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A young boy experiments with light and lenses at Science Museum Oklahoma’s hands-on optics exhibit, learning how light bends and focuses.

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Today's Hours
11:00AM - 6:00PM
Monday - Friday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday
9:00AM - 6:00PM
Sunday
11:00AM - 6:00PM

More Than 500 Exhibits at Science Museum Oklahoma

Our visitors can engage with both hands and minds nearly 390,000 square feet of interactive wonder. With over 500 exhibits designed to pique every curiosity, our museum invites families and visitors of all ages to experiment, tinker and explore. Each experience is crafted to spark imagination, deepen understanding, and make science an adventure you’ll remember long after your visit.

Science Museum Oklahoma stands out among museums across the country with more than 80% of our exhibits being made in-house.

Child peers into a periscope during a STEM exhibit at Science Museum Oklahoma, discovering the science of optics through hands-on exploration.

Main Science Gallery

Step into the large Science Gallery full of hands-on activities that challenge your mind and delight your senses. Balance on two wheels in Segway Park, harness the power of a resonant pendulum, and uncover the surprising force needed to move heavy weights. Every discovery on this bustling floor brings science to life for visitors of all ages.

A large geometric sculpture reflects the sky outside Science Museum Oklahoma, welcoming visitors to a world of science, art, and discovery.

Finity

Marvel at Finity, a 25-foot-tall interactive sculpture by Tom Shannon, featuring mirrored polyhedrons that spin under your touch. Located in Founder’s Plaza, each shape reflects the Oklahoma sky as you push and pull to set the pieces in motion. Commissioned by the Kirkpatrick Family Fund to honor the legacy of the museum’s founder John Kirkpatrick, this striking installation combines art and science in a moment of shared wonder.

Colorful entry sign for CurioCity at Science Museum Oklahoma, an interactive cityscape exhibit designed for hands-on STEM learning and play.

CurioCity

Get lost in the whimsical world of CurioCity, a 20,000-square-foot cityscape where learning meets play. Each neighborhood invites children to navigate obstacle courses, tell stories, try balancing acts, and explore musical instruments. Every corner sparks a little fun and a little teamwork along the way.

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Dimly lit Sensory Space at Science Museum Oklahoma with cocoon-like hanging chairs and soothing blue lighting for sensory-friendly exploration.

Sensory Space

Sponsored in part by Express Employment International, Sensory Space is a calm oasis tucked away from the museum’s buzz where bubble waterfalls, soft lighting and cozy seating invite guests to pause and recharge. Interactive tools like fidget toys, ear covers, story maps and gentle sensory panels help visitors of all ages and abilities self-regulate and find moments of peace.

Children gather inside the Destination Space exhibit at Science Museum Oklahoma to explore space science and astronaut training simulations.

Destination Space

Launch into exploration in Destination Space, a tribute to Oklahoma’s role in every phase of NASA’s history. Climb into a Mercury capsule simulator, handle real rocket engines, and uncover artifacts from the Apollo era. This galactic journey connects you to space history and the pioneering spirit of astronauts.

Science Museum Oklahoma's smART Space exhibit featuring a large-scale optical illusion portrait by artist Michael Murphy.

smART Space

Discover smART Space, a light-filled gallery that highlights the creative intersection of art and science. Explore thought-provoking installations that inspire new perspectives and celebrate the work of local and global artists– all in the name of science. Overlooking the atrium, this unique exhibit reminds you that art and science go hand in hand.

Young girl in KidsSpace at Science Museum Oklahoma building a colorful tower at an interactive water table.

KidSpace

Small explorers will love KidSpace, where safe, hands-on stations ignite curiosity in little minds. Splash at the water table, climb aboard a real tractor and get creative with face painting. This playful environment is designed for young scientists to touch, play and discover the wonder of the world around them within a gated area.

Multi-generational visitors collaborate on a hands-on building project in the Tinkering Garage at Science Museum Oklahoma.

Tinkering Garage

Roll up your sleeves in the Tinkering Garage, where art, engineering and technology collide in an ever-evolving workshop. Design and build your own creations with tools and materials that change monthly to fuel your imagination.

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A young child reaches toward a swirling vortex in the Eye on the Sky exhibit at Science Museum Oklahoma, exploring weather science through hands-on STEM activities.

Eye on the Sky

Explore extreme Oklahoma weather in Eye On the Sky with a tornado simulator, cloud ring maker, and interactive weather studio. Try your hand as a forecaster and learn how meteorologists predict storms. This exhibit offers a thrilling look at the forces shaping our atmosphere.

A boy pedals a glowing stationary bike in the Powerplay exhibit at Science Museum Oklahoma, learning about energy and motion through interactive science exhibits.

Power Play

Test your strength and agility in Power Play with a rock wall, dash track, basketball jump, cycle simulator, and vertical jump and arm hang challenges. Compete in tug of war or measure your reflexes on interactive reaction games. This exhibit turns human physiology into a hands-on exploration of sport science.

A child operates a small excavator in the outdoor Gardens exhibit at Science Museum Oklahoma, combining engineering play with outdoor science exploration.

Gardens

Step outside into The Gardens to explore native plants, aquaculture demonstrations, and permaculture storytelling. Wander through themed garden spaces, enjoy lawn games, and learn about sustainable practices. Seasonal programs bring fresh discoveries to every garden visit.

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Child explores light, color, and shadows in the LightMinded exhibit at Science Museum Oklahoma’s hands-on science center.

Light Minded

Step into Light Minded to explore the fascinating science of illumination. Witness glowing plasma tubes, freeze your shadow in vibrant colors and feel the energy of a Tesla coil. This gallery brightens your understanding of light with immersive experiments and unexpected visual surprises.

The Oklahoma Aviation and Space Hall of Fame at Science Museum Oklahoma celebrates aerospace pioneers through interactive exhibits and historical displays.

Oklahoma Aviation and Space Hall of Fame

Honor the pioneers of flight and space in the Hall of Fame, featuring stories and artifacts of over 170 inductees. Learn how scientists, engineers and pilots shaped aviation and space exploration. This tribute gallery celebrates the people behind the machines that changed our world.

Children play inside the GadgetTrees play structure at Science Museum Oklahoma, combining STEM learning with physical activity.

GadgetTrees

Climb into GadgetTrees, a giant tree house that reveals the power of simple machines through playful design. Slide down spirals, test pulleys, and ride Bernoulli’s Bicycle to see physics in action. This joyful exhibit turns everyday backyard tools into moments of discovery.

A young boy smiles at a towering stack of oversized foam blocks in the Big Game Theory exhibit at Science Museum Oklahoma.

Big Game Theory

Play giant versions of classic strategy games in Big Game Theory, including oversized chess and checkers sets. Build domino masterpieces, test light patterns on a colossal peg board, and construct a towering arch to explore physics and design. Every challenge is a chance to strategize, collaborate, spread out, and learn through play.

A girl looks up at vintage airplanes suspended from the ceiling inside the Oklahoma Aviation Gallery at Science Museum Oklahoma.

Aviation Gallery

Soar through the history of flight in the Aviation Gallery, from Leonardo da Vinci’s early sketches to modern aircraft. Get up close to vintage planes, including a 1946 Stinson Voyager and a Mong Sport designed in Tulsa. This gallery celebrates aviation innovation and invites you to dream of the skies.

A boy explores interactive light displays in the hands-on Energy Quest exhibit at Science Museum Oklahoma.

Energy Quest

Embark on an Energy Quest through time to trace how natural resources become the fuels of today. Examine glowing minerals, study core samples, and shape landscapes in an augmented reality sandbox. Interactive globes and immersive tunnels bring Earth’s dynamic history into your hands.

A child hangs upside down on rings inside the International Gymnastics Hall of Fame at Science Museum Oklahoma.

Gymnastics Hall of Fame

Science Museum Oklahoma is proud to host the International Gymnastics Hall of Fame an independent organization’s exhibit showcasing portraits, artwork, and videos celebrating the sport’s greatest legends. Visitors can explore memorabilia of Oklahoma Olympic icons like Nadia Comăneci, Bart Conner, and Shannon Miller, then head to the 3,000-square-foot activity zone to test their own skills on beginner-friendly mats, beams, and bars.

Children explore the Mighty Mouth exhibit at Science Museum Oklahoma, learning about dental health through giant interactive teeth.

Mighty Mouth

Enter the Mighty Mouth exhibit to learn the science of dental health with oversized interactive jaws. Discover how your teeth work and why caring for them matters through playful hands-on activities. This exhibit makes oral science both fun and memorable.

A young child smiles while exploring a detailed model train exhibit at Science Museum Oklahoma’s Tiny Tracks.

Tiny Tracks

Travel back in time through Tiny Tracks, where a model train winds through detailed townscapes. Peek into vintage railway cars and artifacts, including a restored 1929 Pullman Parlor Car. This miniature world brings the golden age of rail travel to life in vivid detail.

A child observes vibrant coral and marine life in the Oceanarium at Science Museum Oklahoma’s hands-on aquarium exhibit.

Oceanarium

Dive into the Oceanarium to meet over fifty species of marine life in beautifully designed habitats. Observe coral reefs, watch starfish in motion, and chat with caretakers about feeding schedules. This underwater adventure brings the wonders of the sea safely to the shore.

Cycle Dynamics

Science Museum Oklahoma’s Cycle Dynamics exhibit takes you on a journey through the evolution of cycling with a remarkably extensive lineup of historic bicycles, from early Boneshakers to more modern vintage steel frames. The exhibit also features a faithful recreation of the Wright Brothers’ bicycle shop.

A toddler plays on a submarine prop in the Navy Gallery at Science Museum Oklahoma, part of the museum’s hands-on military science exhibits.

Navy Gallery

Our Navy Gallery spotlights naval history and Oklahoma’s deep ties through the service of founder John E. Kirkpatrick, a decorated naval officer. Visitors can admire detailed model naval ships and ring the authentic bell salvaged from the USS Oklahoma. This exhibit honors the legacy and heroism that continue to shape naval heritage.

A child explores a glowing interactive screen inside the immersive digital environment of Elemental Worlds at Science Museum Oklahoma.

Elemental Worlds

Step inside Elemental Worlds in smART Space and bring digital creatures to life on immersive screens. Draw and color animals that move through a 220-degree simulated forest, accompanied by ambient soundscapes. Creative technology and art merge to transport you into a living digital ecosystem.

Science Museum Oklahoma’s Wunderkammer exhibit showcases a cabinet of curiosities filled with taxidermy, skulls, and rare natural artifacts.

Wunderkammer

Wunderkammer exhibit transports visitors into early cabinets of curiosity, revealing how collectors once gathered, cataloged, and showcased natural and artistic wonders. Arranged just as they were centuries ago, these unique, wondrous, and unexpected specimens celebrate the roots of museum science and the enduring spirit of discovery.

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