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Precipitation Celebration + Tour

WET Science Center 500 Adams Street NE, Olympia, WA

It wouldn’t be the Pacific Northwest without rain, so why not celebrate it? Whether it falls as snow, sleet, hail, or just plain-Jane rain, precipitation is what keeps this region so verdant and bursting with life! Enjoy crafts and games that are sure to make a splash. Join us at […]

Wastewater Chemistry

WET Science Center 500 Adams Street NE, Olympia, WA

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a wastewater scientist? Now is your chance to find out! Build molecules, use microscopes, and test water samples to learn the science of wastewater. Join us at 2 pm for a presentation about the chemistry involved in wastewater treatment at LOTT.

Holiday Closure

WET Science Center 500 Adams Street NE, Olympia, WA

The WET Science Center is closed November 11 for Veterans Day.

Deep Sea Explorers

WET Science Center 500 Adams Street NE, Olympia, WA

From snorkels to submarines, there are a lot of ways scientists learn about the ocean. Dive deep underwater with hands-on activities and crafts that explore the ways we explore the sea!

Preparing for Winter

WET Science Center 500 Adams Street NE, Olympia, WA

For people in Washington, prepping for winter might mean grabbing your winter coat from storage or putting antifreeze in your car, but for many animals, it means months of preparation. They build up food stores, pack on fat, construct winter dens, and so much more! Come learn all about it!

Holiday Closure

WET Science Center 500 Adams Street NE, Olympia, WA

The WET Science Center is closed November 28-30 for Thanksgiving.

Science of Snow

WET Science Center 500 Adams Street NE, Olympia, WA

Get ready to dive deep into the science of snow, a fascinating world that is important for everything from Disney movies to avalanche protection. But be warned: you’ll never look at snow the same way again! Presentation at 11 am and activities all day.

Cocoa & Crafts

WET Science Center 500 Adams Street NE, Olympia, WA

What better way to spend a cold December day than by sipping cocoa and making crafts! Come cozy up with us as we enjoy a relaxing day amid the bustle of the holidays, and maybe even cross a last-minute gift off your list!

Holiday Factory

WET Science Center 500 Adams Street NE, Olympia, WA

Have a long holiday to-do list? Invent a Rube Goldberg machine to help with your tasks! We’ll have all the supplies necessary to build complex chain reactions that could assist with baking, decorating, or wrapping gifts.

Holiday Closure

WET Science Center 500 Adams Street NE, Olympia, WA

The WET Science Center is closed December 25 for Christmas.

Water Resolutions

WET Science Center 500 Adams Street NE, Olympia, WA

Get ready to make your water-saving New Year’s resolutions! Come play games, learn about your water footprint, and make a water resolution for 2025.