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PAST Innovation Lab

PAST Innovation Lab

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Where Innovation Meets Education

The PAST Innovation Lab is a 32,000 square foot research, development, and programming hub for applied STEM education. Located at the gateway of Columbus’s Kinnear Road Tech Corridor (just west of The Ohio State University). The Lab is the headquarters of the PAST Foundation and a central site for student experiences, educator development, and collaborative problem solving.

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Fueling the Future of Education

The PAST Innovation Lab isn’t just a building, it’s a launchpad for what’s next in education. It’s where educators try new methods, students build confidence and curiosity, and partners come together to design solutions that make learning more relevant, engaging, and equitable.

Real change takes vision and partnership. If you’re a funder, donor, or organization passionate about transforming education through applied STEM, we invite you to join us.

Designed for Discovery

An 18,000 square foot flexible learning and R&D space

A 16,000 square foot Fab Lab and robotics arena

Specialized zones for student programming, prototyping, and educator training

Whether you're visiting for a summer STEM camp, participating in educator professional development, or collaborating on a community-based workforce initiative, the Innovation Lab is where ideas come to life!

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Students working in the PAST Innovation Lab
PAST Innovation Lab with orange and green furniture, people talking
Students study anatomical models in a classroom setting, learning together. Reviewing human anatomy.

Who We Serve

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Students

After-school and summer programs introduce students to real-world challenges and STEM career pathways through immersive, hands-on experiences.

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Educators

The Innovation Lab hosts both in-person and virtual professional learning experiences that equip educators to implement transdisciplinary, problem-based learning.

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Community & Industry Partners

We partner with schools, higher ed institutions, community leaders, and industry professionals to co-create relevant, research-backed programming that prepares learners for the future of work.

What’s Next?

Learn how we bring this mission to life through immersive programs, applied research, and powerful partnerships.

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