As we entered the museum there was a sign that stated that the museum is going to be updating its exhibits in the near future . . . this would be a good thing I think. The museum is great and very interactive but not all of the exhibits seemed to be working on our visit. The flight simulator is... more

The Science Museum at Center in the Square in Roanoke, Virginia is a great place to take kids age 7-12. There are lots of hands-on displays. The most appealing display was the flight simulator. We went later in the afternoon, and when everyone else left, my son and I had lots of time to play pilot in the cockpit. Another... more

This is a must-see when in the area. Something to delight everyone with the hands-on, interactive displays showing how electricity works, how the human heart and circulatory system operate, weather phenomenoms, light displays, illusions and the list goes on. See fossils, bones, shells, rocks and gemstones. This is truly an amazing place. The planetarium show is comfortable, fun and informative.... more