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Star Spangled Science at McWane

McWane Science Center 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL

We are celebrating the 4th of July the only way we know how – with science and wonder. Experience the science of fireworks in our star-spangled live Combustion show and participate in patriotic demonstrations including red, white, and blue slime and a liquid firework display!

Throwback Pricing at McWane

McWane Science Center 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL

As a special offer to our visitors this year, on the 20th of every month, we will THROW BACK the prices, meaning admission to McWane will be the same price as what it was when we opened 20 years ago in 1998. Pretty cool, right? Adventure Halls Kids: $6 | Adults: $7 | Senior: $6

LEGO Day at McWane Science Center

McWane Science Center 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL

Celebrate all things LEGO! Explore amazing LEGO displays and take on LEGO Challenges and building activities throughout the Adventure Halls.

Member Monday at McWane

McWane Science Center 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL

Quarterly, McWane Science Center opens its doors from 5 to 8 pm to its members for special FREE member-only programming. Reserve your family’s spot today for Member Monday by emailing membership@mcwane.org.

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Teacher Appreciation Day at McWane

McWane Science Center 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL

Thank you to the teachers! We want you to enjoy McWane Science Center with your family this summer – not just on a field trip with your students. Each Wednesday in the month of June, teachers get in free (please show teacher ID card/identification) and receive a goody bag, enter a drawing for a chance

Homeschool Day at McWane

McWane Science Center 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL

Is your child a home school student looking for a fun and educational way to spend the day? Plan a trip to McWane Science Center on Home School Day (first Monday of each month)! There will be special programs, live science demonstrations, give-aways and a discounted ticket price: FREE for home school parents, $7 for

Super Slimy Saturday

McWane Science Center 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL

It’s the slimiest day of the year at McWane Science Center! Join us for lots of ooey gooey fun as educators conduct slimy experiments. Dare to take the plunge on the Slip n’ Slime!

National Paper Airplane Day at McWane Science Center

McWane Science Center 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL

Put the Engineer Design Process to the test and build the best paper airplane. Will your airplane fly the farthest or get the most “air time?” Explore the science behind flight in this high-flying day!

Dino Days at McWane

McWane Science Center 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL

Join us for a roaring good weekend as we celebrate dinosaurs! Visit the Dinosaurs in Motion exhibit, see rare specimens in the Museum’s collections, look for fossils, and dig into hands-on activities and special dinosaur programs. Meet a Paleontologist! Meet McWane Science Center’s very own paleontologist, Jun Ebersole, on Saturday 1:00 to 3:00 pm and

Mother’s Day at McWane Science Center

McWane Science Center 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL

Where would we be without our Moms? So, on May 13, let us honor the special ladies with free admission to McWane.