Inspired by the tremendous success of our innovative GameXPloration gallery, where guests explore the intersection between play and learning, the Saint Louis Science Center is excited for you to experience the world of esports. Join us on this journey as we explore educational, career and play opportunities in the esports industry.
Be sure to join our discord for our events or enrichment programs.
Events
We provide a venue for many regional esports events. Whether onsite, offsite, or virtual, the Science Center has the ability to provide unique experiences for gamers of all skill levels. The Science Center is dedicated in providing accessible opportunities for gamers to learn more about the esports industry and engage in competitive play.
Enrichment Program
Offering accessible educational esports opportunities to our community, our esports program has educational offerings for nearly every age and skill level. Through a unique Path to a Profession approach, our program aims to connect participants with industry professionals that can assist in further skill growth or career exploration.
- Experience career exploration and STEM educational opportunities
- See what it takes and best practices to put on a live Esports event
- Follow us on Twitch (@STLScienceCenter) to view the live streamed competitions
- Participants must be 7 years and older, and those under 18 will need permission from a guardian
What are esports?
Esports are a form of competition using video games. Over the past few years, the esports industry has grown tremendously, selling out arenas, generating millions of views on streaming networks and offering players from all backgrounds an opportunity to succeed on a professional level. In addition, top universities are recruiting gamers for esports programs at the collegiate level.
Why esports?
The Science Center recognizes the benefits that esports offer kids, including social growth, cognitive improvement, problem solving and critical thinking, and enhanced motor skills. Esports bring together a variety of diverse players from all backgrounds and ages, offering a level playing field where skill is not directly correlated with age. The esports field utilizes many 21st-century skills, offering a unique ability to connect multiple disciplines across STEAM career fields from computer science and game design to engineering and healthcare.
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