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Detroit Area Attraction Guide
Detroit Science Center
Detroit Science Center5020 John R St., Detroit, Mi
(313) 577-8400
Just the Facts!
The Detroit Science center located in detroit michigan is one of detroits more interesting attractions,
The New Detroit Science Center features 110,000 square feet of scientific exploration, including Michigan’s only IMAX® Dome Theatre; the Dassault Systèmes Planetarium; the Ford Learning Resource Center; the DTE Energy Sparks Theater; the DaimlerChrysler Science Stage; an 8,700 square-foot Science Hall for traveling exhibits; five exhibit laboratories – General Motors Motion Laboratory, Dow Foundation Life Sciences Laboratory, Waves & Vibrations Laboratory, Jean and Sam Frankel Matter & Energy Laboratory and Space Laboratory; the SBC Children’s Gallery for pint-size scientists; and a Special Events Lobby. In July 2001, the Science Center completed a $30 million renovation and expansion. It has served more than 1.5 million visitors in its first 5 years.
LOCATION: The New Detroit Science Center is located in the University Cultural Center at the corner of John R Street and Warren Avenue at 5020 John R Street, Detroit MI 48202.
The New Detroit Science Center is accessible from I-75, M-10 and I-94.
HOURS: Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
ADMISSION: General admission prices for non-members are:
| COMBO PRICES | Combo 1 | Combo 2 | Combo 3 | Combo 4 |
| Adult | $11.95 | $14.95 | $16.95 | $18.95 |
| Child/Senior | $10.95 | $12.95 | $13.95 | $14.95 |
| Member$2.00 | $4.00 | $6.00 | $8.00 |
| Premium Member | Free | Free | Free | Free |
Visitors may choose from the following options when selecting their combo -- IMAX® Dome Theatre film, Dassault Systèmes Planetarium show, Robots: The Interactive Exhibition (through Sept. 17, 2006) or SPACE: A Journey to Our Future (through Sept. 10, 2006). Combo 1 includes a choice of one option, Combo 2 includes a choice of two options, Combo 3 includes a choice of three options and Combo 4 includes a choice of four options. General Admission is included in all Combos.
PARKING: Parking is available in The New Detroit Science Center Lot for $6 a visit.
The lot is located on the corner of Farnsworth and John R Street.
MEMBERSHIP: Members of The New Detroit Science Center receive FREE admission to permanent exhibit areas, free or discounted admission to the IMAX® Dome Theatre and Dassault Systèmes Planetarium, a free subscription to the Science Center’s newsletter, a 10 percent Science Store discount, discounted parking, invitations to members-only events, free or reduced admission at over 200 ASTC science museums worldwide and much more. Annual membership levels include:
Student/Senior $25
Membership benefits for one named student or one senior citizen 60 years or older with valid I.D.
Individual PLUS $55
Member benefits for one adult plus one guest
Grandparents $65
Member benefits for up to two grandparents and all grandchildren under age 18
Family $70
Member benefits for two adults and all children under age 18
Family PLUS $90
Family member benefits plus two guests
Premium $170
Family plus member benefits with FREE, unlimited admission to all attractions
Corporate memberships are available.
ATTRACTIONS: The New Detroit Science Center features many exciting attractions to delight and inspire children’s curiosity and interest in science. The Science Center and all attractions are handicap accessible. Permanent attractions include:
The General Motors Motion Laboratory houses more than 30 exhibits, including the DaimlerChrysler Science Stage, which address classical mechanics and compare motion, speed and direction. The Science Center collaborated with the Society of Automotive Engineers to design this area.
The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation Life Science Laboratory features exhibits that focus on the similarities between the rainforest and city ecosystems.
The Jean and Sam Frankel Matter and Energy Laboratory is home to more than 22 exhibits, including the DTE Energy Sparks Theater, which explores the fundamental principles of electricity and magnetism, energy conversion, and the property of matter.
The SBC Children’s Gallery features 21 exhibits areas that offer an opportunity for young children to develop social and motor skills through an interest in science as play.
The Space Laboratory features exhibits that correlate to two themes from the Michigan Curriculum Framework -- Content of the Universe and Scale of the Universe.
The Waves and Vibrations Laboratory explores an immense range of wave phenomena, offering an awe-inspiring glimpse at the everyday world of light and sound.
The Ford Learning Resource Center houses five unique learning environments with hands-on, inquiry-based learning, professional development opportunities, educational resources and classroom curriculum advancement.
The IMAXÒ Dome Theatre offers state-of-the-art technology for an unforgettable cinematic experience.
The Dassault Systèmes Planetarium features spectacular virtual reality journeys that take the audience through the rings of Saturn, into a black hole or anywhere in the universe.
The Science Hall is a temporary home to many exhibits, including Beakman’s World on Tour, which debuted at the Science Center during its grand opening celebration.
MICHIGAN CURRICULUM: Exhibits at The New Detroit Science Center are closely aligned with the State of Michigan Curriculum Framework for Science Education and support MEAP test achievement.
EXECUTIVE OFFICERS:
Mr. Francois J. Castaing, Chairman
Mr. Robert L. Anthony, Vice Chairman
Mr. John C. Miller, Vice Chairman
Mr. Mason Ferry, Vice Chairman
Mr. Kevin F. Prihod, President & Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Robert A. Marsac, Secretary
CONTACTS:
General (313) 577-8400/Fax (313) 832-1623
www.detroitsciencecenter.org
Membership (313) 577-8400 (x433)
www.sciencedetroit.org/member
Media Kelly Fulford
(313) 577-8400 (x430)
kfulford@sciencedetroit.org
Information was obtained from the Detroit Science Center's Website.
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