Hands-on Learning
Science on a River (SOAR) 501c3 and the Education Center is an innovative science, technology, and urban ecology educational destination operating as an extension to Visit Sheboygan’s new Visitor Center.
Located on riverfront property, just blocks away from Lake Michigan, the STEAM Education Center will provide clean energy, eco-tourism, urban ecology, and water-related recreation exhibits, interactivities and learning opportunities through self-directed and guided tours, team building and professional development workshops, K-12 field trips, summer camps, and ROV explorations of shipwrecks and habitats. The opportunities and advantages that the STEAM Education Center will provide to Sheboygan and the surrounding areas include economic development, education, environmental stewardship, and recreation.
Science in the Sky
Off-the-grid educational viewing platform partially cantilevered over the Sheboygan River
Gardens
A new public access space featuring green infrastructure and sustainable gardens.
Classroom
A versatile room with drop-down power, sink, and easy access to the outdoors via a glass garage door.
K-12 Educational Field Trips
Hands-on experiences connecting students to their local environment through STEAM activities.
S.O.S
An immersive display system that transforms earth and space sciences into to a dynamic experience.
Volunteer Opportunities
Helping others to better understand our local environment through education and urban ecology initiatives.