Exhibits
The Science Museum of Virginia features four floors of interactive labs, awesome artifacts, hundreds of hands-on experiences and both permanent exhibits and touring exhibitions from around the world to amaze and inspire you!
Tyrannosaurs: Meet the Family
Come face-to-face with a life-sized T. rex and get to know the whole family.
The Dome
Buckle your seatbelt because it's time to explore Earth and the farthest reaches of the cosmos! At 76 feet, our Dome theater is the largest screen in Virginia and provides guests with the ultimate "you are there" experience.
Dinosaurs Alive
See the earliest creatures of the Triassic Period to the monsters of the Cretaceous in this captivating adventure of science and discovery.
Showing Daily at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Big Astronomy
Learn about the people and places who make big astronomy and big science happen.
Showing Daily at 3 p.m. in August
We Are Stars
Journey 13.8 billion years through time and space to discover our explosive origins.
Showing Daily at Noon in August
Upcoming Events
Looking for some fun and inspiration? Check out our one-of-a-kind events!
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Experiences
Science and play collide! Experience a live science demonstration or tinker in one of our amazing labs.
The Forge
Roll up your sleeves and get creative in our permanent makerspace! Participate in a hands-on workshop or find inspiration in our showroom.
