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What to do and see in Michigan, United States: The Best Science Museums
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1. Gerald E. Eddy Discovery Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By JonesMomB - Grand Rapids, United States
Loved the nature center and was very informative but also the many trails were a big hit with our family. Our favorite was the bog trail.
2. Anatomy Of Death Museum
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
3. Kalamazoo Valley Museum
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4.5 based on 309 reviews
The Kalamazoo Valley Museum features exhibits on science, technology and the history of Southwest Michigan. The Museum is currently open limited hours with registration. Please visit our website for more information and to register.
Reviewed By monicah149
How many places are FREE anymore? This place has something for everyone in the family - history, hands-on activities for the kids, rotating exhibits to always bring you back, and a planetarium. Every time we go, we discover something new. A favorite place for our multi-generational family
4. University of Michigan Museum of Natural History
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4.5 based on 174 reviews
The University of Michigan Museum of Natural History is temporarily closed due to the global pandemic. The museum doesn't just preserve the past; it also shows off the latest in scientific research with interactive exhibits, new programming spaces, and a state-of-the-art Planetarium & Dome Theater! New exhibits include: On the Trail of Mastodons; Evolution: Life through Time; Under the Microscope; Exploring Michigan; and People and the Planet.
Reviewed By sisterida - Onsted, United States
Many times taking kids to a museum is overwhelming because there is too much to do. The University of MIchigan Museum of Natural History has great exhibits with great information posted and a good variety to help everyone enjoy the experience. This was a great Sunday afternoon trip.
5. Impression 5 Science Center
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4.5 based on 209 reviews
Interactive museum engages all five senses in the exploration, understanding and appreciation of the wonders of physical science.
Reviewed By bunnyyoop - Bluffton, United States
My 3 yr old granddaughter was invited to a birthday party here and what a great time. So much to see and touch and interact with. It’s well run and clean and full of interesting exhibits. A great place to come with the family.
6. Cranbrook Institute of Science
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4.5 based on 177 reviews
Reviewed By anyomouse2
Very out going staff. Take your kids here for an educational and fun afternoon. It's on several floors. The only complaint I have, it's some what hard to find
7. Leslie Science Center
8. Sloan Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 122 reviews
Sloan Museum is now open at Courtland Center Mall (4190 E. Court St. Burton, MI 48509) while the Flint Cultural Center location is closed for renovation. The temporary Courtland Center Mall location offers traveling hands-on science and history exhibit, a display of over 30 historic vehicles from Flint & Genesee County history, and a play area for families.
9. Raven Hill Discovery Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Raven Hill Discovery Center's mission is to provide a place that enhances hands-on & lifelong learning for all ages by connecting science, history and the arts. Raven Hill is the only place in northern Lower Michigan where children and adults can link science, history & the arts with hands-on activities and explorations both inside and out. Connections emerge thru exhibits, facilities & programs that provide opportunities for all ages to learn, create, grow & play. Since 1991, individuals have experienced the strands of science & technology, history & the arts interwoven through Raven Hill. Facilities include the Main Museum, Fiber Studio, Print Shop, Wood Shop, Metal Shop; School House, Energy House & the Evolving Technology (ET) Building. On Raven Hill's 175 acres, outdoor exhibits range from the Watershed Model; Medicinal Gardens; Music Garden; Beyond Jurassic Park walkway; Tree House; Taxi Trail; Pond; Open Space with Viewing Platform on Deer Creek and the Ancient World.
10. Michigan Science Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 120 reviews
The Michigan Science Center (MiSci) is a dynamic hands-on museum that inspires curious minds of all ages to discover, explore and appreciate science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). MiSci features five theaters, including the IMAX® Dome Theatre with the largest screen in Michigan, the Toyota Engineering (4D) Theater, a planetarium, the DTE Energy Sparks Theater and the Chrysler Science Stage. Guests can also explore MiSci's 220+ hands-on exhibits, live demonstrations, a Smithsonian Spark!Lab, Kids Town, STEM Playground and much more!
Reviewed By jackattack17 - Summerside, Canada
This is a great museum for kids under 12. They have a lot of fun and interactive exhibits covering a wide range of science, including a planetarium. I brought my son in August and admission was free with a suggested $5 donation. It was exceptional value at that price. My son really enjoyed it.
