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Playing With Light

Discover how our world is illuminated through full-body interactive exhibits.

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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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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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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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Art at the Museum

Come explore a variety of inspiring art exhibitions at the Science Museum!
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The Hyperwall

See local environmental, social, and climate science stories through data.
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Upcoming Exhibitions

Waiting is the hardest part! But we promise these exhibitions will be worth the wait so mark your calendar!
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