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Sep
22

Science After Dark

Science After Dark: Wildlife Wonders

Enjoy hands-on creature activities, explore animal habitats and so much more!

5–8 p.m.

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Sep
23

Teacher Open House

Teachers can spend the morning being WOWed by all the field trip fun the Science Museum has to offer.

9:30 a.m.–1 p.m.

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Sep
30

¡Virginia Fiesta!

Celebrate science and culture in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month.

9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Sep
30

$10 Days

On $10 days, admission to the Science Museum is $10 for everyone, regardless of ticket category.
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Oct
01

Dome Debut Day

Come celebrate the reopening of the new and improved Dome and the premiere of Ancient Caves with half-off Dome tickets!
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Oct
20

Science After Dark: Spooky Science

Get into the Halloween spirit with a night full of frighteningly fun STEM activities!

5–8 p.m.

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Nov
01

Minds of All Kinds

Join us for a sensory-friendly evening developed for guests with disabilities.

4–8 p.m.

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Nov
24 - 26

Model Railroad Show

Come enjoy a holiday tradition with all the bells and whistles!
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