The Boston Museum of Science has an extensive collection of exciting science-based exhibits.
The following sections are the brief introduction.
Museum of Science Highlights
The main Museum of Science Highlights building offers hands-on taxidermy(动物标本) and a butterfly garden. Also, you can see real chickens hatching(孵化)from the eggs and check out the natural animal habitats.
Children's Discovery Center
For the kids, the Boston Science Museum has a discovery Center located directly across from the musical stairs. It offers a safe, enclosed play area specifically designed for children under five.
Theater of Electricity
The Van de Graff generator(发电机)provides a risk-free opportunity to witness lightning at a close range. Lighting shows are daily at 12:00 noon and 2:00 pm.
Chick Hatching Station
Learn about the development of chicks and watch them as the hatch from their shells before your eyes.
Charles Hayden Planetarium(天文馆)
The Planetarium at the Boston Science Museum is a high-tech planetarium in New England Please click here to get more information about the show time.
Hours
(Regular)Saturday to Thursday:9:00 am-5:00 pm; Friday:9:00am-7:00 pm
(Regular)Saturday to Thursday:9:00 am-7:00 pm; Friday:9:00am-9:00 pm
Cost
$23. 00 for adults,$20. 00 for children aged between 3 and 11, free for children under 3,and $21. 00 for seniors aged above 60.
Location
Science Park, Cambridge, MA map
Parking
Parking is available at the Boston science Museum for 1,000 car. The garage(停车场)fills up on busy days. If you come late, be sure to order you tickets in advance. Take public transportation if you can：Green Line to Science Park.
