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Engineering Fest at Willis Tower

February 28 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Location

Willis Tower

232 S Franklin Street

Chicago, IL 60640

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Description

Engineering Fest at Willis Tower is a free family event where kids can design and build alongside real architects and engineers. Youth ages 8-12 can explore more than 20 hands on activity stations, family walking tours and interactive exhibits focused on shaping the future. Timed entry registration is required and valid through the remainder of the event.

Event cost: Free with pre registration

Event times: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Feb. 28

Additional Information

Website: https://www.architecture.org/events-programs/engineering-fest

Age recommendation: Late Elementary (4-5), Teens

Neighborhood: Chicago

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