Children's Museums

Museum of Discovery and Science

Name: Museum of Discovery and Science
Address: 401 SW 2nd St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312, Fort Lauderdale, FL, US
Telephone: (954) 467-6637
Rating: 4.5

★★★★☆ 4.5 (7476 reviews)

📍 401 SW 2nd St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

📞 (954) 467-6637

🌐 www.mods.org

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🕐 Hours

Monday	10 AM–5 PM
Tuesday	10 AM–5 PM
Wednesday	10 AM–5 PM
Thursday	10 AM–5 PM
Friday	10 AM–5 PM
Saturday	10 AM–5 PM
Sunday	12–5 PM

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About Museum of Discovery and Science

Science exhibits for all ages. Downtown facility offering interactive exhibits for kids & adults, eco-center & giant IMAX theater. The museum features a comprehensive accessibility program with multiple specialized modes including Epilepsy Safe Mode, Visually Impaired Mode, Cognitive Disability Mode, ADHD Friendly Mode, and Blindness Mode with screen-reader compatibility (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack), committed to WCAG 2.1 AA compliance. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,476 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Science Center
Best For: All ages
Key Feature: Largest IMAX movie screen in South Florida
Highlights: Interactive STEM labs, animal encounters, 7D theater, HoloTheater
Accessibility: Comprehensive accessibility modes and screen-reader support

💡 Did You Know?

⭐The museum features a comprehensive accessibility program with multiple specialized modes including Epilepsy Safe Mode, Visually Impaired Mode, Cognitive Disability Mode, ADHD Friendly Mode, and Blindness Mode with screen-reader compatibility (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack), committed to WCAG 2.1 AA compliance
⭐The aquarium collection includes diverse species such as alligators, turtles, sharks, puffer fish, snakes, and spiders, with live animal encounters featured prominently in daily programming
⭐The museum operates a high school internship program where students serve as exhibit guides, directly engaging with visitors to share educational information about the animals and exhibits
⭐Primary exhibits include a 7D flight simulator theater (To Fly 7D Theater) and a HoloTheater, representing advanced immersive technology integration beyond traditional IMAX offerings

💬 What Visitors Say

💬Bring your own snacks and water to save money—bottled water costs $5 each at the museum. The waterfront balcony is a great spot to enjoy your own food while taking in views.
💬Plan for 2-3 hours minimum to fully enjoy the museum. The hands-on, interactive nature of exhibits means you can easily lose track of time, and there's enough content to spend an entire day if desired.
💡Arrive early to catch the daily Animal Encounters (1 p.m.) and Panther Prowl (2 p.m.) programs, or weekend KaBoom! Show (3 p.m.). These live demonstrations add significant educational value and are included with admission.
💡The museum has dedicated amenities for families with young children, including a nursing room, toddler play area with age-appropriate activities (dress-up, kitchen play, ambulance), and a splash pad—making it especially well-suited for children under 5.
💡Don't miss the interactive animal exhibits, including live snakes, spiders, and an extensive aquarium with alligators, sharks, and turtles. The high school student interns are knowledgeable and enthusiastic about sharing information.