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Museum of Science, Boston

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Museum of Science的前身是创立于1830年的Boston Society of Natural History，1951年迁至Charles River Dam现址重建。作为全美规模最大的科学中心之一，馆内拥有700多项互动展品，分布于Blue Wing、Green Wing和Red Wing三大展翼。其核心亮点包括拥有全球最大空气绝缘型范德格拉夫起电机的Theater of Electricity，以及配备穹顶的Charles Hayden Planetarium。化石展厅内，一具全尺寸霸王龙模型与出土自达科他荒地、距今约6500万年且近乎完整的三角龙化石“Cliff”同台亮相。该馆同时还是一座拥有认证资质的动物学机构，在Hall of Human Life等展区饲养着包括绒顶柽柳猴在内的100余只活体动物。

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Getting there

1 Science Park, Boston, MA 02114, United States

Nearest station: Science Park/West End (MBTA Green Line, E branch), North Station (MBTA Green Line & Orange Line, Commuter Rail)

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Admission

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Exhibit Halls: adult $33, senior 60+ $29, child 3-11 $28, under 3 and members free. Planetarium, Omni and 4-D shows are $6 each as an add-on to Exhibit Halls admission ($2 for members), or $10 adult / $9 senior / $8 child theater-only. Boston CityPASS bundle $84 adult, $72 child.

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Visitor Information

How much does Museum of Science, Boston cost?
Standard adult admission to Museum of Science, Boston is $33. Exhibit Halls: adult $33, senior 60+ $29, child 3-11 $28, under 3 and members free. Planetarium, Omni and 4-D shows are $6 each as an add-on to Exhibit Halls admission ($2 for members), or $10 adult / $9 senior / $8 child theater-only. Boston CityPASS bundle $84 adult, $72 child.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Museum of Science, Boston?
Museum of Science, Boston is open Exhibit Halls open daily 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, 360+ days a year. The Charles Hayden Planetarium and Mugar Omni Theater run late on Friday and Saturday nights, with the last show starting up to 10:00 pm. Closed Thanksgiving Day (26 Nov 2026) and Christmas Day (25 Dec 2026); early close at 2:00 pm on the day before Thanksgiving (25 Nov 2026) and on Christmas Eve (24 Dec 2026).. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Museum of Science, Boston?
Museum of Science, Boston is located at 1 Science Park, Boston, MA 02114, United States, in the Science Park / West End area of Boston. The nearest stations are Science Park/West End (MBTA Green Line, E branch), North Station (MBTA Green Line & Orange Line, Commuter Rail).
What can I see at Museum of Science, Boston?
坐落于Charles River大坝之上的科普重镇：震撼的室内闪电表演、等身大小的霸王龙模型，以及700余项互动展品。 Current highlights include Theater of Electricity: 闪电！ (Theater of Electricity: Lightning!), 生命史诗（Life Chronicles）, 掀起波澜 (Making Waves).
Do I need to book Museum of Science, Boston in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit Museum of Science, Boston?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

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