The Science Center of Iowa brings learning to life! Our mission is to engage and inspire Iowans along their journey of lifelong science learning.
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Week one of summer camps was a blast! ☀️ From hands-on activities and exciting discoveries to new friendships and plenty of fun, our campers kicked off summer in the best way possible. We can't wait to see what the rest of the season has in store!
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Jun 12
Science learning is for everyone! That’s why you’ll find us at community events all June long. Keep an eye out for our booth at:
Capital City Pride Family & Youth Zone, June 13-14
Iowa Juneteenth Neighbor’s Day Celebration, June 20
Des Moines Arts Festival, June 26-28
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Jun 11
Our Star Theater Planetarium has completely transformed over the last six months! ✨
With brand-new seating and upgraded laser projectors, the experience is brighter, sharper, and more immersive than ever before. Come see it for yourself!
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Jun 11
Museums are community. 🧡
SCI is a place where people of all ages can learn, explore, and make memories together. Thank you to our members and visitors for being part of our community.
#IowaMuseumWeek #MuseumsAreCommunity
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Jun 10
Museums are trusted. 💜
Hear from Rob Burnett, SCI's Vice President of Science Learning, about what it means to be part of the Des Moines community and why creating meaningful science experiences matters.
#IowaMuseumWeek #MuseumsAreTrusted
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Museums are fun. 🎉
At SCI, curiosity, creativity, and hands-on discovery go hand in hand. We're always finding new ways to make science engaging, interactive, and fun for visitors of all ages.
#IowaMuseumWeek #MuseumsAreFun
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Museums are people. 💙
Meet Andy, SCI's Director of Exhibits. Inspired by a Science Center outreach program as a child, he now helps create hands-on experiences that spark curiosity and a love of learning for the next generation.
#IowaMuseumWeek #MuseumsArePeople
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🚀 Meet Hayden, SCI's 2026 NASA Intern!
We're so excited to have Hayden as part of the SCI team this summer and can't wait to see all he'll accomplish. Welcome to the team, Hayden! 🌟
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Tomorrow's Solar Party @ SCI has been CANCELLED‼️due to unfavorable sky conditions. Thank you for your understanding and we hope to see you at the next one June 20!
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Big discoveries start with you 🌎✨
Join us for BioBlitz at Jester Park for a morning of exploring, spotting species, and helping document local biodiversity!
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🌞 Make your Farmers Market morning even brighter! Join us this Saturday from 9–11 AM for our FREE Solar Party outside the Science Center. Explore sunspots, solar activity, and more through specially filtered telescopes ☀️🔭
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Summer hours @ SCI are here!🌞 Join us Tuesdays–Sundays from 9:00 AM–4:00 PM for a summer full of science fun!
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May 29
Have you heard? Our live programming theater has a new name. Check out the SCI Live Theater — located on the Main Level near the Makers Studio — to explore chemistry and get up close with Iowa’s native animals.
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May 28
Star Theater Planetarium will be CLOSED to the public June 1–8 as we complete some exciting upgrades and enhancements! ✨🌌
We can’t wait to welcome you back on June 9 for an even more vivid and immersive experience.
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May 27
Friday plans? We’ve got you covered 🌌🎵
Catch Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon inside our planetarium dome for a one-of-a-kind audiovisual experience. Grab your tickets before they’re gone!
🎟️: bit.ly/4dD10pI
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May 26
Science doesn’t sit still at SCI ⚡🧪🐢
Catch a live show in the SCI Live Theater and experience exploding experiments, hair-raising electricity, live animal encounters, and more!
See our daily schedule here: bit.ly/4dx3nKM✨
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May 24
We’ll be closed tomorrow, May 25, to recognize and honor Memorial Day. We’ll see you later this week!
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May 22
Birthdays are better at the Science Center of Iowa! Each package includes admission for 25 people, access to a private party space, reserved seating during a live program and a special gift for the birthday kiddo.
Learn more or book a party: bit.ly/4mP7iFU
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May 22
Tonight's Star Party @ SCI has been CANCELLED‼️due to unfavorable sky conditions. Thank you for your understanding and we hope to see you at the next one @ Drake Observatory June 26!
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