Early exposure to fun kids STEM activities is a great way to ignite your kid’s interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. There are plenty of kids STEM activities near Ann Arbor that help kids build problem-solving skills, creativity, and critical thinking, laying the foundation for future success in school and beyond. These local activities give children a chance to explore, experiment, and build a foundation in STEM that could shape their futures.
My daughter had a head start in STEM since I’m an engineer and dad is a scientist. It’s no surprise that she’s now studying engineering (Robotics) in college. But, even if you don’t have a STEM background, there are plenty of local options to give your kid exposure and help to level the playing field.
Kids STEM Camps Near Ann Arbor
Camps are a great way to give kids a prolonged exposure to STEM. They get to dive into STEM for a week (or more) session.
There are STEM Break Camps available near Ann Arbor. The Future Innovators Academy has sponsored our winter and spring break camp guides. Check out the STEM camp offerings from them and others like Leslie Science & Nature Center.
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Summer Camp offers even more options for STEM Camps.
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STEM Classes for Kids in Ann Arbor
STEM Classes let kids dive into STEM week after week. From after school classes to weekend classes, there are plenty of options for STEM classes near Ann Arbor.
- The Future Innovators Academy
- Leslie Science & Nature Center & Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
- Humane Society of Huron Valley
- Ann Arbor Rec & Ed
- Dexter Community Education
- Saline Community Education
LEGO is Awesome STEM Experience
LEGO provides a great introduction to STEM for many kids. We’ve got a whole article just about LEGO opportunities.
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Kid’s STEM Events Near Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor Kid’s STEM events include those geared towards kids of all ages. I know I see several events for grades 6+ that I would enjoy participating in as an adult.
Free Kid’s STEM Events Near Ann Arbor
STEM Camps, classes and events can be expensive. Fortunately, there are some great free STEM events particularly at the local libraries. Ann Arbor District Libraries has some great STEM events particularly for tweens and teens. These free STEM activities for kids are a great way to introduce STEM without a big financial commitment.
| Date/Time | Event | |
|---|---|---|
| 💙🆓 | June 6 11:00am-11:45am | Young Scientists! at Westgate Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | June 6 2:00pm-4:00pm | Summer Challenge Kickoff Party at Ypsilanti District Library – Superior, Ypsilanti Michigan |
| 💙🆓🎟 | June 9 10:30am-11:30am | Pre-K Storytime at Wurster Park, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | June 10 2:00pm-3:00pm | Summer STEM at Ypsilanti District Library – Superior, Ypsilanti Michigan |
| 💙🆓🎟 | June 11 10:30am-11:30am | Nature Play at Barton Nature Area, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | June 12 5:00pm-7:30pm | Top of the Park KidZone - Ultimate Airplane Challenge • Launch Ann Arbor at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | June 12 5:30pm-7:00pm | Summer Game Mixer at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | June 13 2:00pm-3:30pm | I Spy Science: Ecology Safari at Ypsilanti District Library – Superior, Ypsilanti Michigan |
| 💙🆓🎟 | June 16 10:30am-11:30am | Pre-K Storytime at Meadowbrook Park, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | June 17 2:00pm-3:00pm | Summer STEM at Ypsilanti District Library – Superior, Ypsilanti Michigan |
| 💙🆓🎟 | June 18 10:30am-11:30am | Nature Play at Barton Nature Area, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | June 18 1:00pm-2:00pm | Strawberry DNA Extraction at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | June 18 5:00pm-10:00pm | Telescopes with the Detroit Observatory: Top of the Park Annex at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | June 19 5:00pm-7:30pm | Top of the Park KidZone: Science & Discoveries with AAHOM & LSNC at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓🎟 | June 23 10:30am-11:30am | Pre-K Storytime at Maryfield Wildwood Park, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | June 24 2:00pm-3:00pm | Summer STEM at Ypsilanti District Library – Superior, Ypsilanti Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | June 24 5:30pm-6:30pm | Artemis II: We're Back at Westgate Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | June 24 5:30pm-7:30pm | Open Lab: Sewing Machines, Silhouette Cutters, Heat Press at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓🎟 | June 25 10:30am-11:30am | Nature Play at Barton Nature Area, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | June 26 11:00am-12:00pm | Living Fossils at Pittsfield Branch Library, Ann Arbor Michigan |
Other Kid’s STEM Events Near Ann Arbor
In addition to the Free STEM Events, there are many paid events. These often require an advance registration, but allow kids to dig deeper into the world of STEM.
| Date/Time | Event | |
|---|---|---|
| 💙🎟 | June 6 2:00pm | Not Just for Kids: Brains on LIVE: Your Brain is Magic at Michigan Theater, Ann Arbor MI |
| 🎟 | June 13 9:00am-4:00pm | Woodworking for Teens at Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute, Adrian Michigan |
| 💙🎟 | June 24 9:30am-11:00am | Summer Art Class with The Artful Acre at The Artful Acre, Milan Michigan |
| 🎟 | June 26 10:00am-11:00am | Preschool Explorers at the Mills at Hudson Mills Metropark, Dexter Michigan |
| 💙🎟 | July 8 9:30am-11:00am | Summer Art Class with The Artful Acre at The Artful Acre, Milan Michigan |
| 💙🎟 | July 15 9:30am-11:00am | Summer Art Class with The Artful Acre at The Artful Acre, Milan Michigan |
| 💙🎟 | July 22 9:30am-11:00am | Summer Art Class with The Artful Acre at The Artful Acre, Milan Michigan |
| 💙🎟 | July 29 9:30am-11:00am | Summer Art Class with The Artful Acre at The Artful Acre, Milan Michigan |
| 🎟 | July 31 10:00am-11:00am | Preschool Explorers at the Mills at Hudson Mills Metropark, Dexter Michigan |
| 💙🎟 | August 5 9:30am-11:00am | Summer Art Class with The Artful Acre at The Artful Acre, Milan Michigan |
| 💙🎟 | August 12 9:30am-11:00am | Summer Art Class with The Artful Acre at The Artful Acre, Milan Michigan |
| 💙🎟 | August 19 9:30am-11:00am | Summer Art Class with The Artful Acre at The Artful Acre, Milan Michigan |
| 💙🎟 | August 26 9:30am-11:00am | Summer Art Class with The Artful Acre at The Artful Acre, Milan Michigan |
| 🎟 | August 28 10:00am-11:00am | Preschool Explorers at the Mills at Hudson Mills Metropark, Dexter Michigan |
| 💙🎟 | September 2 9:30am-11:00am | Summer Art Class with The Artful Acre at The Artful Acre, Milan Michigan |
| 💙🎟 | September 9 9:30am-11:00am | Summer Art Class with The Artful Acre at The Artful Acre, Milan Michigan |
| 🎟 | September 25 10:00am-11:00am | Preschool Explorers at the Mills at Hudson Mills Metropark, Dexter Michigan |
| 🎟 | October 30 10:00am-11:00am | Preschool Explorers at the Mills at Hudson Mills Metropark, Dexter Michigan |
Shop for Kids STEM in Ann Arbor
There are lots of great choices for shopping for kids STEM activities near Ann Arbor.
- Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum Store
- UM Natural History Museum Store
- Mudpuddles
- Schulers Books (Formerly Nicola’s)
- Rock Paper Scissors (Ann Arbor)
- The Little Seedling – Books & Puzzles
- National Chains
- Barnes & Noble
- Meijer
- Target
- WalMart
