Homewood Science Center

06/26/2026

It's always a great time when our friends from Forest Preserves of Cook County come to STEM Saturday!

SNEAK PEAK: also donated 2 amazing auction packages for our upcoming SUMMER FEST Fundraiser online auction. Register here so you can start bidding on July 15th: https://givebutter.com/c/hscsummerfest2026

STEM Saturdays - FREE - 10am-1pm

06/26/2026

Friday nights hit different when there's science involved. ⚡🔭

Family Fridays @ Homewood Science Center — hands-on STEM fun for kids & families every Friday, 3–6 PM. Imagination Playground, ramps, legos, Makerspace & more!

Next up: June 27, July 10 (*please note - we will be closed Friday, July 3)

homewoodsciencecenter.org/programs/family-fridays

06/25/2026

Thank you to everyone who has donated so far to our SUMMER FEST Fundraiser 2026!

Check out our donor wall! https://homewoodsciencecenter.org/donate/donorwall/

As a sponsor, you're not just supporting a great evening — you're investing in the next generation of curious minds and future scientists.

We're 32% of the way to our $75,000 goal, and we can't get there without you.
👉 Become a sponsor today: https://givebutter.com/c/hscsummerfest2026

06/25/2026

Things that make HSC staff happy…. 😊

06/24/2026

Ten years ago, community leaders imagined a place where children and families could explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math right here in Chicago's Southland.

Today, that vision is thriving. ✨

Join us as we celebrate 10 years of impact at SUMMER Fest 2026 on July 23 at Idlewild Country Club.
🍷 Summer cocktails - 2 drink tickets included!
🎶 Music - DJ QMac spinning your favorite hits all night long!
🍽️ Great food - everyone loves Idlewild's food!
🎁 Online auction - packages for everyone!
🔬 Interactive STEM experiences - STEM isn't just for the kids!
🎉 A celebration of everyone who helped build Homewood Science Center

Your ticket supports STEM programs, field trips, scholarships, and hands-on learning opportunities for thousands of young people.

Celebrate the past. Invest in the future.
Get your tickets today!
https://givebutter.com/c/hscsummerfest2026

By Homewood Science Center

06/23/2026

Summer is in session at Homewood Science Center!

From ages 5-14, every camper is getting their hands on real science, technology, engineering, art, and math! We love watching curiosity turn into fun! ⚙️

We are not even halfway done with our camps, and can’t wait to see what the rest of the summer has in store!

06/22/2026

Check out our newest blog post!

We are so excited to celebrate 10 years of Homewood Science Center with our community in a month! SUMMER FEST is always a fantastic event - and an even more fantastic fundraiser, allowing us to continue offering free programming and supporting families on their STEM journeys.

Read now: https://homewoodsciencecenter.org/celebrate-10-years-of-impact-at-summer-fest-2026/

06/18/2026

STEM Saturday - DOUBLE FEATURE!

Join us as we welcome two community friends to Homewood Science Center this weekend! Members from will be teaching us how to adopt and care for a pet. We also will be joined by the father daughter author duo, Jason & Jashaya Imani Jones for a book signing!

06/18/2026

We knew our Buenos Aires tetras love eating lettuce, but it turns out our new Rabbit Snail friends also enjoy a lettuce snack!

06/17/2026

There’s still time to vote for us on Target Circle’s list of featured nonprofits. Hurry and vote before June 30th so we can serve our community better.

Here’s how:
Step 1: Choose ‘My Target’ in the Target app or ‘Account’ on Target.com
Step 2: Tap ‘Cast votes’
Step 3: Find us & vote

https://www.target.com/circle/community-voting/