Can electricity make music? What causes earthquakes? How big is the sun compared to Jupiter? Science is full of questions, and hands-on museums help bring those answers to life. Learn about the variety of science museums around the world and discover their secrets in person.
International Drive in Orlando has a lot of fun experiences. The upside down building, known as WonderWorks Orlando, will definitely catch your eye. After all, it looks like the building fell from the sky and landed on its roof. WonderWorks Orlando is an indoor amusement park. They tout “edu-tainment”, which is a great way to…
My daughter and I spent a couple of hours at the Adventure Science Center during our trip to Nashville. But we could’ve spent twice that long exploring all the interactive exhibits spread across the three floors of the museum. Here’s a rundown of why you should include Nashville’s Adventure Science Center the next time you’re…
The John F. Kennedy Space Center in Florida is full of science, imagination and history. I’ve been to the Kennedy Space Center on two very different trips: as part of a family vacation and for an Astronaut Autograph & Memorabilia Show with my then nine-year-old son. Each visit was unique. And with everything offered at…
It’s tough finding a place that appeals to kids of all ages, and doesn’t bore the adults in the group either. The Museum of Science in Boston is full of engaging hands-on exhibits, amazing live presentations and natural mysteries. In fact, one of the exhibits shows how a toilet flushes – that’s sure to interest…
The National Air and Space Museum is a must-visit during your trip to Washington, D.C. But did you know the nation’s capital has more “Space Things” than what you see at the Smithsonian? Here’s your guide to the astronaut memorials and space education sites in Washington, D.C. The National Air and Space Museum The National…
