Exhibitions
The Science Museum of Virginia features four floors of interactive labs, awesome artifacts, hundreds of hands-on experiences and both permanent exhibitions and touring exhibitions from around the world to amaze and inspire you!
The Power of Poison
You’ll be infected with new-found knowledge when you explore poison's role in nature, history and human health
Now Open!
The Dome
Buckle your seatbelt because it's time to explore Earth and the farthest reaches of the cosmos! At 76 feet, The Dome is the largest screen in Virginia and provides guests with the ultimate "you are there" experience.
Animal Kingdom: A Tale of Six Families
A spectacular journey through the diversity of life on our planet.
Now Showing
Encounters in the Milky Way
Discover the chance encounters that have shaped our place in the universe.
Now Showing
Birth of Planet Earth
Travel back 5 billion years to the origins of our planet!
Now Showing
Upcoming Events
Looking for some fun and inspiration? Check out our one-of-a-kind events!
Experiences
Science and play collide! Experience a Live Science Program or tinker in one of our amazing labs.
The Forge
Roll up your sleeves and get creative in our permanent makerspace! Participate in a hands-on workshop or find inspiration in our showroom.
