Winter Chemists: Ages 12+
Tue, Dec 08
|SciTech
Why does salt melt ice? How do snowflakes grow? Why do hand warmers get hot? Become a winter chemist as you investigate the fascinating chemistry behind snow, ice, temperature, and everyday winter materials through hands-on experiments and engineering challenges.


Time & Location
Dec 08, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
SciTech, 336 McKee St, Batavia, IL 60510, USA
About the event
Why does salt melt ice? How do snowflakes grow? Why do hand warmers get hot? Become a winter chemist as you investigate the fascinating chemistry behind snow, ice, temperature, and everyday winter materials through hands-on experiments and engineering challenges.
Participants will:
Investigate chemical and physical changes.
Explore freezing point depression and crystallization.
Observe endothermic and exothermic reactions.
Available Programs
Tickets
Upper Grades 12+
Sale ends
Dec 03, 9:05 AM
Winter Chemists | Upper Grades Ages 12+ December 8 | 3:30-5:30 PM Ticket Minimum Price: $17 This ticket includes admission for one participant to SciTech's Winter Chemists hands-on STEM experience. Participants will investigate the fascinating chemistry behind snow, ice, temperature, and everyday winter materials through hands-on experiments and engineering challenges. Please note: Tickets are non-refundable.
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