Explore the power of wind and motion in this high-energy, interactive discovery zone! Developed in collaboration with MindSplash and the National Science Foundation, Airflow Alley invites visitors to become junior scientists as they investigate the invisible forces of air. By navigating a complex system of larger-than-life tubes and high-performance air streams, children can tinker with pathways and controls to see how different objects react to flight.

This exhibit encourages visitors to learn about wind flow and drag by placing scarves in wind tubes and catching them as they exit. It provides a physical way to experiment with cause-and-effect while creating new paths for items to follow. Whether you are adjusting diverter boxes or watching colorful manipulatives soar through the sky, Airflow Alley offers a powerful way to engage with the world of physics

Get behind the wheel and under the hood at Salem Station, our hands-on automotive discovery zone! This interactive exhibit invites young mechanics to learn the basics of car maintenance and investigate different career paths. Kids can hop into the driver’s seat of our local Cherriots bus, take hold of the steering wheel, and watch the journey unfold through a video "windshield" that creates a realistic sense of traveling through the streets of Salem.

For those who want to see how things work, the station features a car jacked up and ready for a full service. Budding mechanics can get hands-on experience by changing tires, checking the "antifreeze," and looking under the hood to explore the mechanical side of travel. Whether you're navigating the city as a driver or performing a tune-up in the shop, Salem Station is the perfect place to shift your imagination into high gear!

Step into a world of vibrant color and light where your every move becomes a work of art! Recollections is a dazzling interactive experience that allows visitors to explore the science of light, shadows, and color fractals. Using high-performance technology, this exhibit captures your silhouette and transforms it into a shifting, kaleidoscopic display on a larger-than-life screen.

This space invites you to experiment with balance, symmetry, and choreography through free-form movement. As you dance, spin, or wave, watch as the screen mimics your actions with a trail of beautiful colors and patterns. Recollections is more than just a light show—it’s a unique opportunity to see how technology and creativity come together to celebrate the art of human motion.

Welcome to our cozy woodland retreat, specially designed for our littlest explorers! Forest Friends offers a safe and gentle environment for infants and toddlers to connect with the natural world through sensory play. Little ones can exercise their fine and gross motor skills by stacking, pulling, shaking, and climbing on age-appropriate structures like our rainbow wooden climber and soft play mats.

In this peaceful space, children and caregivers can engage with a variety of textures, colors, and reflections during tummy time or quiet play. From the centerpiece carved tree to the tiny picnic sets, every element is built to inspire curiosity and movement in a calm setting. Whether your explorer is practicing their first steps or discovering a new sound, Forest Friends is the perfect place for early growth and connection.