The Gilbert House Children’s Museum has opened the doors to its newest permanent exhibit, a hands-on Science Lab designed to transform how children explore and understand science. The launch underscores the museum’s growing focus on STEM education through creative play — an approach educators say is increasingly critical for developing problem-solving skills in early learners.
The Science Lab, which took about eight months to bring from concept to reality, offers young visitors a chance to “Wonder. Question. Discover.” — a mantra stitched into nearly every element of the new space. Interactive stations combine tactile learning with core scientific principles, giving children a chance to behave like real scientists in an environment that celebrates both curiosity and mistakes as essential to discovery.
“What started as a dream eight months ago is now what you see here today,” said museum educator Zach St. Lawrence during the exhibit’s unveiling. “Our goal here is to inspire children through creative play. We truly think this is a wonderful way for kids to learn, have experiences with science, and discover new things they may not have encountered before.”…