A free acoustics workshop for kids with the Acoustical Society of America.
Sponsored by the Women in Acoustics committee and the Education in Acoustics committee.
Enjoy experiments!
Learn about career opportunities!
Explore Acoustics!
ASA often offers a fun and educational science of sound workshop for kids ages 12-17, for free during our meetings.
During the workshop, acoustic demonstrations are presented to kids. Guests will also meet researchers and professionals to learn about acoustics careers.
Workshop Details:
Friday, May 15, 2026
10:00–12:30 PM
Philadelphia Downtown Marriott
1201 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the workshop cost?
The workshop is free, but be advised that you may need to pay for parking at the event location.
Do I have to register?
Registration for the event is not required, but an accurate head count will help us regarding planning.
Can children attend by themselves?
Is this event for girls only?
Any children, can attend to learn about acoustics!
Who do I contact if I have questions?
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the ASA Education and Outreach Coordinator, Keeta Jones at kjones@acousticalsociety.org.
Past Acoustics Workshops for Kids
- Kansas City, Montana, Oct 2012
- Montreal, Canada – Girl Guides, June 2013
- San Francisco, California, Dec 2013
- Providence, Rhode Island, May 2014
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, May 2015
- Salt Lake City, Utah, May 2016
- Boston, Massachusetts, June 2017
- New Orleans, Louisiana, Dec 2017
- Minneapolis, Minnesota, May 2018
- Victoria, Canada – Girl Guides, Nov 2018
- Louisville, Kentucky, May 2019
- San Diego, California, Dec 2019
- Virtual – Acoustics at Home, Dec 2020
- Honolulu, Hawaii, Dec 2025