Boy Scout Programs

Did you know that Great Lakes Science Center has fun programs and workshops specifically designed for Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts? Whether you’re coming on a group visit, spending the night at one of our cool sleepovers or enjoying one of our workshops, you’ll learn about science and have fun at the same time!

Science Center Sleepovers (Wolves, Bears and Webelos)
Boy Scout ONLY Nights.

Ever wonder what it’s like to spend the night in a museum? Here’s your chance! Come explore the Science Center after dark, interact with hundreds of exhibits, visit the NASA Glenn Visitor Center, watch a special OMNIMAX movie on our giant screen, participate in fun hands-on activities and science demonstrations, and then grab your sleeping bag and spend the night!

Robotics – two dates offered!
Saturday, February 25; 6 pm - sold out!
Friday, April 6; 6 pm

Using the latest in LEGO NXT technology, spend the evening designing, building, programming and challenging other robots in a series of mini-competitions that will test your speed, accuracy and ability. Learn advanced programming skills and come to win! Enjoy the OMNIMAX movie, Fighter Pilot: Operation Red Flag, and explore the museum after dark!

Crime Scene Investigator
Saturday, March 24
6 pm

More than a popular TV series, crime scene investigators use many aspects of science to crack important cases. Scouts will learn how to gather clues using real fingerprinting, fiber analysis and shoe prints. Once you master the steps, you get to solve your own “crime!” Open to Scouts of all ages.

Reach for the Stars
Friday, May 4
6 pm

Learn about stars, meteors, comets, black holes and more! Build and launch a rocket, view a real moon rock, train to become an astronaut, sample soil from Mars and experience the STARLAB Planetarium. Explore space while watching the OMNIMAX movie, Hubble.

Includes tasty late-night snacks, breakfast the next morning and free general admission to the Science Center the next day. $39 per person.

Register today!
Call (216) 621-2400 (Mon-Fri; 9 am – 5:30 pm)

Workshops

Cub Scouts Badge Workshop: Scientist / Science
Saturday, February 11
Session I (Badge): 10 am – noon
Session II (Belt Loop / Pin): 1 – 3 pm

Learn about the Bernoulli’s Principle and Pascal’s Law, explore water and air pressure, experience the difference between chemical reactions and physical changes, launch a rocket and more! $15.

Boy Scouts Badge Workshop: Robotics - sold out!
Sunday, March 11
10 am – 3 pm

Complete the brand new “Robotics Merit” badge while using the latest LEGO NXT technology. Use sensors and motors to design, build, program and test a robot to navigate an obstacle course or crush your opponent in battle! $25.

Camps and Classes

Interested in learning about our Spring Break Camps? Click here.

Group Rates for Day Trips

Bring your Scout group and explore Great Lakes Science Center at a discounted group rate! Add an OMNIMAX movie, special exhibition, a tour of the Mather Steamship and/or a special science demonstration for your group. Call 216-621-2400 to register your group today (must have 10 or more in your group for the group rate to apply).