Members of The SOTAbots (a Washington robotics team combining nontraditional High School students from The Industrial Design and Engineering Arts School (iDEA), School of the Arts (SOTA) and Tacoma Science and Math Institute (SAMi)) will be at the museum talking with visitors about designing, programming and building robots. Create your own designs in our […]
Come explore the world of racing! Today you'll have the chance to check out some cool race cars and learn about about designing and building fuel efficient cars for the future. Then, head into the Museum and pick up a Race Car Scavenger Hunt from the front desk. Using the clues provided, see […]
Having basic knowledge of an automobile is a life skill, and teaching future and soon-to-be drivers the basics will give them a safer driving experience and save money in the long run. We'll provide participants with the basic knowledge to understand how to take care of a vehicle. Workshop topics will include a basic introduction […]
Explore the pros and cons of different biofuel sources by participating in a bio-refinery activity. Then, see if you can power a model car using this renewable energy source! This event is FREE for ACM Members and included with Museum admission.
As part of today's Electric Vehicle Ride and Drive with Tacoma Power, we'll be exploring the science behind battery-powered cars. Join the ACM Education Department on the Anderson Plaza (outside the entrance to the Museum) to learn more about what makes electric cars go! Then, use your imagination and engineering skills to see if you […]
Join the ACM Education team and representatives from the City of Tacoma for this fun family event at the Museum! In honor of Fall Car Care Month, we'll be sharing things you can do to keep both your car running smoothly and the waterways clean. Professionals will also be on-site checking car lights to ensure […]
WWU Racing, Western Washington University's Formula SAE team, is a student led engineering team that operates as an engineering business. Come meet the team, learn about research on the race track with the student racers, and check out their awesome race car! Design, build, tinker and learn together as you explore the world of automobiles […]
Join us at ACM for a Family Day filled with holiday cheer! Pick up a scavenger hunt on your way into the galleries, and see if you can use the hints to find the "hidden" cars throughout the Museum. If you can find them all, return your completed scavenger hunt to the Front Desk staff […]
Design, assemble, and test out your own pinewood derby car before racing against other Museum visitors on ACM's full-length Pinewood Derby track located in the Family Zone. Learn insider tips (and a bit about physics) as you work to make your pinewood car as fast as possible by increasing potential energy and reducing friction. Design, build, […]
Garrett Morgan (1877-1963) was a businessman, political leader and inventor with many patents to his name, including an improved traffic signal! Learn more about this important innovation and use your own bright ideas as you explore circuits and create a simple stop light. Design, build, tinker and learn together as you explore the world of […]
