Connecticut Science Center

Connecticut Science Center

The Connecticut Science Center is a non-profit organization founded in 2009 with a mission to inspire lifelong learning and engage people in science through hands-on, interactive experiences. Located in downtown Hartford, the LEED-Gold certified center offers more than 165 exhibits across ten galleries, covering a wide range of topics such as space and earth sciences, physical sciences, biology, and alternative energy sources. The center also features educational labs, a 3D digital theater, a function room, and ongoing events for all ages.

With a focus on enhancing science education in Connecticut and New England, the Science Center serves as a valuable learning resource for students and adults, promoting scientific exploration and education through a variety of programs and partnerships with educational organizations. The center is also home to the Joyce D. and Andrew J. Mandell Academy for Teachers, providing professional development for educators.

The Connecticut Science Center has positioned itself as a premier destination for informal science learning and aims to become the leading Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) resource in the state. The center has attracted global business leaders and benefactors, emphasizing its potential to become a national model in informal science education.

For more information, visit www.CTScienceCenter.org or contact 860.SCIENCE.