Get ready to meet some of the ocean’s strangest and most spectacular creatures in Secrets of the Sea, narrated by Joelle Carter. From pygmy seahorses and opalescent squid to manta rays, tiger sharks, and a coconut octopus, this film brings you face-to-face with fascinating marine life and their unique interactions.

In partnership with The Hartford, we have developed our own LIVE Science Junior Fire Marshal Training Center that lives right here at the Connecticut Science Center. This fun, STEM educator-facilitated activity blends hands-on science learning with safety education.

Wild Rescue follows the dedicated teams who rescue, rehabilitate, and release injured and orphaned wild animals. From the arrival of a fragile bobcat to the rehabilitation of a young fox evacuated during a wildfire, explore hospital admissions, groundbreaking medical treatments, and the delicate balance of wildlife care.

This isn’t science fiction — it’s happening now. Travel to cities like Amsterdam, Los Angeles, and Singapore to see how engineers are creating a sustainable future driven by human ingenuity.

Get ready to move, explore, and play during Sports Weekend at the Connecticut Science Center! Join us for an action-packed event filled with interactive exhibits, hands-on activities, and fun demonstrations that explore the science behind your favorite sports.

Participants will explore art and design, robotics, coding, and digital fabrication. The workshop will take place over two days (August 11 and August 13), and the price includes lunch each day. At the end of each day, your child and one adult will have access to the galleries until closing. Suitable for children in grades 4-8.

Ready to supercharge your teaching superpowers, inspire your students like never before, and have an unforgettable day of hands-on adventure? Then you can’t miss our annual FREE Educator Open House at the Connecticut Science Center — the ultimate summer experience designed just for you!

Part II of a multi-day event, participants will explore art and design, robotics, coding, and digital fabrication. The workshop will take place over two days (August 11 and August 13), and the price includes lunch each day. At the end of each day, your child and one adult will have access to the galleries until closing. Suitable for children in grades 4-8.

At the Connecticut Science Center, we believe everyone deserves an engaging and inclusive experience. That’s why we’ve created Sensory Friendly Days, designed for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and sensory processing differences.

On select Tuesdays, the Science Center transforms into a magical playland where little ones, ages 6 and under, can explore a world of discovery with crowd-controlled spaces, hands-on activities, and special programming designed just for them.

At the Connecticut Science Center, we believe everyone deserves an engaging and inclusive experience. That’s why we’ve created Sensory Friendly Days, designed for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and sensory processing differences.

Gears will turn and curiosity will take center stage! Join us for MakeFest, a celebration of making, tinkering, and how things are made.