Family STEM Night – Fantastic Food Science

Explore how pioneers preserved and prepared food on the frontier at Naper Settlement’s Family STEM Night! Through engaging, hands-on activities, families will uncover the fascinating science behind pickling, baking, and fermentation, connecting historical techniques to modern food science.

This educational and fun program is recommended for children ages 5 to 11 and their caretakers. Family STEM Nights proudly honor the work of Sally L. Pentecost, a dedicated Naperville educator and administrator who provided twenty-four years of service to the Naperville Heritage Society Board of Directors. Gather the family for an evening of historical discovery and scientific exploration!