🔬 STEM
Meet a Scientist: NASCAR Race Track Engineer Jeremy Casperson
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM CDT
Field Museum
About This Event
Want to inspire your child's love of engineering and racing? Meet a Scientist: NASCAR Race Track Engineer Jeremy Casperson at the Field Museum in Chicago offers a rare chance for kids to chat directly with a real engineer about designing high-speed race tracks. This hands-on STEM experience brings careers to life and shows children how science powers the sports they love.
Quick Glance
- Ages: Great for curious kids ages 8+
- When: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
- Location: Field Museum, Chicago, IL
- What to expect: Interactive Q&A with a NASCAR engineer about track design and engineering
Pro Tip: Come with 2,3 specific questions written down,engineers love curious kids, and it helps your child get the most out of the conversation.
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