Must-see Exhibits and Permanent Collections at Museum of Science Boston

The Museum of Science is one of Boston’s most beloved institutions, and whether you’re visiting for the first time or the hundredth, there’s always something worth seeing. Here are the experiences you won’t want to miss. 1) <a href="https://www.thebostoncalendar.com/events/bloomberg-public-science-common-at-museum-of-science-now-open">The William and Charlotte Bloomberg Public Science Common</a> When: Now open What: The Museum’s brand-new Bloomberg Public Science Common is now open, a state-of-the-art venue for live events, immersive experiences, and world-class speakers. From Trevor Noah and Jacob Collier to Paralympian Ali Truwit and Pulitzer Prize-winner Siddhartha Mukherjee, the fall and winter lineup is unlike anything the Museum has offered before. 2) <a href="https://www.mos.org/visit/planetarium">Charles Hayden Planetarium</a> When: Select evenings, check schedule What: The Charles Hayden Planetarium offers some of the most immersive and unique experiences in the city. Catch special shows from The Taylor Swift Experience, where every Era comes to life under the dome with stunning visuals made for Swifties, to Big Bird’s Adventure for the little ones. On select evenings, check out Beyond the Telescope that brings cutting-edge astronomy research from institutions across the globe to the dome, and Music Under the Dome that fuses iconic artists with stunning visuals for a one-of-a-kind night out. 3) <a href="https://www.mos.org/visit/live-presentations/robot-roundup">Robot Roundup</a> When: Check the <a href="https://www.mos.org/visit/schedule">Daily Schedule</a> for times What: Watch robots built by Boston Dynamics, Fauna Robotics, and Unitree show off dance moves, navigate obstacles, and more, while Museum educators break down the science behind it all. You’ll also get the chance to ask questions and go deeper on how these machines actually work. 4) <a href="https://www.mos.org/visit/live-presentations/lightning">Theater of Electricity &amp; "Lightning!" Show</a> When: Check the <a href="https://www.mos.org/visit/schedule">Daily Schedule</a> for times What: One of our favorite exhibits in the city! An educational yet exciting presentation. When the lights go down in the Theater of Electricity, the world’s largest air-insulated Van de Graaff generator hurls indoor lightning bolts. It will be loud, dramatic, and you definitely don't want to miss it! 5) <a href="https://www.mos.org/visit/live-presentations/live-animal">Live Animal Presentation</a> When: Check the <a href="https://www.mos.org/visit/schedule">Daily Schedule</a> for times What: Meet the cute, furry, feathered, and scaly residents of the Museum’s AZA-accredited Live Animal Care Center, home to over 120 individual animals. These live presentations explore animal adaptation, behavior, and ecology for all ages. 6) <a href="https://www.mos.org/visit/live-presentations/supercold-science">Supercold Science</a> When: Check the <a href="https://www.mos.org/visit/schedule">Daily Schedule</a> for times What: Investigate how heat and temperature relate to the movement of atoms and molecules, and experience their extreme, even bizarre, effects on solids, liquids, and gases. Expect smoke, dramatic effects, and plenty of wow moments along the way. 7) <a href="https://www.mos.org/visit/exhibits/dinosaurs-modeling-mesozoic">Dinosaurs: Modeling the Mesozoic</a> When: Permanent exhibit What: This permanent exhibit traces how paleontologists have pieced together the story of prehistoric life through fossil records, life-size models, dinosaur footprints, and even dinosaur dung. The centerpiece is a full-size T. rex model updated in 2001 using evidence from over 30 discovered skeletons! 8) <a href="https://www.mos.org/visit/exhibits/new-england-habitats">New England Habitats</a> When: Permanent exhibit What: From the tidal flats of Crane Beach to the alpine heights of the White Mountains, this exhibit brings New England’s biodiversity to life through life-size dioramas capturing specific places, seasons, and moments in time. Spot black bears, moose, great blue herons, white-tailed deer, and more in their natural habitats across the region. 9) <a href="https://www.mos.org/visit/4-d/animal-kingdom">Animal Kingdom 4-D</a> When: Check the <a href="https://www.mos.org/visit/schedule">Daily Schedule</a> for times What: From the African savannah to icy polar regions and deep ocean waters, Animal Kingdom 4-D takes visitors on an action-packed journey through the wild. With stunning 4-D effects, you’ll come face-to-face with incredible creatures from around the world. 10) <a href="https://www.mos.org/visit/omni">Mugar Omni Theater</a> When: Daily, check the <a href="https://www.mos.org/visit/schedule">schedule</a> for showtimes What: The Museum of Science’s five-story immersive IMAX dome theater is a can't-miss experience! The Mugar Omni Theater runs daily screenings of documentaries and blockbusters alike. This fall, watch some of the most <a href="https://www.thebostoncalendar.com/events/blockbuster-films-in-the-mugar-omni-theater">iconic and groundbreaking films in sci-fi history</a>, from Pacific Rim to Blade Runner to Dune, on the biggest screen in Boston. There’s so much more to discover at the Museum of Science. From hands-on galleries to live demonstrations and world-class programming, there’s always something new to explore. <a href="https://www.mos.org">See all exhibits and activities happening at the Museum here</a>. <a href="https://www.mos.org/visit">Become a member or get a ticket here</a>. -- Photo by @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CWBLqQWgwQk/">oschapov</a>

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