Adult Night at Science Park

Kids love the Museum of Science, but we’re everyone’s museum. Experience the Museum after hours at this adults-only night, revisit fond memories of exploring Science Park, and see what's changed to keep pace with the speed of science. Connect with other science enthusiasts, engage with our Museum educators, and immerse yourself in our Planetarium and 4-D Theater.  For anyone who is grown-up but still growing, you'll want to join us at this evening of discovery! Find a friend, learn something cool, and fuel a lifelong love of science! FREE for members. 18+

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All Aboard! Trains at Science Park Exhibit

Opens November 20 Take in classic landscapes featuring miniature trains, snow-covered peaks, engaging activities, and even a few surprises. Watch powered model trains at different scales run through various colorful scenes, complete with intricately created décor, buildings, and even people. Brand-new activities await: “drive” a train through a snowy mountain scene, discover different trains from around the world, and create your own symphony using train sounds and musical elements. You can also check out smaller wooden train tables where you and your group can move trains by hand and around varied layouts and curves. Young ones can take advantage of a larger, enhanced area featuring train and brio tables, and a design-a-train activity. This better-than-ever exhibit is a wonderful way to welcome the winter season with your friends and family! Presented in English and in Spanish.

The Coldplay Experience

Developed as a part of the SubSpace Project, the experimental playground for new work at the Museum of Science, this musical experience engages audiences in a sensory journey full of innovation, artistry, and imagination set to the pulsating soundtrack of an internationally renowned band. Using the planetarium's cutting-edge capabilities,&nbsp;The Coldplay Experience&nbsp;redefines nightlife in Boston. Under the Charles Hayden Planetarium dome, energetic rock sounds are fused with stunning and inventive visuals.

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The Fleetwood Mac Experience

Developed as a part of SubSpace Project, the experimental playground for new work at the Museum of Science, this musical experience engages audiences in a sensory journey full of innovation, artistry, and imagination set to the pulsating soundtrack of an internationally renowned band, Fleetwood Mac, who have sold more than 100 million records worldwide. Using the cutting-edge capabilities of the Planetarium, The Fleetwood Mac Experience redefines nightlife in Boston, fusing the sounds of energetic songs with stunning and inventive visuals under the Charles Hayden Planetarium dome.

The Radiohead Experience

Using cutting-edge technology, The Radiohead Experience redefines nightlife in Boston by fusing the sounds of the popular band with stunning and inventive visuals under the Charles Hayden Planetarium dome. Developed as a part of SubSpace Project, the experimental playground for new work at the Museum of Science, this musical experience engages audiences in a sensory journey full of innovation, artistry, and imagination set to a pulsating soundtrack of one of music’s greatest icons.

Developed as a part of the SubSpace Project, the experimental playground for new work at the Museum of Science, this musical experience engages audiences in a sensory journey full of innovation, artistry, and imagination set to the pulsating soundtrack of an internationally renowned band. Using the planetarium's cutting-edge capabilities, The Coldplay Experience redefines nightlife in Boston. Under the Charles Hayden Planetarium dome, energetic rock sounds are fused with stunning and inventive visuals.

Careers of Tomorrow: Green Jobs Showcase

The Museum of Science is celebrating green careers, jobs that help to improve the environment and conserve natural resources. The green job sector is on the rise, with the Bureau of Labor Statistics projecting the industry to grow rapidly by 2032. Are you interested in joining a green career or learning more about the industry? This showcase is the culmination of the Museum’s&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mos.org/events/careers-tomorrow-green-jobs-showcase">Year of the Earthshot</a>, an exploration of the climate solutions and the actions we can take now to live sustainably on Earth.

Take in classic landscapes featuring miniature trains, snow-covered peaks, engaging activities, and even a few surprises. Watch powered model trains at different scales run through various colorful scenes, complete with intricately created décor, buildings, and even people. Brand-new activities await: “drive” a train through a snowy mountain scene, discover different trains from around the world, and create your own symphony using train sounds and musical elements. You can also check out smaller wooden train tables where you and your group can move trains by hand and around varied layouts and curves. Young ones can take advantage of a larger, enhanced area featuring train and brio tables, and a design-a-train activity. This better-than-ever exhibit is a wonderful way to welcome the winter season with your friends and family! Presented in English and in Spanish.

Coco at the Museum of Science, Boston

Despite his family’s baffling generations-old ban on music, Miguel (voice of newcomer Anthony Gonzalez) dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol, Ernesto de la Cruz. Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel finds himself in the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead following a mysterious chain of events. Along the way, he meets charming trickster Hector (voice of Gael Garcia Bernal), and together, they set off on an extraordinary journey to unlock the real story behind Miguel's family history. This film is rated PG. Experience it all the Mugar Omni Theater, featuring New England’s only IMAX® Dome screen!

Mugar Omni Theater

Despite his family’s baffling generations-old ban on music, Miguel (voice of newcomer Anthony Gonzalez) dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol, Ernesto de la Cruz. Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel finds himself in the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead following a mysterious chain of events. Along the way, he meets charming trickster Hector (voice of Gael Garcia Bernal), and together, they set off on an extraordinary journey to unlock the real story behind Miguel's family history.&nbsp;This film is rated PG. Experience it all the Mugar Omni Theater, featuring New England’s only IMAX® Dome screen!

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S3 (A): trending experiences

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Where to eat and drink in Boston? Joyraft has Boston’s newest bars, restaurants and specials. Drinks and pre fixe dinner menus. Cambridge & Somerville too.