Hours & Admission
The Science History Institute Museum is closed for renovations. We will reopen on Saturday, March 8, 2025.
In the meantime, we invite you to enjoy a digital exhibition, take a peek at our outdoor exhibition on the façade of our building, or enjoy one of our articles, podcasts, videos, or blog posts.
When your visit, you can view our permanent exhibition, which traces the history of science—from medieval alchemy to modern plastics, and everything in between—or play with our interactive touch table to learn about the fascinating science behind everyday objects. You can also view our rotating exhibitions including Lunchtime, our outdoor exhibition, and our ExhibitLab display; explore special topics and themes with our staff; enjoy a guided family activity; or try a self-guided scavenger hunt, puzzle, or activity sheet. On average, visitors spend about an hour in our museum.
Please contact us in advance for groups larger than 12. See our Group & School Tours page for more information.
All visitors under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a chaperone or guardian; unaccompanied minors are not permitted.
Address
315 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Email: museum@sciencehistory.org
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Museum Hours
Wednesday–Saturday, 10am–5pm
Closed for renovations
Reopening Saturday, March 8, 2025
Holidays
Our museum team works hard to bring you engaging exhibitions and programs. And sometimes we need a break to recharge!
The Science History Institute Museum is closed on the following holidays:
- New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Presidents’ Day
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving weekend (Thursday, Friday, and Saturday)
- Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
