About the Museum of Innovation and Science
The Museum of Innovation and Science, otherwise known as miSci, stands to celebrate science, invention and imagination. With some of the region’s finest interactive exhibits, miSci is a must-see destination for people of all ages.
In addition, miSci comes equipped with its own planetarium. The Suits-Bueche Planetarium provides an immersive experience through its high-definition, full-dome projector. Also, the GOTO Star Projector offers a real-life view of the night sky. This experience is not available anywhere else in the Northeast, so check out the Museum of Innovation and Science today!
The Challenger Center is a sure favorite among students. The Challenger Center transports students to a Mission Control room and a state-of-the-art Space Station. Here, each person plays a unique and crucial role in the mission as the team completes assignments, manages hands-on labs, and navigates simulated emergencies.
Current Exhibits
Leonardo da Vinci: Machines in Motion
For all of Summer 2024, you can view 40 different machines built from the notes of da Vinci, including flying machines he imagined hundreds of years before the Wright Brothers ever took their plane to the sky.
Leonardos of the 518
Until September of 2024, catch an exhibit of Capital Region inventors who share in Leonardo da Vinci’s creative spirit and broad interests. Tour local innovators and see how they are planning to change the world we live in.
Design Zone
This permanent interactive exhibit highlights the importance of science and mathematical thinking in areas critical to building creativity and innovation including music and art. Learn the secrets behind how professionals in these areas do what they do.
Weekend Workshops
On select Saturdays, enjoy science workshops for the whole family. For 30-40 minutes take part in a hands-on activity covering various topics depending on the session. Learn about fossils, rockets, forensic science, and more.
miSci’s Little Edisons program, for kids ages 3 to 5, is a fun way to nurture the curiosity of pint-sized future engineers, chemists, and inventors. Sessions are 45 minutes long and feature hands-on activities designed to teach problem-solving and to encourage the joy of discovery. Little Edisons takes place from 10:00 am to 10:45 am on scheduled days. Click here to view the schedule. Each session features a different focus area, from recycling to fruits and vegetables.
Hours of Operation
- Closed Mondays for Summer 2024 (until September 1)
- Tuesday – Sunday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Planetarium Shows
- Weekends: 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm, and 3:00 pm
- Weekdays: 1:00 pm
“The exhibits are exceptional. It’s a great learning experience for adults as well as children.”
—Julie B., Facebook
Take Amtrak to the Museum of Innovation and Science
Experience the museum’s attractions via Amtrak to Schenectady Station in Schenectady—Don’t forget to use the Amtrak See New York and Save 15% discount!
Get picked up from Schenectady Station and taken to your reserved NYTRAIN Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Click here to reserve your car or call the Schenectady office today at: 518-387-7890.
