The Power of Poison

You’ll be infected with new-found knowledge when you explore poison's role in nature, history and human health.

Closing April 19

Earth Day

Going green has never been more fun!

Curiosity Camp-Out

This family friendly overnight adventure will be stellar!

Saturday at 6 p.m.–Sunday at 9 a.m.

Laser Show: Double Feature

We’re hosting a rock block of two stellar Laser Show favorites!

Led Zeppelin – 6:30 p.m.
Pink Floyd – 8:15 p.m.

Curious Minds of All Ages!

Science is everywhere, but sometimes discovery needs a guide. Check out our exhibitions, films, labs, makerspaces, events and much more. We're your quirky partner that's here to help you explore the most wonderfully random STEM topics.

Today's Dome Shows

Buckle your seatbelt because it's time to explore our incredible Earth and the farthest reaches of the cosmos in The Dome! 


10:30 a.m.
Encounters in the Milky Way

12 p.m.
Animal Kingdom: A Tale of Six Families

1:30 p.m.
Animal Kingdom: A Tale of Six Families

3 p.m.
Encounters in the Milky Way

Today's Live Science

Watch and engage with a Museum educator who demonstrates amazing scientific experiments.


10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Collaborative Cardboard Garden

1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Machine Sewn Tote Bags

1:30 p.m.
Rat Basketball

2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Machine Sewn Tote Bags

2:30 p.m.
Science on a Sphere

3:30 p.m.
Sound Science Demo

3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Collaborative Cardboard Garden

Front View inside The Dome featuring a galaxy on the screen
Starry Sky

The Dome

​The Dome features live astronomy shows and giant screen films on one of the most technologically advanced digital planetarium theaters in the world.

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Chemistry History VA250
Posted: April 1, 2026

VA250: Chemistry

We've always been curious about the world around us. Chemistry helps us understand what's all around us—oxygen! 

person wearing blue gloves and a white lab coat adjusting a gas regulator on top of a cylinder with two pressure gauges visible
Washed out picture of an exhibit at the Science Museum of Virginia