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Field trips to the museum
Limited time only!

Zap! Zoom! Kaboom!

Grade level:
K to Grade 8 (Ontario)
Preschool to Secondary cycle 1 (Quebec)
Fee:
$10 per student
Duration:
30 minutes

Dates offered: Jun 3, 2025 – Jun 25, 2025

Max. group size: 150

In this dynamic 30-minute show, students will embark on an exhilarating journey with two of our educators exploring the properties of states of matter, chemical reactions, static electricity, the laws of physics, and fluid dynamics. Each unilingually presented show will feature approximately eight engaging demonstrations some of which will include student participation. Before or after the show, explore the museum while completing a scavenger hunt and participate in a variety of demonstrations animated throughout the museum’s spaces.

English show times: 10:00 AM, 11:40 AM, 1:20 PM
French show times: 10:50 AM, 12:30 PM

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Two science presenters wearing red lab coats conduct an electricity demonstration on stage using a Van de Graaff generator. One person is holding a metal wand, while the other places a hand on the generator dome and holds a stack of aluminum pie plates. Behind them, a large screen displays the words "ZAP! ZOOM! KABOOM!" with colorful electric graphics.

Fees

$10 per student. Please note a minimum fee of $150 applies.

Your school may be eligible for financial support. For more information, contact the customer engagement team.

*Program includes free admission for one adult for every four students. Please note that there is a mandatory minimum ratio of one adult for every 10 students. Any additional adults not included in the program fee will be required to pay the regular visitor fee at admission and will not be able to participate in the program. These requirements do not apply to groups with students who have special needs.

Reservations

Booking requests can be made through the school programs reservation request form.

You can also connect directly with our customer engagement team:
Email: contact@IngeniumCanada.org
Phone: 613-991-3053 or 1-866-442-4416

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