Children's Museums
Rockville Science Center Storefront
📍 36 Maryland Ave C, Rockville, MD 20850🌐 www.rockvillesciencecenter.org
🕐 Hours
| Monday | 4–8 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 4–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–8 PM |
| Thursday | 4–8 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Rockville Science Center Storefront
Rockville Science Center Storefront is a children's museum in Rockville, MD. Rockville Science Day is the region's largest STEM festival, celebrating its 35th anniversary in 2026 with expected 4,000+ visitors. Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars by 19 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Science Center
- Best For
- K-12 students, high school students, families
- Core Programs
- K-12 STEM education, Makerspace with CNC/3D printing/laser engraving, Explorer Post 1010 robotics and rocketry, Rockville Science Day festival
- Key Strength
- Equity and accessibility focus in STEM education
- Notable Event
- Rockville Science Day — 35-year-old regional STEM festival
💡 Did You Know?
- Rockville Science Day is the region's largest STEM festival, celebrating its 35th anniversary in 2026 with expected 4,000+ visitors
- The Science Center features a Makerspace & Tool Library with advanced equipment including CNC machining, 3D printing, and laser engraving capabilities
- The Rockville Chess Club meets regularly at the Science Center (Monday nights at 6:30 pm and 2nd/4th Fridays at 7pm) and welcomes players of all skill levels from newbies to competitive players
- The Science Center's mission emphasizes equity and accessibility in STEM education, serving as a supplement to K-12 education with reasonable admission prices
💬 What Visitors Say
- Join the Rockville Chess Club that meets at the venue on Monday nights at 6:30 pm and 2nd/4th Fridays at 7pm - it's welcoming to newbies, kids, and adults with varying skill levels, offering a friendly instructional environment
- Plan a visit around Rockville Science Day, the region's largest STEM festival celebrating its 35th year in 2026 with 4,000+ expected visitors, for an expanded experience beyond regular programming
- Combine hands-on makerspace experiences (CNC machining, 3D printing, laser engraving) with structured STEM workshops like Lego Robotics and coding classes for a comprehensive educational visit
- The venue emphasizes equity and accessibility in STEM with reasonable admission prices and serves as an excellent supplement to K-12 education, making it ideal for reinforcing classroom learning
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