STEM learning continues as the Science Mill in Johnson City offers two educational and entertaining activities for families during the month of February.
Saturday, February 7, 2026 10:00 AM 11:00 AM
Sips & STEM - The Science of Coffee
Marcos Rodriguez of Greater Goods Coffee Company will lead an interactive workshop that invites guests to explore coffee the way professionals do—through smell, taste, and science.
After learning about coffee’s chemistry, origin, and extraction methods, participants will experience a guided tasting of eight freshly roasted coffees from around the world.
Includes:
-Guided smelling and tasting (cupping) techniques
-Freshly ground coffee to explore aroma
-Side-by-side coffee comparisons
-A structured tasting period with breaks for questions
-Partnered tasting and sensory note sheets for reflection
Sips & STEM is offered for ages 18+. Tickets for this activity are $18 and must be purchased in advance, and do not include general admission to the museum.
Saturday, February 14, 2026 10:00 AM 4:00 PM
Engineering Day
A hands-on experience designed to spark curiosity and creative problem-solving.
Visitors will build, test, and experiment through engaging engineering challenges led by engineers from the Austin Branch of the Texas Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE).
Engineering Day is designed for all ages and is included with admission.
More details, times, advance tickets are available at www.sciencemill.org.
The Science Mill is located at 101 South Lady Bird Lane, Johnson City TX. Hours are Wednesday- Saturday, 10:00am-4:00pm. All general activities come with General Admission, which includes access to more than 50 ongoing exhibits. For updated daily activity schedules, fees, and hours–www.sciencemill.org
The Science Mill in Johnson City is a 501(3)(c) science museum, family attraction, and historical destination on a mission to make STEM more accessible to kids of all backgrounds.