The Salvaggio Little Learner’s Lab in the STEAM Learning Center at Da Vinci Science Center at PPL Pavilion is a vibrant space designed for preschoolers and their parents to explore hands-on STEAM learning.
Through engaging activities led by skilled educators, young children develop crucial skills in a language-rich environment. This lab also serves as a hub for training educators and testing STEAM activities, supporting early childhood education in the region.
Little Learner’s Lab Community Drop-Ins
Community Drop-Ins are a FREE community program within the Salvaggio Little Learner’s Lab that are centered around parents and their little ones, ages 3-4.
Join in experiences that engage in all things STEAM while promoting exploration and discovery through hands-on activities that are created for early learners. All sessions are facilitated by professional educators and all materials and supplies related to the activity will be included.
Community Drop-in Hours
| Days | Hours |
| Tuesday-Friday | 10:00-11:30 a.m. |
| Saturday-Sunday | Coming Soon |
Drop-in FAQs
How do I get to the Little Learner’s Lab?
To attend Little Learner’s Lab Community Drop-Ins, please enter through the main entrance on W. Hamilton Street and check in at the Visitor Services desk. They will guide you down to the Little Learner’s Lab on the lower level.
Can I drop-in any time during the listed hours?
There are two sessions during drop-in hours. Sessions take place from 10-10:45 a.m. and 10:45-11:30 a.m.
Do parents need to stay with their children during drop-ins?
Yes, parents must stay with their children the entire time during community drop-in hours. One parent can attend per child.
Is admission to the Science Center included?
No, admission to Da Vinci Science Center at PPL Pavilion is not included with Little Learner’s Lab Community Drop-in hours. We encourage you to purchase tickets from the Visitor Services desk to explore the science center after the drop-in session.
Do I need to pay for parking if I’m attending drop-in hours?
Parking is not included with community drop-in hours. There are several parking garages located within 1-3 blocks of the science center. For more information on where to park, visit our Directions & Parking webpage.
Can siblings come along if they are outside the age range?
This space is designed specifically for ages 3-4. We ask that no siblings tag along.
Is space limited for drop-in hours?
Space is limited to 24 children at a time on a first-come, first-served basis.
What can we expect to do during drop-in hours?
Young minds can explore different science concepts through exciting, hands-on opportunities with the help of their adult. Our guided experiences include live animal talks, interactive stations, and bilingual activities that provide your child with early exposure to the wonders of science. Please note that this is a learning space, not a play area.
How do I get to the Little Learner's Lab?
To attend Little Learner’s Lab Community Drop-Ins, please enter through the main entrance on W. Hamilton Street and check in at the Visitor Services desk. They will guide you down to the Little Learner’s Lab on the lower level.
Can I drop-in any time during the listed hours?
There are two sessions during drop-in hours. Sessions take place from 10-10:45 a.m. and 10:45-11:30 a.m.
Do parents need to stay with their children during drop-ins?
Yes, parents must stay with their children the entire time during community drop-in hours. One parent can attend per child.
Is admission to the Science Center included?
No, admission to Da Vinci Science Center at PPL Pavilion is not included with Little Learner’s Lab Community Drop-in hours. We encourage you to purchase tickets from the Visitor Services desk to explore the science center after the drop-in session.
Do I need to pay for parking if I'm attending drop-in hours?
Parking is not included with community drop-in hours. There are several parking garages located within 1-3 blocks of the science center. For more information on where to park, visit our Directions & Parking webpage.
Can siblings come along if they are outside the age range?
This space is designed specifically for ages 3-4. We ask that no siblings tag along.
Is space limited for drop-in hours?
Space is limited to 24 children at a time on a first-come, first-served basis.
What can we expect to do during drop-in hours?
Young minds can explore different science concepts through exciting, hands-on opportunities with the help of their adult. Our guided experiences include live animal talks, interactive stations, and bilingual activities that provide your child with early exposure to the wonders of science. Please note that this is a learning space, not a play area.
Little Learners Summer Camps
Little Learners summer camps are for children in PreK or entering Kindergarten in the 2025-2026 school year. Through hands-on activities, captivating experiments, and collaborative projects, campers will unleash their curiosity, cultivate critical-thinking skills, and ignite a passion for learning.
All Little Learners camps are week-long, two-hour sessions (9 a.m.-11 a.m.) and each camp is $195 for the week.
June 16-20
Put on your chef hats and get ready to have some fun in the kitchen! Mix, bake, and explore how science, technology, and art make yummy treats. Plus, spend some time in the Science Center’s own Science Kitchen learning space!
June 23-27
Get ready for a fun week of exploring the human body, solving a medical mystery, and learning about cool healthcare tools. You’ll even meet a special pretend patient to help you along the way!
July 7-11
Get ready to dream big and create amazing things! Use your imagination to solve problems, meet real inventors, and build your very own creations.
July 14-18
Welcome to the great outdoors! Meet all of the amazing animals that live on our planet, from the creatures living in our local trees and creeks to the exotic wildlife from far-off lands and the mysteries of the deep sea. Get up close and personal with our resident animals at the Science Center and meet fascinating critter friends from the community.
July 21-25
Calling all tiny tech explorers! Want to program a robot helper? Or make music and art with technology? This camp is just for you! Have fun discovering all the amazing ways you can use technology to create and make lives easier.
July 28-Aug. 1
Leonardo dreamed of soaring into the sky like a bird – and now it’s your turn! Don’t just dream of flying – come earn your wings with us this summer.
Aug. 4-8
What do you want to be when you grow up? Try some cool science jobs on for size and see what it’s like to investigate and explore the world we live in!
Aug. 11-15
Stars and comets and asteroids, oh my! Embark on an out-of-this-world adventure as we travel to the planets in our solar system… and beyond. Peek through powerful telescopes and discover how we can explore the farthest reaches of space.
