Ultimate Dinosaurs

Now Open!

Best of the Best

Science Museum honored as one of the nation's top spots

Science on Tap: Dino Night

This adults-only event will be a blast from the past!

6–10 p.m.
21+ event

Towers of Tomorrow with LEGO® Bricks

Build your love of STEM, architecture and design

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! 


11 a.m.
Dinosaurs of Antarctica

12 p.m.
Live Universe Exploration

2 p.m.
Wings Over Water

3 p.m.
Living Worlds

4 p.m.
Great Bear Rainforest

Today's Live Science

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


10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Build a Cardboard Race Track

11:30 a.m.
Illuminating Light Demo

12:30 p.m.
Science on a Sphere

1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Stitch a Dinosaur Plushie

1:30 p.m.
Rat Basketball

2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Stitch a Dinosaur Plushie

2:30 p.m.
Science on a Sphere

3:30 p.m.
Illuminating Light Demo

3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Build a Cardboard Race Track

Washed out picture of the main hall at the Science Museum of Virginia
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.

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Posted: June 25, 2025

Bringing the Dead to Life: The Evolution of Paleoart

Science, especially in dinosaur paleontology, is a continuous journey where each new discovery helps reconstruct ancient life and deepen our understanding.

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Washed out picture of an exhibit at the Science Museum of Virginia