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The Engineering Navigator is a prototype AI-powered platform that connects students, families, and educators to engineering opportunities across the U.S. To show the power of this tool, we're focusing on North Carolina, where we're mapping local events and programs to show what's possible when communities are connected.

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5 hands-on building Events Found

Mar 7

Build a Wind Powered Car: STEM

STEM activity where participants build wind-powered cars at the Germantown Library.
Germantown Library
Free
3/7/26
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Mar 16

The Age of Engineering - Innovators Spring Break Camp

Travel way, way back in time--before da Vinci and Archimedes--to uncover the origins of machines! From massive ancient inventions to miniature marvels, we'll explore how simple mechanisms have shaped the world. Experiment with levers, pulleys, wheels, and ramps to discover how early inventors used simple ideas to solve big problems. Then put your creativity to the test as you design and build your own mechanical masterpiece. Step into the Age of Engineering and discover the science that keeps the world moving! For grades 4-6, max age 12.
Science Museum Oklahoma
$275.00 - $275 m...
3/16/26
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Jun 15

Junior Robotics

Explore robotics concepts through games, wiring, and building. Program roving bots to navigate a custom-built maze. Design and wire your own bot to bring home. Multiple sessions available throughout the summer. Ages 6-8.
The Works Museum
$235.00 - $235,...
6/15/26
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Jun 29

Tech Camp: Behind the Curtain

Any camper wanting to help behind the scenes of our theater production of Moana Kids should sign up for this opportunity to work with our incredible staff. Campers will dive into the art of costume design, construction of sets, lighting techniques, and so much more! From brainstorming designs to hands-on building, painting, and assembly, you'll play a vital role in the creation of a dazzling production. Along the way, campers will also explore elements of set design, costume construction, and behind-the-scenes magic. For Grades 3-8.
Brownell Talbot College Preparatory School
$300.00 - Full c...
6/29/26
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Jun 29

LEGO Engineering

Build elevators, wind-up cars, and catapults with specialty LEGO pieces. Explore with gears, pulleys, and other moving parts. Use LEGO pieces to make a one-of-a-kind block print. Multiple sessions available throughout the summer. Ages 6-8.
The Works Museum
$235.00 - $235,...
6/29/26
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