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Science Museum of Virginia

2500 W Broad St
Richmond, VA 23220
Phone: (804) 864-1460
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Hours:
Mon-Sat 9:30am-5pm , Sun 11:30am-5pm

Editorial Review for Science Museum of Virginia – by Kristine Forrest

Overview
Is Virginia's Science Museum an interactive hub or a science class gone awry? On most days, this landmark resembles a bit of both. Housed in a renovated train station built in 1919, the museum tempts visitors to stop at each exhibit-set up like wacky interactive kiosks-and play until they actually learn something.

The Appeal

There's plenty to discover about aerospace, electricity, crystals and computers here, but you'll also encounter more than one exhibit that no longer works. The scientific theory there? That hands-on exhibits, when played with by hundreds of curious hands, need plenty of maintenance. Fly your own miniature plane in the aerospace section, or watch the huge pendulum swing according to the Earth's rotation. If you have time, stay for an IMAX film.

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Noise Factor

Loud and boisterous. If you hit the museum at a time when elementary school classes or camps are visiting, you may want to return another day.

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Stop by the museum's gift shop on your way out for unique toys, books and collectibles.

User Reviews for Science Museum of Virginia

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4 Star Rating: Recommended

07/25/2002 Posted by note2jeff

Very interesting exhibits. Great for children and adults. Very interactive experience. There is also a childrens museum next door.

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Editor's Review

Richmond's favorite interactive museum keeps kids thinking with hands-on lessons in aerospace, chemistry and biology.  See the full editorial review.

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Loud and boisterous. If you hit the museum at a time when elementary school classes or camps are visiting, you may want to return another day.

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Admission

  • Adults $10
  • Senior $9
  • Children (4-12) $9

Parking

  • Lot

Hours

  • Mon-Sat 9:30am-5pm
  • Sun 11:30am-5pm

Payment Types

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  • Cash
  • MasterCard

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