Lab-based programs contain TEKS-aligned activities and support curriculum goals.

Click here to view all of our current hands-on lab program options.

Please review the FAQs below for program requirements. 

Interactive auditorium experiences for large groups.

• Grades K-8
• $400 for the first program and $200 per additional program of the same type
• All shows are 45 minutes
• Available capacity up to 250

Please review the FAQs below for program requirements. 

Program options listed below.

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SUITING UP FOR SPACE (NEW! Available starting October 2024)

Pack your bags—we’re going to Mars! Students will discover how the different sciences come together to design modern-day spacesuits. This question and exploration-driven program will explore survival in space focusing on temperature, pressure, oxygen, and mobility.

THE POWER OF LIGHT

Let there be light! This illuminating show shines a spotlight on the electromagnetic spectrum and the power of light. Students will explore forms of energy, properties of light, and the science behind color.

THERMAL REACTIONS

This explosive show presents matter and energy in a unique way. Students will see firsthand how matter changes when we add and remove extreme amounts of heat. The program covers states of matter, basic behavior of atoms and molecules, physical and chemical changes of matter, and more!

Family Science Night events are designed for 200 people. Up to 500 attendees can be accommodated at an additional cost. Participating schools must provide staff and adult volunteers to run the stations. Museum staff will set up, train, and assist through the evening.

Pricing: $500 for up to 200 attendees and an additional $50 per each additional 50 attendees.

Please review the FAQs below for program requirements. 

Program options listed below.

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BODY SYSTEMS FAMILY SCIENCE NIGHT (NEW! Available starting October 2024)

Paging all aspiring doctors! Come to this science night and learn about the human body — STAT! Activities will explore several organ systems, such as the circulatory, skeletal, neurological, respiratory, and digestive systems.

EARTH AND SPACE FAMILY SCIENCE NIGHT

Three, two, one … blastoff! Launch into learning about our planet, solar system, and universe. Activities will explore weather and landforms, rockets and rovers, the possibility of life on other planets, and so much more.

PEROT MUSEUM EXHIBITS FAMILY SCIENCE NIGHT

Looking for a unique STEM experience for the whole family? We have that! Learn about everything from cell biology to sports medicine and more with activities exploring content featured in each Perot Museum exhibit hall.

SUPERHERO ACADEMY FAMILY SCIENCE NIGHT

No cape needed for this superhero training session! Activities will explore the science behind super powers such as super strength, invisibility, and X-ray vision. Visit every station to become a science superhero!

• Please fill out a campus outreach request form at least 30 days in advance of your desired program date to be considered for a reservation.
• Full payment is due 30 days before your visit.
• Watch for an email from your assigned educator(s) 1-2 weeks before your program date!

In addition to the information below, Museum staff will provide more details prior to the day of your program(s).

Hands-on Labs

The presenter will arrive on your campus about 30-45 minutes before the first program. If booking multiple programs, please allow 15 minutes in-between programs for the presenter to clean up and reset the activities.

Program requirements:

• Classroom (some programs will require sink access for program and cleanup)
• Students need to be seated at tables or desks arranged into groups/stations
• A teacher from the school must remain with the class for the duration of the program.

Science on Stage

The presenter will arrive on your campus 1 hour before the first program to set up materials and will need about 30 minutes to break down materials after the last program.

Program requirements:

• Auditorium, cafeteria, or gymnasium (no classrooms or libraries). Room must have high ceilings and at least 15’ between the equipment and the audience and must be indoors.
• Ceilings should be high enough to blow up a balloon filled with hydrogen gas without catching anything on fire or setting off sprinklers.
• Three 6 foot tables and access to one electrical outlet is required.
• Teachers from the school must remain in the auditorium with their students for the duration of the program.
• Two microphones are appreciated.

Family Science Nights

Two museum staff members will be the event managers and will bring all of the supplies you will need for up to the requested number of participants, set up each station, provide training for the volunteers on their respective station, and remove everything at the end of the evening. The museum staff will arrive at your campus 60-90 minutes before the event starts to set up the stations. 30 minutes before the event begins, volunteers should report to their stations for training

Program requirements:

• One large indooor space (gymnasium or cafeteria preferred)
• 11 tables, 2-3 trashcans
• At least 10 teacher/parent volunteers (20 is preferred). If you are short volunteers, this may affect the number of stations. Museum staff will arrive 60-90 minutes before the event to set up
• Access to water and electricity

Please note that if your reservation is for additional participants (more than 200), it can be extremely helpful to provide extra volunteers and tables to help manage crowding at each station.