MORE DATES ADDED:
August 23
Physics in Locomotion - Registration Open!
September 27
Topic TBA - Registration opens on Wed, September 2
October 18
Topic TBA - Registration opens on Wed, October 7
For 6th-9th graders!
Join us for an exciting two-hour, hands-on workshop at the California State Railroad Museum designed for 6th-9th grade students.
Explore science, technology, engineering, and math through the world of trains and railroads!
Time: 1pm - 3pm
Where: Stanford Gallery at the California State Railroad Museum (111 I Street, Sacramento)
Cost: $15 per participant
Participants and one adult can explore inside the Museum on the same day as the program.
Physics in Locomotion
Ever wondered what makes a giant steam locomotive move? In this workshop, you'll explore the physics behind moving steam locomotives.
What You'll Do
- Discover four different types of motion
- Learn how engineers understand motion to move giant trains.
- Experiment with motion by building your own machine.
- Explore the museum afterwards and see incredible railroad engineering up close.
Space is limited!
Don't miss this chance to get hands-on with physics, explore real locomotives, and discover the power behind our museum’s greatest machines!
FAQs
Where is the Stanford Gallery?
The Stanford Gallery is located inside of the building to the left of the California State Railroad Museum’s main entrance. Signs will be placed outside to guide you towards the correct doors.
Will there be food and drinks?
Food and drink will not be provided. No food or drinks are allowed in the Museum besides bottled water.
You may bring drinks with resealable lids inside of the Stanford Gallery. Please refrain from eating snacks until after the workshop has concluded.
Where should parents and guardians wait while a student is in the workshop?
Parents and guardians are welcome to explore Old Sacramento or visit the Museum during the workshop.
Each workshop participant and one adult with them receive free entry into the California State Railroad Museum same day. Additional adults and youth will need to pay for entry into the Museum.