Arizona Science Center - Phoenix

Address:600 E Washington St.
Phoenix, Arizona
Tel: (602) 716-2000

Get entertained, educated and inspired! The Arizona Science Center is home to over 350 permanent hands-on exhibits, and provides an interactive science experience for its visitors.

Formerly known as the Arizona Museum of Science & Technology, the Arizona Science Center was founded in 1890 as a pilot science center by the Junior League of Phoenix. Today, the Museum boasts exciting exhibits such as "Waterworks in the Compass Court," an interactive water play exhibit, and "Many Hands Make A Home," a new permanent exhibition that looks at the process of creating a house, start to finish. This last exhibit includes an exploration of electricity, plumbing, carpentry, design, and project management. In addition to the fascinating exhibits, visitors are welcome to see shows in both the Dorrance Planetarium and the new five-story giant screen IMAX Theater. Special educational programs and science activities are available for children as well, including summer science camp, Stroller Science, and the Science on Wheels outreach program. Should you get hungry while here, the onsite City Bakery has a great menu featuring all organic ingredients.

The Arizona Science Center is located at 600 East Washington Street, Phoenix, Arizona in the Heritage and Science Park in Copper Square. From the East Valley- Take I-10 West to the 7th Street Exit and turn left to Washington Street. From the West Valley- Take I-10 East to the 7th Street Exit and turn right to Washington Street. The Arizona Science Center is a science playground perfect for the whole family!

The Arizona Science Center is a non-profit organization with a mission to inspire, educate, and entertain people about science.