Children’s STEAM Room

Hart Memorial Library now has a STEAM room in the Children’s Department! Located on the second floor, this room is a dedicated space for exploration, creativity, and hands-on learning in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM).

To ensure a safe, engaging, and productive environment for all, please adhere to the following guidelines:

Eligibility and Access

The STEAM Room is open to children 3-10 years.
Children under 10 years must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
STEAM Room limit is 8 people (including caregivers).
Groups are limited to a 1-hour block of time. Please inform staff when leaving.
Check in at service desk.
Check out at service desk when leaving.

Supervision

Library staff are not responsible for direct supervision of individual children.
Caregivers must remain in the Children’s Department while their child is using the STEAM Room.
Caregivers, please engage with children during activities.
Misuse of equipment or failure to follow rules may result in dismissal from the room.

Safety and Conduct

Use of equipment and materials must be supervised and in accordance with their intended purpose.
Running or disruptive behavior is not permitted.
Food and drinks are not allowed in the STEAM Room to protect the equipment.

Use of Equipment and Materials

All STEAM Room materials and equipment are for shared use. Be considerate and allow other to take turns.
Users must handle all items with care and report any damages to library staff immediately.
ALL items must remain in STEAM Room.