Family Fun
June 28, 2026
Family Fun | June 29
All-Day Activities
Science Learning Center
Enjoy a guided tour of the Science Learning Center with interactive exhibits on many different areas of science, technology, engineering, and math. Exhibits are geared for ages 5—10.
Limited reservations will be available at event. Bus transportation is provided to the Science Learning Center.
The Firehouse at Brookhaven Lab
Tour Brookhaven Lab’s firehouse and see real firefighting gear while learning how the Laboratory Protection Division helps keep our community safe.
Location: Brookhaven Lab Firehouse
Environmental Protection Division
Demonstrations and activities presented by the Environmental Protection Division.
Location: Chemistry Building
Machine Learning, AI, and Robots
Robot demonstration and hands-on activities.
Location: Berkner Hall
Scheduled Activities
Talk: "Powering Progress: Early Histories at the Brookhaven National Laboratory site"
This talk is about the history of the Brookhaven Lab site from the time of the American Revolution to today and is recommended for those age 8 and older.
Presented by Allison McGovern, Environmental Protection Division
11:30 a.m. • 1 p.m. • 2:30 p.m. (45 minutes)
Location: Berkner Hall Auditorium
Doors open 15 minutes before showtime. Arrive early. Seating is first come, first served.
AI and Robots
Science Learning Center
Brookhaven Lab Firehouse
June 28
Family Fun
Featuring
The Science Learning Center, Brookhaven Lab’s Firehouse, and the Environmental Protection Division
July 19
Dazzling Discoveries
Featuring
The National Synchrotron Light Source II, the Environmental Science & Technologies Department, and Instrumentation Division
August 2
Fascinating Physics
Featuring
The future Electron-Ion Collider, the Nuclear & Particle Physics Directorate, and the Tandem Van de Graaff Facility
Each day, you're invited to historical Lab talks and curated displays as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of American independence.
Free, no reservations needed•Gates open 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.•Wheelchair accessible
Guests 18 and older must bring REAL ID-compliant identification
Note: Photos and videos may be taken during these events and may be used by Brookhaven Lab for promotional purposes, including on social media and in other related materials. By attending, you consent to being photographed or filmed and authorize Brookhaven Lab to use these images without compensation or further approval.
