National Children’s Museum Teams Up with Topsoe to Host Free Day of Discovery on National STEM Day, November 8, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 29, 2025) – National Children’s Museum announces a special community day on Saturday, November 8, 2025, in celebration of National STEM Day. The event will welcome guests free of charge thanks to the generous support of presenting sponsor, Topsoe, a leading global provider of technology and solutions for the energy transition.

The day will highlight the power of science, technology, and innovation through engaging STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) activities and pop-up programs. Children and families can experiment with wind-powered projects and explore interactive exhibits designed to spark curiosity and creativity in young learners.

“We want children to leave our space feeling inspired and empowered to take on challenges and change the world,” said Kiryn Hoffman, President & CEO of National Children’s Museum. "Topsoe’s commitment to clean energy and innovation makes them a natural partner as we celebrate STEM Day. Together, we are expanding access to playful STEAM learning for more young learners in our community.”

“As a company, we believe it is our responsibility to take on a positive role within the communities where we operate in,” said Amy Chiang, EVP of Corporate Affairs at Topsoe. “STEM education is central to that vision – it equips the next generation with the skills and curiosity needed to solve some of the challenges facing our world today. We hope this partnership with National Children’s Museum helps inspire more young STEM learners in the D.C. area.”

This free Day of Discovery provides a unique opportunity for families to connect with interactive programs and exhibits offered at National Children’s Museum. Through joyful, hands-on learning experiences, the next generation of innovators, creators, and dreamers discover a love of learning and a passion for STEM that lasts a lifetime.

Free tickets will be available beginning October 1, 2025, via the Museum’s standard ticketing platform. Guests are encouraged to reserve their tickets early.

National Children’s Museum is located at 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW off the Woodrow Wilson Plaza.

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About National Children’s Museum
National Children’s Museum is a dynamic institution in the heart of Washington, D.C., that combines learning elements found in a science center with children’s museum experiences. Through play-based science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) exhibits and programs, the Museum sparks curiosity and ignites creativity for children under the age of twelve and their families. Founded in 1974, the Museum has served Washingtonians for five decades, and since reopening its new location in September 2021, the Museum has established itself as an international destination for play, welcoming more than 771,000 visitors across all eight wards, 50 states, and more than 75 countries. Learn more about how to visit the Museum and engage with virtual STEAM resources at nationalchildrensmuseum.org.

About Topsoe
Topsoe is a leading global provider of advanced technology and solutions for the energy transition. Built on decades of scientific research and innovation, we are working with customers and partners to drive energy resiliency and to achieve their sustainability goals. We offer world-leading solutions for transforming renewable resources into fuels and chemicals, and we provide technologies needed to produce low-carbon and conventional fuels and chemicals as well as ensuring clean air. We were founded in 1940 and are headquartered in Denmark, with over 2,800 employees serving customers all around the globe. To learn more, visit www.topsoe.com.