A Neighborhood Reimagined
4-Day Teen Workshop Series
August 17 – 20 | 1:30pm – 3:30 pm
Admission: $40| OMSI Members Receive 15% off | Teen Only Event Ages 13 – 18
Over four two-hour sessions, participants will work with OMSI instructors to use TinkerCAD to build a shared 3D neighborhood that evolves with each session. Starting with the foundations of physical space and expanding into infrastructure, materials, and social systems, teens will learn how these layers interact to influence community well-being.
Along the way, they’ll examine examples of how design impacts access, health, and belonging — locally and globally — and explore innovative solutions such as sustainable materials and community-based planning.
The series culminates in a digital showcase of their collective Future Neighborhood, highlighting the creativity, systems thinking, and imagination of Afrofuturist design.
Frequently Asked Questions
For more information please contact us at themezz@OMSI.edu or (503) 797-4000.
Yes, this project will evolve over each session of this 4-day course. Each day builds directly on the previous work to complete your shared 3D neighborhood. Please ensure you are available for all sessions before registering.
We encourage teens to attend independently or with peers when they’re able, but parents are absolutely welcome to stay and support their teen if necessary. Parents who plan to remain onsite can grab a table at OMSI’s Empirical Cafe or spend time in our parent lounge, located in the Turbine Hall at the entrance to The Mezz (OMSI’s Teen Space).
No need to bring anything—just yourself and your curiosity!
Review the Inclusive Access page and the Sensory Guide to OMSI to prepare for your visit.
Sensory kits available at the front desk, which include headphones and a fidget toy.
What is The Mezz?
The Mezz is OMSI’s teen-only space, where anyone ages 13-18 can create alongside mentors and other teens to explore ideas, develop skills, and discover a variety of tech resources.
