Connecticut Science Center

05/26/2026

Behind every moment of inspiration is a visionary who gives with purpose.

The Connecticut Science Center is honored to celebrate Michael McQuade, whose generosity and leadership helped turn curiosity into discovery and imagination into opportunity. This commitment to science, education, and our community creates pathways for young minds to explore, question, and dream bigger.

Because of visionary leadership like this, the spark of possibility burns brighter—today and for generations to come. Together, we are lighting the way toward a future shaped by wonder, learning, and innovation.

05/24/2026

Parenting hack: let them spend as much time in the Engineering Lab as they want 😂🙌

05/23/2026

When the weather has you like: 😑… that’s when you know it’s the perfect day to go to the Science Center 🧪

Avoid the clouds and bring some light to your family’s day with a visit!🌈☀️

05/22/2026

It’s officially reaching new heights 👀🌳

The centerpiece of KidSpace Outdoors is rising, and we can already tell it’s going to be something special. This towering new climbing structure is designed to spark adventure, movement, imagination, and discovery for our youngest explorers. 🧗✨

Inspired by nature and built for collaborative play, the climber will feature multiple levels, interactive elements, and opportunities for kids to explore together in entirely new ways.
And this is just the beginning… Get ready to climb higher in Summer 2026.

Presented by: Mandell Braunstein Family

05/22/2026

This Memorial Day Weekend, we honor those who serve and have served our communities and our country. Active and retired service members receive free general admission as a small thank you for their dedication 🇺🇸

Join us for a weekend of exploration, discovery, and appreciation ❤️🤍💙

More at: ctsciencecenter.org/event/honoring-those-who-serve

05/20/2026

One visit is fun, but unlimited visits? That’s where the magic happens ✨

Become a member at the Science Center & turn every rainy day, school break, and weekend into an adventure! 🪐🔬

05/20/2026

Have a little one who loves to jump around?! Our Sports Lab is the place for them!! 🏀

The Sports Lab allows you to test your strength and explore the science behind elite athletic performance 🏃🏃‍♀️

Step into the shoes of a professional basketball player and put your vertical leap to the test, measure your pitch speed, race through high-speed cycling adventures, master the forces of alpine skiing, and crash-test helmets for safety.

Ready?! Book your visit! 🎟️
ctsciencecenter.org/tickets

05/20/2026

05/15/2026

Something beautiful is taking root at KidSpace Outdoors 🌿✨

Thanks to the generous support of White Flower Farm, our new outdoor experience will feature vibrant native plants and pollinator-friendly gardens that create the perfect backdrop for exploration, play, and discovery. As families stroll along the new nature boardwalk, they’ll be surrounded by colorful blooms, sensory experiences, and spaces designed to help children connect with the natural world in new ways. 🦋🐝🌼

These gardens won’t just look beautiful; they’ll help bring KidSpace Outdoors to life as a space for curiosity, movement, and hands-on learning. We can’t wait to welcome you outside this summer.

Presented by: Mandell Braunstein Family

05/15/2026

This family-friendly event features hands-on activities, live demonstrations, & interactive experiences that highlight how people across Connecticut are rethinking the way we live, build, & care for our environment!! 🫶🏻
 
ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
🌱 Plant Sale
Purchase vegetable plants grown right here at the Connecticut Science Center and start your own green space at home.

🌼 Family Gardening
Help plant Four O’Clocks in our Rooftop Garden as part of the Michaela’s Garden Project. Presented by the Petit Family Foundation

🔍 Plant Detectives
Explore the Science Center and see how many native plants you can find along the way.

🐦 Beak Buffet
Test how different bird beaks work in a hands-on activity and learn how human choices impact wildlife.

🌿 Be an Ecologist
Observe, record, and reflect on the natural world just like a scientist in the field.

🦋 Nectar Navigators
Follow pollinators on their journey and discover how they help ecosystems thrive.

♻️ The Dirt on Composting
Learn what composting is, why it matters, and how to do it at home, including a look at a working worm bin.

🌸 Seed Ball Making
Create your own seed balls to take home and grow plants that support pollinators.

Explore the event & purchase tickets at ctsciencecenter.org/event/make-it-grow