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Military Science: Rockets

June 23, 2017 - June 24, 2017 @ 12:00 am - 12:00 am

This event occurs weekly,
2 week(s) on Friday

Location

Cantigny Park

1S151 Winfield Road

Wheaton, IL 60189

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Description

Kids learn about military rockets in a fun and safe environment. Experiment with basic principles of rocketry and launch different types of rockets. Enjoy a rare opportunity to pick up a WWII “Super Bazooka,” a Vietnam era LAW and other modern rocket launchers. All students take home an Estes rocket.

Event Cost: $15, free parking

Price Category: $

Event times: 1 p.m. June 23 and July 24; 10 a.m. July 6 and Aug. 4

Ages: 11-14

Additional Information

Age recommendation: Teens, Tweens

Neighborhood: Western Suburbs

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