Professional Services
Creating Incredible Exhibitions Is What We Do.
Let us be your go-to partner for learning.
Exhibition Rentals and Sales
Kamin Science Center, formerly Carnegie Science Center, has developed numerous science exhibits in Pittsburgh and is a trusted partner for high-quality exhibitions.
We have:
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Developed and built hundreds of exhibit components for science centers nationwide.
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Created traveling exhibits that have been featured in over 20 museums across the United States and Canada.
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Developed Buhl Planetarium shows that have been shown in more than 20 countries and translated into 18 languages.
Exhibit Design & Fabrication Services
Kamin Science Center provides custom exhibit design and fabrication to suit any need. Whether you’re looking for one of our popular science-themed catalog pieces, a signature creation, or a gallery of unique interactives, our skilled team is ready to help.
We offer planning, custom design, and quality fabrication to fit your mission and budget. Contact us for a consultation or to explore available exhibits.
Exhibit Catalog
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Wide range of science topics: sound, light, flight physics, energy transfer, and more
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Exhibit styles from mechanical interactives to multimedia experiences
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Field-tested by over half a million visitors annually
Master Planning
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Experience services like guided brainstorming, concept design, content planning, interactive text writing, and production.
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Create stunning concept packages to showcase ideas to potential funders.
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Help turn your ideas into engaging, immersive exhibit experiences.
Design
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Our design team can transform anything from a sketch to detailed 3D imaging into fabrication-ready drawings.
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Our capabilities range from simple mechanical interactives to complex electromechanical systems.
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Customizable designs are available to fit your particular theme or style.
Fabrication
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We create prototypes for new exhibits to assess visitor interaction, engineering, ADA compliance, and feasibility.
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We provide full graphics and text panel production that are specifically tailored to your content and style.
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Our exhibits are built for durability, with high-quality materials and safety features.
Makers in Motion®
Makers in Motion® combines content with social-emotional learning, helping students reconnect with creativity, communicate meaningfully with peers, and build self-confidence. Through the design process, they learn to celebrate missteps as essential steps in learning.
Why Makers in Motion®
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Kamin Science Center and Fab Lab’s Makers in Motion® lead in design, implementation, and adaptation for makerspaces.
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We provide essential tools for success tailored to your organization’s needs.
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We share best practices for makerspace sustainability and mission-focused growth.
Makerspaces That Make Sense
Our makerspaces:
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Bring hands-on, innovative workshops to students, educators, and families, anywhere.
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Complement traditional classrooms and help students apply knowledge through hands-on, action-based learning.
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Serve as hubs of collaboration, personal growth, and curiosity-driven learning, supported by a specialized curriculum and advanced fabrication tools.
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Encourage “just in time” STEM learning, allowing students to explore and create with purpose.
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Break the mold of traditional education, offering hands-on, memorable experiences that value progress over perfection across all curriculum areas.
Everything You Need to Make a Difference
Makers in Motion® includes 3D printers, laser and vinyl cutters, laptops, routers, and high-tech fabrication tools.
Packages come with intensive training, standards-aligned lesson plans, a lab operations guide, and ongoing support.
Join a network of makerspaces for ongoing collaboration and support.
Our Services
Full Makerspace Installation and Training
Our full makerspace package is all-inclusive and provides everything you need to implement both an on-site and outreach makerspace solution.
We provide intensive training, standards-aligned lesson plans and curricula, operational support and coaching, and consultation services.
Consultations and Professional Development Courses
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If you have your own equipment or are working to develop buy-in and resources from funders, consultations through Makers in Motion® can help your makerspace reach its full potential.
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BNY Fab Lab Kamin Science Center offers consultations, professional development programs, and curricula.
Professional Development Courses
From years of experience with making tens of thousands of makers, our team can help yours in the following areas:
- Computer-aided design for all skill levels
- 3D printing
- Laser cutter
- Vinyl cutter
- CNC routing
- Electronics and soldering
- Mission statement creation or refinement
Please note: Offsite courses, consultations, and packages can bring BNY Fab Lab Kamin Science Center’s Mobile Fab Lab to your organization. These services may incur additional travel fees.
Here’s a sampling of labs we have assisted:
, or contact Luke Macios, business development manager, at MaciosL@KaminScienceCenter.org or call 412.237.3408 to start the conversation.