McWane Science Center
What is McWane Science Center? * A nonprofit science museum offering hands-on science exhibits and programs for all ages * Located in downtown Birmingham, AL. Opened in 1998 * Includes science center, aquarium and IMAX Theater * 9,000 square feet
Lower Level Ocean Journey River Journey Shark/Ray Touch Tank
Over 50 species of marine life…. Students can explore Alabama’s largest aquarium Study the Cahaba River Variety of fresh water fish Popular Touch Tank
Level One * Bubble Room * Rushton Theater * Just Mice Size * Science Quest * Demonstration Station
Lots to Explore…. Or watch a live demonstration….. Lie on a bed of nails, play with bubbles, explore exhibits….. Or watch a live demonstration…..
Level Two * Alabama Dinosaurs * Nature Scope * Sea Monsters of AL * High Cycle
Take a walk on the wild side….
Hands-on activities….
Level Three * Art & Technology * Seasonal Exhibit Space * Classrooms
Hands on Learning
Field Trip Info… * Programs designed to meet Alabama Course of Study * Rushton Theater- live, memorable science demonstrations for large groups. * 5 Programs to choose from: What Newton Knew, Combustion! A Body of Knowledge, Lightning Strikes!, Science of Sound
Programs by Grade Level… Pre K-K: Dino-Might, The Five Senses, Animal Adventures, Wonders of Weather, Magnet Mania, Exploring Solids & Liquids 1st-2nd : Plants, Pushes & Pulls, Curious Critters, Dino Discoveries, Water Water Everywhere, All About Birds 3rd-5th: Alabama Birds, Forensics 101, LEGO Robotics, Forms of Energy, Advances in Chemistry, Electrifying Experiences, Coastal Creatures, Forms of Energy 6th: Inside Earth, Microscope Lab, Engineer It!, Amazing Reactions, Earth & Beyond, Weighing In
Imax Theatre - Rocky Mountain Express, Great White Shark, To the Arctic, Tornado Alley
Admission Prices: Museum $7, with program $9, with Imax $12 Lunch: Order from café $5, bring your lunch Chaperones: 1:8 Parking: Unload at entrance, bus parking in remote lot
Programs for Special Needs…
Numerous Special Events Year Round!
Students can go back with their families, Scout groups, etc.
Fun for Students!