I was offered a membership for a year and accepted, I have gone twice once with friends once with a child....the museum lobby is nice has that pendulum swinging that's interesting but the rest of the museum looks like high school exhibits.....the halls were empty the exhibits were dark or broken, the glass on most of the wall exhibits were...
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Science Museum of Virginia
2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23220
804 864 1400
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Ranked #24 of 86 attractions in Richmond
Type: Science Museums
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“We’re not your dad’s Science Museum!” says Science Museum of Virginia Director/CWO (that’s Chief Wonder Officer) Richard Conti. “Our newly...
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“We’re not your dad’s Science Museum!” says Science Museum of Virginia Director/CWO (that’s Chief Wonder Officer) Richard Conti. “Our newly re-imagined Museum is a place that is relevant to your life and fun!”Our mission: Inspiring Virginians to enrich their lives through science.Our Story: Since its founding by the Virginia General Assembly in 1970, the Science Museum of Virginia has become the premier center for hands-on science education in Virginia. The Museum has permanent exhibitions on health, energy and natural science and includes hundreds of interactive exhibits, fascinating artifacts, live animals, a theater company and cutting edge technology. The IMAX®DOME creates the ultimate “you are there” experience with the largest film screen in Virginia wrapped around you. The Museum also features visiting exhibitions, educational programming, overnight adventures, lectures, demonstrations, and summer camps. The Museum receives guidance and generous support from community leaders and organizations. The Museum’s Board of Trustees is appointed by the Governor and provides oversight and policy guidance. The Science Museum of Virginia Foundation raises funds to support the mission, operations and capital needs of the museum. The Museum is also the parent organization for the Danville Science Center, the Virginia Aviation Museum and the Rice House.The Science Museum of Virginia is located in Richmond's Museum District, in historic Broad Street Station designed by renowned architect John Russell Pope, at 2500 West Broad Street.
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What a fun and engaging musuem! We visited for about 1.5 hours, and could have stayed longer, but the screaming school kids overtook some of the exhibits. We were fine with that - it's wonderful to see these children so excited about science. Had some cool IMAX shows, too, but the scheduled times didn't fit with our day plans.
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Richmond, Virginia
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I would not spend my time in looking in to the antique displays which are meant just for childrens education. However, if you are in the city and have an hour or so for your next flight, do check out the imax studio located in the museum and they have an awesome setup there. First, you would not see a...
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Gloucester, Va.
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We brought our 4 grandchildren aged 2 through 10 and each had a wonderful time. All of the exhibits were interactive and each child had their favorite activity. The IMAX film is a must see and extremely informative. From 10 in the morning until about 4:30, the time flew by and they all learned a lot of new facts.
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I was not at the museum for an exhibit but yet for a business dinner. The food was fantastic and the servers were considerate of special dietary needs and preferences. Definitely a great venue for a party.
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Brownsville, Texas
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nothing to dislike. i was amazed at how cool this place was. there is everything to love about it =)
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Charlottesville, Virginia
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A good place to go with kids. Maybe because of spring break, it was free. A big and good looking building, a big areas for different subjects. Shop for Science is also a potantial place for spending money if you want to buy gift or science toys for your kids.
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Norfolk, Virginia
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I had a 5 year old and a one year old and it managed to hold the attention of both! Very good for about age 4 through 8 but even younger and older would enjoy it. I learnt a lot myself! Worth trying to go when they are doing the 'Rat Basketball' too. Good value for money. An excellent rainy...
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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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The omnimax theater is awesome- and I really am glad I spent the nine dollars on the movie. The exhibits were fun and amusing, but more aimed towards children than adults which wasn't that fun. A lot of the interactive exhibits were not working, which was annoying. The pendulum in the entry was awesome, and some of the exhibits were...
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Richmond, VA
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This is well worth a visit lots of things to see try and fit a movie in the IMAX in as well . Warning don't eat before the movie it can cause motion sickness ! Great family day out and educational enjoy
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