The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History opened its doors to families in the metro area, allowing the old and young to interact with science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics.

Officially called STEAM Day, the recent event offered hands-on activities that went beyond textbooks to bring scientific exploration to life in a way that generates interest, according to KRQE.

“Everyone seems very excited,” museum spokesman Jennifer Hayden told KRQE. “When they come in, they’re ready to learn and have fun. This is a time when you can come in from the cold, walk around and have a little bit of fun.”

Those who took part in activities on Saturday, Feb. 18, received a custom button to display what was learned. According to the museum's Facebook, STEAM Day offered a wide range of fun including experiments by STEM professionals and activities like making ice cream with liquid nitrogen.

According to its website, the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History was created in 1969 in order to share the story of the Atomic Age, starting with early research into nuclear development and continuing with current non-violent nuclear uses. This nuclear story is told through various exhibits and displays and delves into, not only the uses of nuclear sciences through the ages and into the future, but the contributions of leaders in the field as well.