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The Orlando Science Center (OSC), situated on Princeton Street in Orlando, Florida, is a private, non-profit corporation, established under the laws of the State of Florida. It primarily aims at promoting public understanding of science and providing people experience-based opportunities for learning more about present-day science and technology. The Orlando Science Center is sponsored in part by the Department of State, the State of Florida, the Division of Cultural Affairs, United Arts of Central Florida, Inc, and the Florida Arts Council. It has also been accredited by the American Association of Museums (AAM).
The Orlando Science Center was established in 1960 as the ‘Central Florida Museum’ in Orlando’s Loch Haven Park. The Center initially served as an anthropology museum, showcasing articles and artifacts from the Caribbean Basin and Florida. In 1973, this institution was converted into a hands-on science and technology center and was named after John Young, the renowned native astronaut. The museum was finally given its current name in 1984. It underwent a major renovation in 1996 and re-opened to the public in February, 1997.
Today, the Orlando Science Center features as many as 10 exhibit halls. It houses a traveling exhibit hall, a permanent physical sciences hall, and Curiosity Corner. ‘Curiosity Corner’ is a hands-on exhibit designed particularly for pre-school and early primary age children. Another major attraction at the Center is ‘Nature Works’, an exhibit that offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the interactive, wild, as well as mild parts of Florida. Other impressive exhibits at OSC include ‘Kids Town’; Titanic: The Experience, illustrating the history of Titanic; Discovery Daytona: The Science of Speed; Robots; and Dino Digs.
At the Giant Worlds exhibit in the Center, visitors are given an opportunity to learn how the solar system was formed along with Uranus, Neptune, Jupiter, and Saturn. Here, they can also explore four gas giants. Another exhibit named ‘Zing!’ allows the visitors to ride their own High Wire Bike. At the ‘Team-Up’ exhibit, guests may explore one of their favorite sports. The Orlando Science Center also plays host to a number of meeting, conferences, and special events. Besides the 50,000 square feet (4600 sq. m.) of exhibition space, the center also houses a 310-seat privately-owned theater, Dr. Phillips Cine Dome, featuring large format Iwerks movies, laser light extravaganzas, and planetarium shows. Dr. Dare’s Laboratory, Touch the Sky, and Measure Me are among the other major attractions at OSC. OSC offers a great learning experience, especially for children, and is ‘must-see” for those who visit Orlando.
- Address: 777 E Princeton Street,
Orlando, FL 32803
- Telephone: (407) 514-2000
- Hours: Tue - Thu, 9 AM - 4:30 PM; Fri - Sat, 9 AM - 9 PM; Sun, 12 - 5 PM
- Website: www.osc.org
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