Beckman Institute Open House
About open house
Extraordinary science can change the lives of ordinary people. That’s the philosophy at the Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology, where researchers from more than 40 scientific areas work together to ask and answer big questions — about human health and medical imaging, cleaner energy and greener plastics, and even artificial intelligence and bioinspired robots.
The Beckman Institute Open House is an opportunity for Champaign-Urbana community members to encounter the science, meet the people, and experience the impact of world-changing discovery. Visitors of all ages are encouraged to engage with more than 30 exhibits, participate in hands-on demos, complete the science scavenger hunt, and take a commemorative photo at the selfie station. This event is free and open to the public.
Eat at Ted's Café
Ted's Café will be open both Friday and Saturday for the Beckman Institute Open House. Check back soon for a list of menu items. The café also serves coffee, snacks and soft drinks.
Eat at Ted's Café
Ted's Café will be open both Friday and Saturday for the Beckman Institute Open House. Check back soon for a list of menu items. The café also serves coffee, snacks and soft drinks.
Information for teachers
Pre-register your classroom for a field trip
Dozens of schools visit our open house as a field trip. They enjoy our unique, hands-on STEM experiences for K-12 students. Pre-registration is not required, but we highly encourage it. Check back in early spring 2026 for the registration form.
Pre-register your classroom for a field trip
Dozens of schools visit our open house as a field trip. They enjoy our unique, hands-on STEM experiences for K-12 students. Pre-registration is not required, but we highly encourage it. Check back in early spring 2026 for the registration form.
Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology