science center

Interactive exhibit hall

A science center is an institution—usually a museum or public facility—designed to make scientific concepts accessible through interactive exhibits and hands-on demonstrations.

Unlike traditional museums that display artifacts, science centers emphasize engagement: visitors might generate electricity, explore optical illusions, or watch live experiments.

The kids spent all afternoon at the science center.

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institutional type

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Religious seclusion dwelling

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knowledge approach

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Authoritative wisdom source

superstition

subject matter/discipline

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Institution displaying visual works

history museum · cultural center · performing arts center · music conservatory

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Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G