GMU Chemistry Workshops

The George Mason University Chemistry Club developed a workshop for scouts to visit their Chem Labs on campus, and to experience the world of chemistry with a number of interactive activities!
This event will take place at Exploratory Hall, George Mason University in Fairfax, VA.
Event Description:
The STEM Program consists of 2 hour sessions, and welcomes all girl and boy youth from grades 2-5. The program will begin in the Periodic Table Lobby of Exploratory Hall at GMU and end in the Chem Labs of Planetary Hall.
GMU's Chemistry Club will open with a safety brief, then conduct two exciting chemistry demonstrations, followed by three interactive activities! Come join us! All youth will receive a lab coat from GMU. There is a fee of $15/youth to cover the cost of materials.
What to Bring:
- Wear close-toed shoes
- Hairtie for long hair
- Safety goggles (if you have them - we will have extras too!
Uniform:
- Youth may wear Class A/B uniforms (and yes, STEM Scouts can wear their Lab Coats!) but this is not necessary.
- GMU is donating lab coats for all registered youth!
Can youth other than Scouts participate: Yes, this program is great for boy and girl youth from 2nd - 5th grade. Scouts, non Scouts, same-age siblings and friends are welcome to participate and should register for their grade appropriate sessions. Please contact stem@ncacbsa.org if you have any questions.
Directions and Parking:
- Only handicapped parking is permitted next to Exploratory Hall or the HUB.
- Free parking should be available in Lot A (enter Lot from Nottoway River Lane off Braddock Road), and is a ~10 min walk away.
- The Shenandoah River Parking Garage is adjacent to Exploratory Hall.
Please arrive at registration (Exploratory Hall periodic table lobby) at least 5 minutes prior to your session; and plan for another 15 to 20 minutes to park in Lot A, and walk up through campus to Exploratory Hall.
Questions? Please email stem@ncacbsa.org
George Mason University, Fairfax Campus
Saturday 11-19-2022
11:30 AM ET to 1:30 PM ET Past
Session Two
George Mason University, Fairfax Campus
Saturday 11-19-2022
2:00 PM ET to 4:00 PM ET Past