Spark Program

Black Marker Chromatography

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  Date

Sat, Apr 11, 2026

  Time

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

  Location

Keystone Kidspace

10 East Hamilton Ave
York, PA 17401

Free parking is available in the Smalls Field parking lot accross the street. 


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Saturday April 11, 2026 
from 12-3pm 

What’s really inside a black marker? In this hands-on science exploration, participants will explore capillary action by observing water travel through a coffee filter and separate ink into a surprising spectrum of hidden colors. This visually striking activity introduces basic chemistry concepts like mixtures and chromatography while encouraging observation, prediction, and scientific curiosity.

Activity available at intervals starting at 12pm and ending at 3pm and is included in Open Play admission.

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