Science After Darrrrrk

Arr you ready for a family-friendly adventure on the high seas?

5–8 p.m.

Landscape Urbanism

Anticipation is building for our next speaker, both inside and outside the museum!

8 a.m.

GLOW

Illuminating the fun in STEM!

9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Science on Tap: Neon Night

This adults-only event will light up your night!

21+ event

6–10 p.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.
Great Bear Rainforest

12 p.m.
Oceans: Our Blue Planet

1:30 p.m.
Arctic: Our Frozen Planet

3 p.m.
Imagine the Moon

Today's Live Science

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


10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Lego Wind Racer

1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
A Taste of Science

1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Maker Workshop: Sewing Crazy Quilt Squares

1:30 p.m.
Rat Basketball

2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Maker Workshop: Sewing Crazy Quilt Squares

3:30 p.m.
Illuminating Light Demo

3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Lego Wind Racer

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 Museum Life Technology
Posted: Dec. 30, 2025

Top 5 Science Deep Cuts 2025

Between interstellar objects to new breakthroughs in tech, science has had a busy year! We’ve spent all year going over the various science stories that made headlines around the world, but there were some fascinating stories that you may have missed out on. Defying any one singular field, here are our top 5 science deep cuts of 2025!

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