The Power of Poison

Coming October 4

Science After Dark: Spooky Science

A night full of frighteningly fun STEM activities!

5–8 p.m.

Families in Medicine Camp-In

An overnight adventure the whole family will love.

Friday, October 10, at 6 p.m. to Saturday, October 11, at 9 a.m

Laser Show: Taylor Swift

Back by popular demand!

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.
Flight of the Butterflies

12 p.m.
Messengers of Time and Space

1:30 p.m.
Dinosaurs of Antarctica

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 Costumes

11:30 a.m.
Sound Science Demo

1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Screen Printed Monster Mask

1:30 p.m.
Rat Basketball

2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Screen Printed Monster Mask

2:30 p.m.
Science on a Sphere

3:30 p.m.
Sound Science Demo

3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Cardboard Costumes

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

Climate Science Energy Technology
Posted: Sept. 30, 2025

Question Your World: Can Data Centers Be More Sustainable?

Data centers, which support our digital activities, require significant energy, with projections suggesting that some activities may consume as much energy as entire nations.

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