Welcome to Mad Science of Chicago
We believe that fostering a love for science, technology, engineering and math at a young age will give children the confidence they need to excel in these fields. For over 30 years, Mad Science has focused on designing and testing experiments and activities that resonate with kids, allowing us to provide innovative, hands-on children's science programs to our communities.
Halloween Open House
Our Halloween Open House at the LAB (1053 N. California Ave) will be Saturday, October 26th from 1pm-4pm. This is a free event for the whole family to enjoy! Come by to experience many different science activities and experiments!
Day Off Camp!
What to do with your kids on Columbus Day? Shipwreck them at the Mad Science Lab! We'll provide fun activities and ways off the island on Oct. 14.
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Birthday Parties
We’re here to make sure that your child’s birthday is everything they’ve dreamed of! Our chemical reaction experiments, rocket launches, hovercraft rides, cotton candy making, and ready-to-go Goody Bags, loaded with multiple science-themed toys, are sure to make their day extra special!
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After-School Programs
Our after-school programs are as fun as they are educational. Our hands-on science programs cover different science topics including electricity, magnetism, optics, biology and more. They are a perfect break between school and homework!
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Summer and Vacation Camps
Green glowing liquids, strange objects flying through the air, messages written in secret code, autonomous robots, mystery substances that change from solid to liquid in seconds. Is this another planet? No, it's a Mad Science camp!
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In-School Programs
Special Events & Assemblies
Say goodbye to boring school assemblies and events! Grab your students' attention while providing your entire school with educational and entertaining science shows and fun stations. Perfect for your science nights!
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After-School Programs
Amaze your students with a Mad Science after-school program. Our interactive programs cover science topics in a hands-on way, that is sure to get every child’s attention, and help them grasp foundational scientific concepts without them even knowing that they're learning.
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Workshops
Would you like to enhance your science curriculum? Mad Science offers educational and fun science workshops for kids that reinforce concepts taught in class! All workshops are curriculum correlated to state and provincial standards!
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Summer and Vacation Camps
Foster a love for science in your community! Our interactive, engaging camp programs allow kids to explore the different fields of science in a hands-on, fun way!
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Special Events
Our stage shows and fun stations will captivate all your guests on any occasion. Our children's events are hassle-free, adaptable, and action-packed! They are perfect for library programs, company parties, community center events, and much more!
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