiting the Farmers Market and discover the amazing STEAM opportunities available in our community!
URL:https://scienceandhistory.org/event/spring-into-steam-2026/
LOCATION:Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park\, 301 S. Goldsboro Street\, Wilson\, NC\, 27893\, United States
CATEGORIES:Extra Fun Saturday,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T110000
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SUMMARY:Preschool Science Says: In the Sky
DESCRIPTION:The moon grows and shrinks\, changing shape night by night. Up in the sky\, it lights our way and invites us to wonder about the world above. \nPreschool Science Says is a FREE\, interactive program designed to build interest and skills in science and literacy for children ages 3-5\, that integrates open-ended science activities with children’s books for young children to learn and explore. \nPlease register online:\nhttps://imaginescience.wufoo.com/forms/q1ewsulb1sgmtl0/
URL:https://scienceandhistory.org/event/preschool-science-says-in-the-sky/
LOCATION:Imagination Station\, 224 Nash St SE\, Wilson\, NC\, 27893\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T110000
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CREATED:20251205T153718Z
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SUMMARY:Preschool Science Says: Magnets
DESCRIPTION:Invisible forces at work! Magnets pull and push\, attract and repel\, helping us discover the hidden power in everyday objects. \nPreschool Science Says is a FREE\, interactive program designed to build interest and skills in science and literacy for children ages 3-5\, that integrates open-ended science activities with children’s books for young children to learn and explore. \nPlease register online:\nhttps://imaginescience.wufoo.com/forms/q1iyc0ty1voiuuy/
URL:https://scienceandhistory.org/event/preschool-science-says-magnets/
LOCATION:Imagination Station\, 224 Nash St SE\, Wilson\, NC\, 27893\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Preschool
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp - Ancient Times Engineering
DESCRIPTION:Explore ANCIENT TIMES ENGINEERING at Imagination Station. Step back in time and discover how ancient civilizations used science and engineering to shape the world around them. Campers will experiment with simple machines\, build and test ancient technologies\, and solve hands-on challenges inspired by real archaeological discoveries. History comes alive as kids explore how innovation helped ancient people survive\, build\, and thrive.\n*Morning session for full day STEAM Camp with Wilson Arts Center \nAges: 6-14\nCapacity: 12 students maximum\nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. \nSTEAM Camp Package Week of June 22-26 \nNon-Member $280.00      2026 Member $255.00 \nRegister at: https://wilsonarts.com/camps/\nFprm: https://www.cognitoforms.com/WilsonArts/_2026STEAMSummerCampPackage
URL:https://scienceandhistory.org/event/summer-camp-ancient-times-engineering/
LOCATION:Imagination Station\, 224 Nash St SE\, Wilson\, NC\, 27893\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
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SUMMARY:Preschool Science Says: Sink or Float
DESCRIPTION:Some things bob on the water’s surface\, others sink down deep. Let’s test and see what floats\, what sinks\, and why. \nPreschool Science Says is a FREE\, interactive program designed to build interest and skills in science and literacy for children ages 3-5\, that integrates open-ended science activities with children’s books for young children to learn and explore. \nPlease register online:\nhttps://imaginescience.wufoo.com/forms/2026-july-preschool-science-says-sink-or-float/
URL:https://scienceandhistory.org/event/preschool-science-says-sink-or-float/
LOCATION:Imagination Station\, 224 Nash St SE\, Wilson\, NC\, 27893\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Preschool
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T090000
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp - Mad Science
DESCRIPTION:Explore MAD SCIENCE at the Imagination Station. Get ready for messy\, bubbly\, and seriously fun science! Mad Science Camp invites young scientists to dive into hands-on experiments full of chemical reactions\, biological surprises\, and sensory science. Campers will mix\, observe\, and experiment their way through the weird and wonderful side of science—safely\, of course! \n*Morning session for full day STEAM Camp with Wilson Arts Center \nAges: 8-14\nCapacity: 12 students maximum\nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. \nSTEAM Camp Package Week of July 27-31 \nNon-Member $280.00 – 2026 Member $255.00 \nRegister at: https://wilsonarts.com/camps/\nForm: https://www.cognitoforms.com/WilsonArts/_2026STEAMSummerCampPackage
URL:https://scienceandhistory.org/event/summer-camp-mad-science/
LOCATION:Imagination Station\, 224 Nash St SE\, Wilson\, NC\, 27893\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T120000
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CREATED:20260314T145105Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp - Hands-on STEM
DESCRIPTION:Design\, build\, test\, and improve with HANDS-ON STEM! This camp will challenge campers to think like engineers and problem-solvers as they explore physics\, engineering\, and technology through interactive projects. From building structures to experimenting with motion and forces\, this camp is all about learning by doing—and trying again when things don’t go quite as planned. \n*Morning session for full day STEAM Camp with Wilson Arts Center \nAges: 6-14\nCapacity: 12 students maximum\nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. \nSTEAM Camp Package Week of August 10-14 \nNon-Member $280.00 – 2026 Member $255.00 \nRegister at: https://wilsonarts.com/camps/\nForm: https://www.cognitoforms.com/WilsonArts/_2026STEAMSummerCampPackage
URL:https://scienceandhistory.org/event/summer-camp-hands-on-stem/
LOCATION:Imagination Station\, 224 Nash St SE\, Wilson\, NC\, 27893\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T110000
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CREATED:20251205T155403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T155403Z
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SUMMARY:Preschool Science Says: Our Senses
DESCRIPTION:We see\, hear\, touch\, taste\, and smell the world around us. Our five senses help us explore\, discover\, and make sense of everything we do. \nPreschool Science Says is a FREE\, interactive program designed to build interest and skills in science and literacy for children ages 3-5\, that integrates open-ended science activities with children’s books for young children to learn and explore. \nPlease register online:\nhttps://imaginescience.wufoo.com/forms/q27e1hy1cukmxx/
URL:https://scienceandhistory.org/event/preschool-science-says-our-senses/
LOCATION:Imagination Station\, 224 Nash St SE\, Wilson\, NC\, 27893\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Preschool
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T110000
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CREATED:20251205T155922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T203924Z
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SUMMARY:Preschool Science Says: Building with Nature
DESCRIPTION:Leaves\, twigs\, and seeds become art in our hands. Nature gives us the tools to build\, create\, and imagine in new ways. \nPreschool Science Says is a FREE\, interactive program designed to build interest and skills in science and literacy for children ages 3-5\, that integrates open-ended science activities with children’s books for young children to learn and explore. \nPlease register online:\nhttps://imaginescience.wufoo.com/forms/2026-sep-preschool-science-says-building-w-nature/
URL:https://scienceandhistory.org/event/preschool-science-says-building-with-nature/
LOCATION:Imagination Station\, 224 Nash St SE\, Wilson\, NC\, 27893\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Preschool
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091802
CREATED:20251205T160158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T160158Z
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SUMMARY:Preschool Science Says: Bats & Nocturnal Animals
DESCRIPTION:Nighttime is full of surprises. Bats flap through the dark\, and other creatures come alive when the sun goes down. Let’s explore the world of nocturnal animals together. \nPreschool Science Says is a FREE\, interactive program designed to build interest and skills in science and literacy for children ages 3-5\, that integrates open-ended science activities with children’s books for young children to learn and explore. \nPlease register online:\nhttps://imaginescience.wufoo.com/forms/oct-preschool-science-bats-nocturnal-animals/
URL:https://scienceandhistory.org/event/preschool-science-says-bats-nocturnal-animals/
LOCATION:Imagination Station\, 224 Nash St SE\, Wilson\, NC\, 27893\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Preschool
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091802
CREATED:20251205T160359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T160359Z
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SUMMARY:Preschool Science: Fizz & Foam (Simple Chemistry)
DESCRIPTION:A little powder\, a little liquid…and a big bubbly reaction! Science is full of magic we can see and touch\, and today we’ll explore fizzing\, foaming fun. \nPreschool Science Says is a FREE\, interactive program designed to build interest and skills in science and literacy for children ages 3-5\, that integrates open-ended science activities with children’s books for young children to learn and explore. \nPlease register online:\nhttps://imaginescience.wufoo.com/forms/2026-nov-preschool-science-says-fizz-foam/
URL:https://scienceandhistory.org/event/preschool-science-fizz-foam-simple-chemistry/
LOCATION:Imagination Station\, 224 Nash St SE\, Wilson\, NC\, 27893\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Preschool
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091802
CREATED:20251205T160546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T160546Z
UID:4123-1796725800-1796727600@scienceandhistory.org
SUMMARY:Preschool Science: Winter Animals
DESCRIPTION:Cold weather brings out special adaptations. Penguins\, polar bears\, and other winter animals keep warm in surprising ways\, and we’ll discover how with our own icy experiments. \nPreschool Science Says is a FREE\, interactive program designed to build interest and skills in science and literacy for children ages 3-5\, that integrates open-ended science activities with children’s books for young children to learn and explore. \nPlease register online:\nhttps://imaginescience.wufoo.com/forms/2026-dec-preschool-science-says-winter-animals/
URL:https://scienceandhistory.org/event/preschool-science-winter-animals/
LOCATION:Imagination Station\, 224 Nash St SE\, Wilson\, NC\, 27893\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Preschool
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