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Connecticut Science Center

250 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT 06103
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About

The Connecticut Science Center occupies a landmark building on the Connecticut River in downtown Hartford and offers a dynamic, inquiry-driven learning environment across multiple floors of interactive exhibits. Permanent exhibit areas explore themes from space and forces in motion to early childhood STEM learning, and a 3D theater hosts educational films. The center runs structured programs for school groups, youth organizations, and families, and its Toddler Tuesdays provide a quieter early-access session designed for very young children.

🏠 Homeschool Programs

School and youth group programs available for learners of all ages. Check website for current schedule.

Subject Areas

πŸ”¬ ScienceπŸ’» Technologyβš™οΈ Engineering🌌 Space & Astronomy🌿 Nature & Environment

Best For

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ All AgesπŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§ FamiliesπŸŽ’ Elementary (6–10)πŸ§‘ Tweens & Teens (11–17)πŸ‘Ά Early Childhood (0–5)

Hours of Operation

MonClosed
TueClosed
Wed10 AM – 4 PM
Thu10 AM – 4 PM
Fri10 AM – 4 PM
Sat10 AM – 4 PM
Sun10 AM – 4 PM

Closed Monday and Tuesday (September–June). Open daily in summer (July–August). Select Tuesday Toddler sessions available β€” check website.

Hours change seasonally β€” verify before visiting.

Admission

Paid admission

Plan-ahead pricing β€” tickets cost less when purchased in advance online. Member admission free.

βœ“ Membership available

ASTC

ASTC Travel Passport Program

Members of the Association of Science and Technology Centers' Travel Passport Program offer free or discounted admission to members of other participating institutions. Over 300 science centers worldwide participate.

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