Through experiential exhibits, awesome artifacts, interactive technologies, innovative programs, dynamic films, impressive live animals, and interesting lab demos, the Science Museum of Virginia inspires hundreds of thousands of guests each year to enrich their lives through science. The Museum is a catalyst for inspiration, a place that sparks curiosity, encourages discovery and generates ideas in science, technology, engineering, and math.
The Museum features permanent hands-on exhibits about wellness, innovation and speed—to name a few—and hosts touring exhibitions from around the world. At 76 feet, The Dome theater is the largest screen in Virginia and provides guests with the ultimate "you are there" experience. The Museum also hosts numerous special events throughout the year, such as workshops, talks, and summer camps.
The Science Museum of Virginia has something for curious-minded guests of all ages!