




Experiments in Biotechnology
Join Kiewit Luminarium and Metropolitan Community College (MCC) for our workshop series: BioDiscovery Lab! Inspired by MCC’s new Biotechnology program, these interactive workshops explore the exciting world of biotechnology. Biotechnology uses living organisms to create products that benefit health, agriculture, and the environment. Blending biology, design, and technology, these activities spark curiosity and creativity, supporting both MCC’s and Kiewit Luminarium’s mission to inspire lifelong interest and careers in STEM.
These engaging workshops explore a variety of topics including bioplastics, microbes, bioluminescence, and more! Designed for youth ages 8 and up, plus their families, these workshops introduce cutting-edge tools, organisms, and immersive activities. Participants will explore biology as a powerful and accessible tool for problem-solving, encouraging everyone to imagine and engage with the future of biotechnology.
Questions? Reach out to us: [email protected]
Upcoming Labs
All workshops take place at Kiewit Luminarium in the second floor River Room. Sign up for an upcoming workshop today! Spots are limited. Workshops are included free with a general admission ticket or Membership.

BioDiscovery Lab: Algae BioPlastics
Join Kiewit Luminarium and Metropolitan Community College for our workshop series: BioDiscovery Lab! Inspired by MCC’s new Biotechnology program,…

BioDiscovery Lab: Coloring with Cabbage
This interactive experience explores the fascinating world of natural pigments. Using anthocyanin, a special pigment found in red cabbage,…

BioDiscovery Lab: Making Microbes
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BioDiscovery Lab: Spooky Genetics
Uncover ancient mysteries through DNA! Thanks to cutting-edge technology, scientists can now unlock the secrets of ancient DNA, revealing…

BioDiscovery Lab: Exploring Bioluminescence
In this interactive workshop, you will explore the fascinating science of bioluminescence—the natural ability of organisms to produce light!…