Survival of the Slowest

Find out if “slow but steady” truly does win the race!

Now Open!

Extended Fridays

An evening worth hanging around for!

Fridays 5-8 p.m.

Rescue

From air to sea to land, discover ways first responders help those in distress.

On display beginning July 13

Science of Opportunity on the International Space Station

Join us as Astronaut Donald Pettit shares his experiences on the Space Station.

8 a.m.

Curious Minds of All Ages!

Science is everywhere, but sometimes discovery needs a guide. Check out our exhibitions, films, labs, makerspaces, events and much more. We're your quirky partner that's here to help you explore the most wonderfully random STEM topics.

Today's Dome Shows

Buckle your seatbelt because it's time to explore our incredible Earth and the farthest reaches of the cosmos in The Dome! 


10:30 a.m.
Wings Over Water

12 p.m.
Live Universe Exploration

1:30 p.m.
Horse Power

3 p.m.
Birth of Planet Earth

Today's Live Science

Watch and engage with a Museum educator who demonstrates amazing scientific experiments.


10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Cardboard Animal Accessories

11 a.m.
Keeper Talk

12:30 p.m.
Cow Eye Dissection Demo

1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Sloth Plushies

1:30 p.m.
Rat Basketball

2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Sloth Plushies

2:30 p.m.
Science on a Sphere

2:30 p.m.
Sloth Hang

3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Cardboard Animal Accessories

3:30 p.m.
Cow Eye Dissection Demo

4 p.m.
Keeper Talk

Front View inside The Dome featuring a galaxy on the screen
Starry Sky

The Dome

​The Dome features live astronomy shows and giant screen films on one of the most technologically advanced digital planetarium theaters in the world.

Blog

Biology Health Technology
Posted: June 3, 2026

How Did Snails Inspire Cancer Treatment

The phrase “Slow and steady wins the race” just got a wild new upgrade! How did scientists use snails to help treat cancer?

Garden snail sits on top of a green leaf
Washed out picture of an exhibit at the Science Museum of Virginia