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Kids & Families Explore Robotics at The Works Museum

April 9, 2018

On Saturday, April 14 The Works Museum will host their annual Robot Day family event, filling the Museum top to bottom with hands-on robotics activities. Kids and families can explore the Museum together, learning about robotics first-hand through demonstrations and interactive experiences.

At Robot Day, kids will also see robotics used in industry and meet middle and high school student robotics teams showcasing their competition robots. The University of Minnesota is returning with the fan-favorite humanoid NAO robots. Visitors will observe their many tricks, including playing ball and doing tai chi! Families can also experience drones, claw robots, prosthetics demos, and more.

“Robot Day is a great opportunity to introduce a child to the field of robotics,” says Kit Wilhite, Director of Education. “Our partners take advanced robotics work and make it accessible for kids. Experiencing the variety of robotics and having conversations with these professionals can spark a lifelong love of engineering in a child.”


What: Robot Day, The Works Museum’s annual family event celebrating National Robotics Week.

When: Saturday, April 14, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Where: The Works Museum, 9740 Grand Ave S., Bloomington, MN, 55420

Cost: $9 Pre-registered/$12 at the door. Free for members.


More: Visit theworks.org for more details or call 952-888-4262.


ABOUT THE WORKS MUSEUM. The Works Museum is all about hands-on engineering for kids.  We serve more than 75,000 children, families, and educators annually, inspiring the next generation of innovators, engineers, and creative problem-solvers. For regular hours and admission, membership, and camp information, visit theworks.org.