Museum of Science and Industry

Make a Circuit Board

Step 1 of 10: Materials

Key Terms Defined

Circuit
A path that electricity flows along

Here's the Materials You'll Need:

String of holiday lights
Insulated wire (about 7 feet)
Wire strippers
9-volt battery
12 small nails or metal fasteners
File folder or 8” x 11” piece of cardboard
Masking tape
Two paper clips
Ruler
Pen
Paper

Museum Hours
  • Monday – Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Sunday: 11 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Open every day except Christmas Day
More Information
Museum Location
Museum of Science+Industry
57th Street and Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60637
1 (773) 684-1414
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