Sciencenter
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Sciencenter Mission: To inspire excitement for science through interactive exhibits and programs that engage, educate, and empower. An unforgettable experience awaits you at the Sciencenter!
Get ready to climb, splash, think, build, and bounce your way through four exhibit galleries filled with full-body science fun. From Astronomy to Zoology, the Sciencenter offers something special for visitors of any age or ability.
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◦ Live Animals ◦
From colorful snakes to beautiful sea stars, visitors can meet and touch many of our critters in our two live animal zones: the Connect to the Ocean Touch Tank and the Saltonstall Animal Room.
◦ For Toddlers ◦
Designed for smaller hands, littler bodies, and inquisitive minds, the Curiosity Corner is a vibrant play space welcoming Sciencenter visitors ages four and under.
◦ Discovery Space ◦
Dig into your favorite science topics by lifting the lid of our 20+ fun and engaging discovery boxes.
◦ Outdoor Science Fun ◦
Explore sound, motion, water, and more outdoors in the Science Playground (April 1 - November 30, weather permitting) . Challenge a friend to a round of mini-golf on our new 18-hole course, opening July 4, 2014. Or explore the solar system on the Sagan Planet Walk, our 3/4-mile walking tour from the Commons in downtown Ithaca to the Sciencenter.
Plan your visit and view our calendar of events at www.sciencenter.org.
The Sciencenter is wheelchair accessible. Wheelchairs available free of charge.
Brown bag lunches can be enjoyed in the Community Room or Science Park.
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facebook.comThere is always something new to explore and experience at the Sciencenter! Stop by to meet our live animals, take part in cool hands-on programs, explore our current featured exhibition, and more.
Gift the gift of discovery this year with a Sciencenter membership. Not only do members receive year-long access to amazing hands-on science here at the Sciencenter but they also get free admission to over 300 museums nationwide! Order by the end of today to receive your membership by December 25. http://www.sciencenter.org/membership.html
Catch the Geminid meteor shower tomorrow night! Look to the northeastern sky late on the 13th and into the early morning hours on the 14th.
Have you checked everyone off of your gift list? Give a gift that will last all year long! Order your Sciencenter gift memberships by December 13 and receive them by December 25. http://www.sciencenter.org/membership.html
We’re hoping for clear skies next week so we can catch the Geminid meteor shower. Look to the northeastern sky late on the 13th and into the early morning hours on the 14th.
Today is FREE Sunday at the Sciencenter, 12 pm – 5 pm! Supporting our Annual Fund helps us keep the Sciencenter accessible for all families, regardless of income.
The Sciencenter offers $1 admission to EBT cardholders and each family member of their immediate household. Simply present your EBT card and photo ID upon entry. Visit today! There's always something new to explore. #MuseumsforAll
Meet our middle school Future Science Leaders at today’s Showtime! and try out the new hands-on activities that they developed. Learn how your middle schoolers can be a part of this engaging program: http://www.sciencenter.org/programs.html
After your day of fun, check out the Sciencenter Store for smart toys and fun gifts! Through December 31, all purchases are 10% off, and 20% off for Sciencenter members. And remember, museum admission is not required to shop.
December 10 is FREE Sunday at the Sciencenter! Admission is free for everyone, 12 pm – 5 pm. http://www.sciencenter.org/calendar.html
The Gulf Toadfish that resides in our Mangrove exhibit first came to live at the Sciencenter in February of 2008. It was a young fish then so it is most likely 11-12 years old now. Her predecessor came to the Sciencenter when the Animal Room first opened in 2003, so this species is one that we've kept and exhibited for the longest
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