Exhibitions
The Science Museum of Virginia features four floors of interactive labs, awesome artifacts, hundreds of hands-on experiences and both permanent exhibitions and touring exhibitions from around the world to amaze and inspire you!
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.
Volcanoes - The Fires of Creation
Discover molten worlds and exploding craters in this adrenaline-filled, immersive experience.
Showing Daily at 11 a.m.
Into America’s Wild
Journey through some of the most beautiful but little-known landscapes of North America.
Showing Weekdays at 3 p.m. and
Weekends at 2 p.m.
Living Worlds
Journey through space and time to examine life as an essential quality of our home planet.
Showing Weekdays at 1 p.m. and Weekends at Noon
We Are Stars
Journey 13.8 billion years through time and space to discover our explosive origins.
Showing Weekends at 3 p.m.
Upcoming Events
Looking for some fun and inspiration? Check out our one-of-a-kind events!
Experiences
Science and play collide! Experience a Live Science Program 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.
Maker Challenge - Cardboard Design
Use your imagination and design skills to construct a one-of-a-kind cardboard creation in The Forge.
