STEM NOLA STEM Saturday

What makes a boat float — and how do you design one to win a race?

Let your child find out for themselves at our next FREE STEM Saturday on May 10, 2025!

The STEM NOLA is back with another high-energy, hands-on STEM Saturday, and this time we’re diving deep into the physics of Buoyancy & Density! Students will build, test, and race their own working models of airboats, pontoon boats, and sailboats — exploring how shape, materials, and design affect how things float and move through water.

WHEN: Saturday, May 10, 2025
TIME: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
WHERE: John P Lyons Recreation Center, 624 Louisiana Ave., New Orleans, LA 70115
WHO: K–12th grade students
COST: Absolutely FREE

It’s a hands-on way to experience science, engineering, and innovation in action. From experimenting with density to learning how forces interact in water, this event makes complex science engaging, competitive, and fun. Whether their boat wins the race or flips in the tank, students will walk away with curiosity sparked and confidence boosted.

TrainingGrounds, Inc. Toddler Corner will also be on hand for the littlest siblings.