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Science Museums in Upstate New York

Learn how the universe works, how life is formed, why rain falls from the sky and much more when you visit science museums in upstate New York. For the most fascinating upstate NY science museums see our definitive guide.  Varied and diverse exhibits make upstate New York science museums interesting places to visit.

Buffalo Museum of Science

Great Upstate New York Science Museum

Wonderful for kids and adults who enjoy learning about science of all types. Astronomically minded visitors will enjoy the Our Place in Space exhibit to learn all about the galaxy, satellites and stars. The gems and minerals section houses sparkling examples of all sorts of stones, rock formations and gems.

 

Special limited time exhibits change often, creating exciting new spaces in the museum each time you visit. Many programs and events such as camp-ins, summer camps, and afternoon exploration tours are available to the public at the museum. This great science museum in upstate NY is open seven days a week.

Rochester Museum & Science Center

A Great Science Museum in New York for Families!

This large science and learning center in Upstate NY has three levels of exhibits that will enthrall visitors of all ages. Hands-on and interactive programs and displays are fun *and* educational! Have fun exploring the museum's permanent exhibitions such as the Adventure Zone, an exhibit where you can dive to the floor of Lake Ontario, see the rock layers that make up the Genesee River Gorge and operate an interactive model of the Erie Canal lock. 

 

Changing special exhibitions focus on various aspects of the sciences. Be sure to stop by the Strasenburgh Planetarium to watch an exciting documentary on the huge dome screen overhead, or to see a planetarium star show. This Upstate New York science museum is open 7 days a week.