Saint Louis Science Center

Today (3/20/26) is the vernal equinox, signaling the start to spring and longer, warmer days in the Northern Hemisphere. Longer hours equal more time to explore the Science Center – inside and out. Discover all the upcoming activities we offer: slsc.org/calendar-of-ev…

For a year filled with discovery, purchase a membership during the Spring Break sale! 💐 From now through March 23, save up to $15-$30 on select membership levels. Learn more or purchase: slsc.org/membership. #springbreak #stlouis #stlsciencecenter #membership #familyfun

DYK - human insulin can be generated from bacteria? Thanks to ground-breaking research by Dr. Lydia Villa-Komaroff in the 1970s, the treatment for diabetes was revolutionized for millions. Learn more about this STEM-sational woman bit.ly/3uZu8Em #WomensHistoryMonth

The Science Center team is excited to welcome "BLUE" to the Lou from May 23 through January 2027! We're calling for you to get tickets for "The Blue Whale Story" starting April 18. Learn more about BLUE's tale: slsc.org/attraction/the…

Happy #StPatricksDay from your Saint Louis Science Center! 🍀

We’re having 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘦 fun at #PiDay today! 🤓 #314Day slsc.org/lets-hear-it-f…

We love our city! Join us in celebrating #314day as we light the James S. McDonnell Planetarium tonight and tomorrow (March 13 and 14). #stlouis

Nature’s greatest events — the multi-million creature strong, 500+ mile wildebeest migration and birth of the savanna’s newest members — are displayed in the OMNIMAX Theater's new film: “Serengeti – Journey to the Heart of Africa.” Learn more slsc.org/attraction/ser…

Say Hello to our GOTO. Learn more about the new GOTO Chiron III Hybrid Star Projector, being installed this spring as part of the largest technology upgrade to the James S. McDonnell Planetarium in more than 25 years. slsc.org/hello-goto/

Looking for Spring Break fun for the whole family? 🌟 Explore a world of science — from dinosaurs to dark matter, your backyard to the far reaches of space and from atoms to towering skyscrapers — at the Saint Louis Science Center! 🦕✨

What's your favorite Science Center membership benefit? For the Loomis/Vierling family, its our reciprocity with other ASTC institutions. Read more about this family and why they recommend a Science Center membership for everyone in our Member Spotlight: issuu.com/saintlouisscie…

Celebrate #PiDay AND #314Day with us this weekend at the Science Center, for FREE! 🎉🥧 From math lovers to STL enthusiasts, there’s something for everyone on March 14. Check out the schedule: slsc.org/event/pi-day/

The James S. McDonnell Planetarium is undergoing its largest upgrade in 25+ years —establishing it as the largest and most advanced hybrid planetarium in the United States. BUT… What is a hybrid planetarium? Planetarium Manager Will Snyder explains slsc.org/the-wonder-of-…

Join us today (Feb 28) for SciFest: Engineering Expo - our FREE, hands-on event to celebrate local #engineers and #STEM professionals. Open until 4:30 p.m. Check out the schedule: slsc.org/event/scifest-…

Is your son or daughter a future scientist in the making? From ancient fossils to the science of tomorrow, each day brings new ways to explore and experiment during our Summer STEM Explorers Camp! Registration now to secure a summer of STEM-powered fun! slsc.org/programs/summe…

At kickoff tonight - and throughout the 2026 #MLS season - we support @stlCITYsc. We're looking up to another successful year!

@Banana1M Thanks for your question. We can only show films that are presented to us by the production company. If that film is offered to us, we will consider it at that time. Please visit our website for info on upcoming films showing at the OMNIMAX Theater. slsc.org

@STLScienceCtr Are yall going to show Project Hail Mary?

🍿✨Movie Time✨🤭 Tag your OMNIMAX® buddy! Come see these films now showing at the Science Center: • Serengeti • Secrets of Great Salt Lake • Deep Sky slsc.org/attraction/omn…

This marks the 5th consecutive year we've placed among the Top Five in these awards.

The Science Center is honored to rank among the Top Five in three categories of the USA Today @10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for 2026 — including • #2 ranking for Best Planetarium • #4 for Best Free Museum • #5 as Best Science Museum

The life story of Earth's largest creatures will come alive at the Saint Louis Science Center as part of a new special exhibition: The Blue Whale Story. The exhibition runs May 23, 2026, to Jan 10, 2027. Tickets go sale in April. Learn more: slsc.org/blue-whales