Science on a Sphere

Science on a Sphere®

Science on a Sphere is a room-sized global display system that projects images culled from scientific data onto a six-foot-diameter sphere suspended from the ceiling.

Guests can view real-time data of global cloud cover, earthquakes, our Sun, the Earth at night, active volcanoes, a global commercial air traffic, the 2009 H1N1 influenza pandemic, various planets, Facebook friend connections around the world and so much more.

Researchers at NOAA developed Science on a Sphere as an educational tool to help illustrate Earth systems and space science for people of all ages. The Science Museum's sphere is one of less than 150 on display in public institutions across the globe.

Check our daily schedule for Science on a Sphere presentations occurring during your visit.

About Live Demonstrations

Demos are explorations where participants watch and engage with a Science Museum educator who showcases amazing scientific experiments to guests.

Stop by the Cottrell Theater located inside the Speed exhibition. No registration is required and you can stay for a short time or the full 30 minutes. We'll be discussing topics like space, weather, oceans and more!