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Skin: Living Armor, Evolving Identity

An immersive touring exhibition that inspires wonder and curiosity about this uniquely complex organ.

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Speed

An homage to all things motion and time, Speed demonstrates the fastest and slowest things the universe has to offer.
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Boost!

This exhibition helps boost your mind and body with hands-on science games and challenges.
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LightPlace

This exhibition promotes skill development and exploratory learning in children 5 and under with fun, hands-on STEM activities.
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Art at the Museum

Come explore a variety of inspiring art exhibitions at the Science Museum!
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Planet Shark: Predator or Prey

Plunge into the underwater world of sharks to learn more about the world's most feared predator.

May 28-September 5, 2022

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Step Outside

Trains and a submarine, native plants and pollinators, record-setting astronomical displays – the Museum campus showcases science and innovation, too!
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Planet Shark: Predator or Prey - Evening Hours

To give you more time to experience Planet Shark: Predator or Prey the Science Museum is staying open late!

Fridays, 5-8 p.m.
June 3 - September 2, 2022

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Green Science

From rain barrels to a green roof, we keep a green campus and have plenty of pointers on how you can do the same.
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