PricewaterhouseCoopers Biology Labs feature hands-on activities & microscope use for grades 5 - 10

Bringing a group to HMNS or HMNS Sugar Land? Explore science, nature and history in our interactive science labs which feature specimens, artifacts and laboratory equipment.

Each lab lasts one hour and accommodates up to 25 students. Labs cost range between $165 per lab and $200 (for Dissection Lab*) and include admission to the Museum's Permanent Exhibit Halls.

If your group is interested in scheduling a lab please contact CLOAKING .

Biology Labs

Carbohydrate Code Challenge - (October)

Discover facts about the structure and properties of a powerful energy source: carbohydrates. "Crack the code" and identify an unknown carbohydrate. Includes the use of a heat bath for testing and microscopes.

The Wizard of Osmosis - (February)

Explore the mystery of molecular motion as you experiment with diffusion and osmosis. Includes microscope use.

The Celery Stalks at Night - (April)

Why are so many fruits called vegetables? Why do flowers get all the glory? Get to the root of the problem in this class about the rest of the plant. Includes microscope use.