Science Museum of Virginia

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The Science Museum of Virginia is a catalyst for inspiration, a place that sparks curiosity and generates ideas. Through hundreds of experiential exhibits, awe-inspiring artifacts and interactive technologies, the Museum presents dynamic programming to hundreds of thousands of guests each year. The Science Museum features permanent hands-on exhibits about wellness, innovation and speed—to name a few—and hosts touring exhibitions from around the world. At 76 feet, The Dome features the largest theater screen in Virginia and provides guests with the ultimate "you are there" experience. The Science Museum also hosts special events throughout the year, such as overnight adventures, talks, summer camps and more. The Science Museum of Virginia has something for curious-minded guests of all ages!

Amenities

General
  • CDC Recommended Cleaning Procedures:
  • Hand Wash/Sanitizer Stations:
  • Mobile Payments Accepted:
General
  • A/V on site:
  • Attraction Fee: Regular Admission Adult (13-59): $17 Youth 6-12 and Seniors 60+: $14 Groups of 10+: $10.00 Exhibitions + Film: Adult (13-59): $22 Youth 4-12 and Seniors 60+: $19 Groups of 10+: $14.00
  • Attraction Hours: 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m., Monday–Sunday
  • Distance to Airport: 11 miles
  • Electric Car Charging Stations:
  • Handicapped Accessible:
  • Hours (General Information): 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m., Monday–Sunday
  • Motorcoach Group Friendly:
  • Motorcoach Parking on Site:
  • Parking:
    • Free
    • Motorcoach
  • Parking Fee Information: Free
  • Wifi Access:
Restaurant
  • # of Restaurants: 1
  • Lunch:
Parks and Recreation
  • Park Features:
    • Gardens
    • Wheelchair Accessible
    • Wi-Fi
Accessibility
  • Accessible Washrooms:
  • Designated Accessible Parking Spaces: Yes
  • 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
  • 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:
  • 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
RF&P Forum
  • Classroom Capacity: 100
  • Banquet Capacity: 100
  • Reception Capacity: 100
Rotunda Forum
  • Classroom Capacity: 350
  • Banquet Capacity: 350
  • Reception Capacity: 350
Thalhimer Pavilion
  • Banquet Capacity: 500
  • Reception Capacity: 500
Garner Pavilion
  • Banquet Capacity: 1000
  • Reception Capacity: 1000
Discovery Room
  • Theater Capacity: 150
  • Classroom Capacity: 80
  • Banquet Capacity: 80
  • Reception Capacity: 125
Mezzanine
  • Reception Capacity: 200
Dome Theater
  • Theater Capacity: 230
Ms. Barbara Thalhimer Theater
  • Theater Capacity: 119
Dewey Gottwald Center
  • Classroom Capacity: 500
  • Banquet Capacity: 500
  • Reception Capacity: 500