Get charged up about robots and intelligent machines! Explore the science of robotics and discover how intelligent technologies touch our everyday lives. Become a robo-scientist as you take part in hands-on activities that examine how machines work and what they can do. Test your robot operating skills and marvel at amazing robotics and artificial intelligence demonstrations.

Spacebots

10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
[Everyday]

Discover how robots are used to explore Space. Test your skills as you manipulate a satellite with a robotic arm, and complete a Mars mission using a miniature Mars rover.

Autopsy of a Robot

10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
[Everyday]

Explore the inner workings of robots and intelligent machines. Examine how robots think, sense their surroundings, and move. Meet Pixel, the Museum’s friendly robot.

Robots in Your Life

10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
1:30 to 4 p.m.
[Everyday]

Discover the robots and intelligent machines that share your life. Test your precision, speed, and dexterity against our robots. Who will come out on top—you or the robots?

Robotics Demonstrations

10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
[Dates Available: Dec 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30, 31, and Jan 2, 3]

Enjoy interactive demonstrations of robotics and see some of the amazing things robots can do!

Robo-Cops

1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
[Dates Available: Dec 21 and 23]

Meet members of the Ottawa Police Service and their ROVs: remotely operated vehicles. Find out how these robots help police perform dangerous operations.

LEGO® Robots

10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
[Dates Available: Dec 19]

Meet young robotics enthusiasts and discover how LEGO® bricks can be used to create amazing robots. Take our challenge and try operating these robots to complete a special mission!

Storytelling

1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
[Dates Available: Dec 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, and Jan 2, 3]

Journey to the land of imagination. Cozy up as our storyteller enchants you with the story of one robot’s exciting adventures.