Welcome
Imagine a world where every kid had access to the tools and materials necessary to build the projects of their imaginations.
The Salinas Community Science Workshop makes that dream a reality for the kids of Alisal. At the Science Workshop, kids and families can use tools and explore the world with science in a free and fascinating enviroment.
What you can do here
Nearly anything you want! Come have a look at our tools and materials and think about what you want to do. Common projects are wood construction (shelves, boxes, etc.); simple electrical circuits with motors, lights, buzzers and magnets; puzzles and toys; planters; throwing machines; bike and scooter repair and modification; slime, oobleck and valcanoes; cars, airplanes and boats; and rockets, both water and air.
Drop-IN Program Hours
Our Drop-in Program is open to students of El Sausal Middle School during the school year:
Monday and Friday | 2:50 to 6:00
Wednesday | 1:50 to 5:00
SS wow
workshop on wheels
We have a full-sized MST bus we call the Salinas Science Workshop on Wheels. It’s outfitted as a mobile workshop, complete with exhibits, tools and materials – a mini version of our main site. The SS WOW can visit schools, events and neighborhood spaces. Right now it’s at two places each week:
Cesar Chavez Library, 615 Williams Rd.
Thursday 3:30 to 5:30
MLK Academy Elementary School, 925 N. Sanborn Rd.
Saturday 12:00 to 2:30
testimonials
“I like the Sience Workshop because I got to create something that I never thought I would create.”
-Alexis
“The Science Workshop is fun and teaches you all kinds of cool stuff.”
-Luis
