The Maryland Science Center is more than a place to learn about science. For 50 years the Science Center has been a powerful source of inspiration and ideas, awareness and affirmation, to millions of people—and we know the best is yet to come! So, let’s celebrate. Let’s science!

here’s what to expect:

throwback pricing

We’re rolling our admission rate back to 1976—$1.00 for children, $2.50 for adults, and $1.50 for seniors!

hands on science

Check out a few of our newest and a few of our all-time-favorite hands on activities. Kids Room, Make, and SciLab will all feature special activities, too!

groundbreaking

Looking to the future and kicking off the next 50 years—join us as we break ground on our campus greening project.

live science demos

Pop by our all new Demo Stage to catch an exciting live science demonstration featuring, super cool liquid nitrogen, hair-raising static electricity, and more!

can’t miss exhibits

Take time to explore all three floors of exciting science exhibits, including our newest exhibits—Space presented by Northrop Grumman, Make presented by The Kahlert Foundation, and Design Build Test.

what’s a party without cake?

Grab a bite to eat and a sweet treat while you’re here! Ruben’s Food Truck—Home of the Best Burritos will be parked outside all day. Be sure to grab a slice of our 50th anniversary cake for dessert, too!

Walk through time

Explore the history of the Maryland Science Center by taking a walk through our timeline exhibit featuring archival photos, videos, and a year-by-year look at how the Science Center has grown and evolved since our opening in 1976.