Step into the rainforest and discover the science behind survival!

This Thanksgiving break, the Science Mill is transforming into a world of rainforest discovery! Explore our newest exhibit, get an up-close look at preserved rainforest animals, discover their incredible adaptations, and take on exciting hands-on STEM challenges inspired by the natural world.

PLEASE NOTE: The Science Mill will be CLOSED on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26th. Bring the family and make the Science Mill part of your Thanksgiving break adventures!

FIVE RAINFOREST ADVENTURES AWAIT!

SELF-BURYING SEED!
Can you engineer a seed that plants itself? Discover how nature disperses seeds and design your own solution inspired by the amazing adaptations of rainforest plants.

STORM SHELTER!
Rainforest storms can be intense! Put your engineering skills to the test and build a shelter strong enough to protect an explorer from the elements.

POISON DART FROG CHALLENGE!
Navigate the rainforest in an interactive survival adventure! Collect ants, avoid predators, and safely transport tadpoles to bromeliad plants in the canopy.

A RIBBITING ADVENTURE!
How do frogs stay hydrated without drinking water? Investigate osmosis using gummy frogs and discover how amphibians absorb moisture through their skin.

UN-FROG-GETTABLE ORIGAMI: FROGS VS. TOADS!
Fold your own origami frog and toad, then put them to the test! Predict, measure, and compare how body shape and leg length affect their jumping abilities.

EXPLORE. EXPERIMENT. DISCOVER.

From the forest floor to the towering canopy, uncover the fascinating science of rainforest ecosystems and the incredible ways plants and animals adapt to survive.