Science Museum of Virginia
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The character and history at the Science Museum of Virginia are unparalleled. From the majestic Broad Street Station Rotunda and marble pillars, to the sleek steel-and-glass Dewey Gottwald Center, the Science Museum offers customizable settings for any occasion. Whether you’re planning a small or large meeting, intimate gathering or a grand-scale affair, our facilities are equipped to accommodate events of all sizes. Prior to your event, our on-site planner will collaborate with you to ensure every detail is covered. Additionally, on your special day, a host of professional and courteous staff will make certain your event runs seamlessly. Let your imagination soar with this historic blank palate to bring your event to a stunning realization. Whether you are looking for elegance or casual fun, let us help you plan your special event today!
Safety and Social Protocols
General
- CDC Recommended Cleaning Procedures:
- Hand Wash/Sanitizer Stations:
- Mobile Payments Accepted:
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Amenities
General
- A/V on site:
- Attraction Fee: Regular Admission Adult (13-59): $17.50 Youth 6-12 and Seniors 60+: $14.50 Groups of 10+: $10.00 Exhibitions + Film: Adult (13-59): $22.50 Youth 4-12 and Seniors 60+: $19.50 Groups of 10+: $14.00
- Attraction Hours: 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m., Tuesday–Sunday
- Distance to Airport: 11 miles
- Electric Car Charging Stations:
- Handicapped Accessible:
- Hours (General Information): 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m., Tuesday–Sunday
- Motorcoach Group Friendly:
- Motorcoach Parking on Site:
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Parking:
- Free
- Motorcoach
- Parking Fee Information: Free
- Wifi Access:
Restaurant
- # of Restaurants: 1
- Breakfast:
- Lunch:
- Restaurant Price Range: $
Parks and Recreation
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Park Features:
- Gardens
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Wi-Fi
Accessibility
- Accessible Washrooms:
- Designated Accessible Parking Spaces: Yes
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Entrance Accessibility:
- Accessible Ramps and Curbs
- Automated Door Openings
- Elevator to Above Ground Accessible Accommodation
- Nearest Public Bus Stop: GRTC Pulse: Science Museum East & Westbound Station
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Rooms:
- Wider Entry and Bathroom Doorways – External 80 cm, Internal 75 cm. Easy to open
- Grab Bars in Bathroom
- Services for Developmental Impairments:
- Services for Hearing Impairments:
- Services for Visually Impaired:
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Tables and Seating:
- Flexible Seating
- Van Accessible Parking Spaces: Yes
Facilities
- Exhibits Space
- Reception Capacity 1000
- Theatre Capacity 230
- Banquet Capacity 1000
- Number of Rooms 9
- Classroom Capacity 500
The Forum
- Classroom Capacity: 100
- Banquet Capacity: 100
- Reception Capacity: 100
The Rotunda
- Classroom Capacity: 350
- Banquet Capacity: 350
- Reception Capacity: 350
Thalhimer Pavilion
- Banquet Capacity: 500
- Reception Capacity: 500
TrainYard (Garner Pavilion)
- Banquet Capacity: 1000
- Reception Capacity: 1000
Discovery Classroom
- Theater Capacity: 150
- Classroom Capacity: 80
- Banquet Capacity: 80
- Reception Capacity: 125
Mezzanine
- Reception Capacity: 200
The Dome
- Theater Capacity: 250
Barbara Thalhimer Theater
- Theater Capacity: 119
Dewey Gottwald Center
- Classroom Capacity: 500
- Banquet Capacity: 500
- Reception Capacity: 500