Children's Museums
Museum of Science & Technology
📍 500 S Franklin St, Syracuse, NY 13202Quick Facts
- Type
- Science Center
- Best For
- All ages
- Highlights
- National Grid ExploraDome theatre, planetarium shows, interactive STEM activities
- Hours
- Thursday–Sunday, 9:30am–5pm
- Accessibility
- Sensory Friendly Time available 3rd Sunday monthly
💡 Did You Know?
- The museum features a National Grid ExploraDome, a giant-screen domed theatre that provides an immersive viewing experience
- Offers Sensory Friendly Time on the 3rd Sunday of each month (9-11am and 4-6pm), demonstrating commitment to accessibility for visitors with sensory sensitivities
- Membership benefits include free admission, free parking for members, discounts on parties and camps, and reciprocal free/discounted admission at other museums
- The museum earned a 4.6-star rating from 2,016 reviews, with visitors praising its comprehensive exhibits covering dinosaurs, space exploration, engineering, pharmaceutics, and biology
💬 What Visitors Say
- Plan for at least 2-3 hours to experience the full range of exhibits spanning dinosaurs, space exploration, technology, electricity, farming, and the mind/body - reviews suggest visitors can easily spend all day there
- Consider a membership if visiting more than once - it includes free admission, free parking, discounts on parties and camps, Science Shop savings, and reciprocal free/discounted admission at other museums
- Visit on the 3rd Sunday of the month during Sensory Friendly Time (9-11am or 4-6pm) for a quieter, more accommodating experience if you have sensory-sensitive family members
- Don't miss the large-screen theater with its 20-minute films - reviewers highlighted it as incredible and a great way to tie together the day's learning across multiple exhibits
- Check the museum's calendar for live performances by local musicians and performers happening within the museum - these add extra entertainment value and cultural engagement to your visit
About Museum of Science & Technology
Kid-oriented learning center with a domed IMAX theater explores the human body, fossils & space.
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