Mad Science of Milwaukee

Mad Science of Milwaukee offers hands-on science programs that cover electricity, magnetism, optics, biology, engineering, physics, and chemistry. It also offers science experiments for birthday parties, including chemical reaction experiments, rocket launches, and cotton candy making, plus workshops, special events, and assemblies with science shows and fun stations.

Programs

• After-School Programs — Designed for kids ages 5-12 · 1 hour per week for multiple weeks; typically held onsite at your school · Hands-on science programs covering topics including electricity, magnetism, optics, biology, engineering, physics, chemistry, and more; includes an educational science-themed take-home every class.
• Summer Camps — Designed for kids ages 3-12 · New topics and activities every day · Combination of science discovery, outdoor games, and physical activity; well-trained and dynamic instructors.
• Kids Night Out and School Day Off Camps — Designed for kids ages 3-12 · Camp experience · Science discovery camp with green glowing liquid, messages written in secret code, autonomous robots, and more; combination of science discovery, outdoor games, and physical activity.
• Birthday Parties — Children · Science experiments with a certified Mad Scientist; includes chemical reaction experiments, rocket launches, cotton candy making, and ready-to-go Goody Bags.
• Workshops — For kids · Educational and fun science workshops that reinforce concepts taught in class; curriculum correlated to state and provincial standards.
• Special Events and Assemblies — Children · Science shows and fun stations for school assemblies and events; described as hassle-free, adaptable, and action-packed.

At a glance

• Ages: 3–12 years old
• General schedule: After-school programs are 1 hour per week for multiple weeks. Standard after-school programs are immediately after school for 1 hour and typically last for 4 or 8 weeks; requests of 4 to 12 weeks can be accommodated.

About the provider

Mad Science has been in the Milwaukee area for 20 years and since 2001. Mad Science describes its mission as inspiring children through science, sparking lifelong imagination and curiosity. It is described as a leading science enrichment provider with over 150 locations, over 20 countries, and over 30 years in business.

Payment is required at the time of registration. Mad Science offers payment plans. Checks or credit cards are accepted. Refund requests made more than one week prior to the start of the program incur a $25 processing fee; no refunds or credits with less than one week’s notice; no refunds or prorated fees for missed classes; $30 fee for all returned checks. Class cancellations follow the inclement weather and school closure policy of the school district in which they are instructing, and they will attempt to schedule a make-up class.

What families say

“Our son loves science! I am a high school science teacher and love that you give these opportunities for young kids! :)” — Stacy Rancho Cordova, CA

“My son has attended the Mad Science after-school programs every year starting from Kindergarten! We love how excited he has been after each class to tell us about the cool things his Mad Scientist did! We can't wait to do it again this year!” — Jamie Greensboro, NC

“When I pick up my son from school on Fridays, his energy is different from any other day. Instead of the usual response to my questioning of his day's experience - "it was fine"- I hear an enthusiastic stream of science facts and stories of experiments. When we get home, he demonstrates what he's done with the kits Mad Science gives him to take home. Thank You Mad Science!!” — Tea Boca Raton, FL

Last updated November 5, 2026.