McWane Science Center

(McWane Science Center)   Brain Awareness Week is the global campaign to foster public enthusiasm and support for brain science. Every March, McWane hosts imaginative activities that share the wonders of the brain, and the impact brain science has on our everyday lives.

McWane Science Center. (Bham Now)   Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall, Humpty Dumpty had a great fall, Humpty Dumpty survived because of engineers like you! Win our golden egg trophy if your egg drop contraption survives the fall from McWane’s roof!

McWane Science Center. (Bham Now)   Robotics Week inspires students of all ages to learn more about robotics and other science, technology, engineering, and math fields. Few industries, combine so many creative and problem-solving skills in one place. Come celebrate the robotics industry with us and learn how exciting robots can be. Through hands-on activities,Continue Reading ...

(McWane Science Center) It's officially National Volunteer Week! Join us this week as we celebrate the accomplishments of the McWane volunteer team and a few of the amazing individuals who help us spark wonder and curiosity every day.   McWane’s 2023 Volunteer Recap 21,000 volunteer hours 120 Summer Teen Volunteers 50 Adult Volunteers 21 Teen LeadersContinue Reading ...

Plan now to visit Itty Bitty Magic City at McWane Science Center. (Patience Itson / Bham Now) Join us on April 20, 2024 as we celebrate Earth Day (April 22) with special programming based around our lovely planet. Earth Day is the world’s largest environmental initiative and spans over 192 countries and over 150,000 partners!Continue Reading ...

(McWane Science Center)   The month of May is observed as Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and recognizes the contributions and influence of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islander Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. Join McWane all month as we highlight these history makers!

(McWane Science Center)   (Campers must be registered in the grade they will be in September, 2024) In one week of camp, young scientists will travel into outer space, explore the oceans, or construct towers and bridges. Camp fees are $180 per week, and members receive a 15% discount. Membership must be active on theContinue Reading ...

(Maddi Miller / Bham Now) What: Star Wars fans, you won’t want to miss this fun-filled day. Along with getting to dress up as your fave characters, you’ll get to geek out over tons of thrilling programs all day long including droid building workshops, lightsaber demos, photo ops with the 501st Legion costume group +Continue Reading ...

McWane Science Center. (Bham Now)   Join us on in May as we look to the stars! Astronomy week is filled with innovative and unique ways to view the planets and stars. Through hands-on learning and programming, it’s sure to be a time out of this world!   When: Wednesday, May 15th – Sunday, MayContinue Reading ...

(McWane Science Center)   You Build It! will return to the 3rd floor of the McWane Adventure Halls beginning Saturday, 25, 2024, and will once again focus on all things STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math). The exhibit will be 5,000 square feet of immersive STEAM experiences that will have three different areas: · LegoContinue Reading ...

McWane's oldest snake as of 2024. (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now)   You Build It! has returned to the 3rd floor of the McWane Adventure Halls. The exhibit focuses on all things STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math). The 5,000-square-foot exhibit features an immersive STEAM experience with three different areas: · Lego Bricks · RigamajigsContinue Reading ...

McWane Science Center. (Bham Now) In McWane’s IMAX Dome Theater with laser technology, visitors are not just movie spectators, they are a part of the cinematic adventure happening on screen.Continue Reading ...

What: Those ages 21+, get ready for an exciting night featuring all things Harry Potter at McWane Science Center. There will be Harry Potter-themed programming and science demos, a cash bar, snacks, and the chance to see Harry Potter and the Prisoners of Azkaban in the IMAX Dome Theater. Psst, don’t forget to dress upContinue Reading ...

  This will definitely be a weekend to remember! Mark your calendars and be sure to join us for a weekend jam packed with fin-credible new attractions, lots of shark sea-crets, and even a chance at being one of the first to see an absolutely jaw-some shark movie…ALL FOR FREE!!!