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Over 50 Interactive Exhibits

Explore the
Universe

Immerse yourself in our interactive exhibits spanning 15,000 square feet of cosmic discovery. Touch a meteorite, pilot a spacecraft, and journey to the edge of the observable universe.

50+
Interactive Exhibits
15K
Square Feet
6
Thematic Zones
100%
Hands-On Learning
Mars surface
Limited Time Exhibition

Destination:
Mars 2030

Experience humanity's next giant leap. Walk through a full-scale Mars habitat, pilot a rover across Martian terrain, and discover how we'll live on the Red Planet.

  • Full-scale Mars habitat replica
  • VR Mars surface exploration
  • Real Martian meteorite touch station
  • Rover driving simulator
Reserve Tickets Through April 30, 2025

Permanent Exhibits

Journey through six immersive zones, each dedicated to a different aspect of our cosmic neighborhood

Solar system planets
Zone 1

Our Solar System

Walk among the planets with our scale model solar system. Touch real meteorites and see how much you'd weigh on Jupiter.

8 Planets Weight Station Meteorites
Stellar nursery
Zone 2

Life of Stars

Witness the birth, life, and death of stars. Control a stellar fusion simulator and create your own supernova explosion.

Fusion Sim Supernova H-R Diagram
Black hole visualization
Zone 3

Black Holes

Step into the darkest corners of the universe. Experience gravitational lensing and feel the pull of a black hole in VR.

VR Experience Lensing Demo Spaghettification
Spiral galaxy
Zone 4

Galaxies

Explore billions of galaxies. Build your own galaxy in our collision simulator and discover where we are in the Milky Way.

Collision Sim 3D Galaxy Map Hubble Images
Astronaut in space
Zone 5

Space Exploration

From Sputnik to SpaceX. Climb into a real spacecraft capsule, try on astronaut gloves, and launch your own rocket.

Capsule Climb Spacesuit Rocket Launch
Children learning about space
Kids Zone

Little Astronomers

Ages 3-8. Play in a zero-gravity ball pit, build constellations, and train for your first space mission.

Zero-G Pit Star Builder Space Camp

Visitor Favorites

Our most popular hands-on experiences that keep visitors coming back

Mission Control Simulator

Take the commander's seat and guide a spacecraft through orbital maneuvers. Real NASA mission protocols!

15-20 min Ages 8+

Meteorite Touch Lab

Hold pieces of the Moon, Mars, and asteroid belt. Learn to identify different meteorite types.

10 min All ages

Black Hole VR Experience

Cross the event horizon and experience spaghettification in our immersive virtual reality journey.

8 min Ages 10+

Planet Weight Station

Step on our scale to see your weight on all 8 planets plus the Moon. Great for understanding gravity!

5 min All ages

Accessible for Everyone

We believe the wonders of the universe should be accessible to all. Our exhibits are designed with universal accessibility in mind.

Wheelchair Accessible

All exhibits and pathways are fully wheelchair accessible with lowered interactive stations.

Audio Descriptions

Free audio guides with detailed descriptions for visitors with visual impairments.

ASL Interpretation

Sign language interpretation available for tours with advance notice.

Sensory-Friendly Hours

First Sunday of each month features reduced lighting and sound for sensory-sensitive visitors.

Need Accommodations?

Contact us in advance and we'll ensure your visit is comfortable and accessible.

Contact Accessibility Team

Ready to Explore
the Universe?

Plan your visit and discover over 50 interactive exhibits that bring the cosmos to life.