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Rockets at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville.

Science & Discovery

Embark on an interstellar adventure at Alabama's renowned science and space museums. Sweet Home Alabama offers a galaxy of discovery with its array of museums dedicated to the marvels of science and technology, providing endless opportunities for both learning and excitement. Imagine the thrill of space travel, engaging with simulated spacecraft rides, and uncovering the epic saga of space exploration—all within the heart of Alabama. Picture yourself as a celebrated scientist, navigating through captivating science museums, including the notable Science Museum in Mobile, Alabama, or the renowned Alabama space museum in Hunstville. Here, hands-on experiments and interactive exhibits await to spark your curiosity across the state. Ready to start your journey? Check out the locations below and start discovering Alabama's scientific side.

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Inspiring Science & Discovery

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Child at the Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center

Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center

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Kids touching horseshoe crab at Estuarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab

Estuarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab

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Outside view of the McWane Science Center

McWane Science Center

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Outside view of the U.S. Space & Rocket Center

U.S. Space & Rocket Center

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Leopard perched on a rock at the Birmingham Zoo

Birmingham Zoo

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Arial view of the Southern Environmental Center

Southern Environmental Center

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Find an Alabama Science and Discovery Experience

Explore science and discovery locations and attractions you should visit the next time you're here.
Boat Charter
26986 Fish Trap Road
Elberta, AL 36530
See local wild dolphins, or drag a shrimp net and pull up unique aquatic sea life. We offer dolphin,...

Museum
109 Gates Avenue Southeast
Huntsville, AL 35801
Travel back in time to 1819 when butter was hand-churned and clothing was hand-stitched. Discover it...

Hotel Or Motel
122 Cleghorn Boulevard
Madison, AL 35758
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Saltwater fishing charters--inshore, nearshore, snapper trips and deep sea fishing. Also offering cu...

Museum
133 4th Avenue Northeast
Decatur, AL 35601
The Cook Museum of Natural Science is a state-of-the-art natural science museum in downtown Decatur,...

Outdoor Recreati...
34745 AL Hwy. 225
Spanish Fort, AL 36527
Two and three-hr. guided boat tours of Mobile-Tensaw River Delta and Port of Mobile aboard 50-passen...

Guides Tours Or Ri...
27075 Marina Road
Orange Beach, AL 36561
The Fun Boat Dolphin Cruise and Jet Boat Thrill Rides. Crazy fun for the entire family

Indoor Recreatio...
130 Commerce Street
Montgomery, AL 36104
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Museum
211 North McKenzie Street
Foley, AL 36535
Located in Historical Downtown Foley. Our Sales Gallery is located in the historic Claude Peteet Rea...

Outdoor Recreati...
23030 Wolf Bay Drive
Foley, AL 36535
Graham Creek Nature Preserve is a 500 acre park with miles of hiking trails. The Preserve features m...

Visitor Center
950 22nd Street North
Birmingham, AL 35203
To be in Birmingham is to be in the arms of the South…with its engaging topography and all its natur...

Indoor Recreatio...
604 Madison Street Southeast
Huntsville, AL 35801
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Botanical Garden...
5151 Museum Dr.
Mobile, AL 36608
100-acre site with extensive collections of azaleas and camellias. Also featuring native plants, nat...

Outdoor Recreati...
617 Preserve Parkway
Hoover, AL 35226
A 350 acre nature preserve abundant with trees, plants, rock outcroppings, streams, waterfalls, wild...

State Park
200 Terrace Drive
Pelham, AL 35124
From its humble beginning as a 940-acre park atop Double Oak Mountain established by the Alabama Sta...

Museum
342 South Chestnut Street
Prattville, AL 36067
Prattville Creative Arts Center and Gallery is host to art classes and home to the Prattauga Art Gui...

Fair Grounds
2959 County Road 333
Roanoke, AL 36274
RCE&AC is the host of County Fair, Equine and Ag based events. For more info, please visit our FB pa...

Music Hall
110 4th Ave. SE
Red Bay, AL 35582
A large portion of the top floor of the Red Bay Museum is dedicated to country music star Tammy Wyne...

Vacation Rental
551 Clay Street
Montgomery, AL 36104
Spectacular View of downtown Montgomery and the Alabama River Plain, including unique view of the st...

The McMillan Museum of Natural and Cultural History of Escambia County, Alabama was founded in 1979 ...

Largest collection of Army helicopters, airplanes, and unmanned aircraft in the country. Features ar...

Located in the Courthouse on the Basement Level. Many artifacts from Washington County's rich past. ...

Museum
124 Broad St.
Alexander City, AL 35010
See the large collection of muscle cars from 1969-1971, including Chargers, Challengers, 'Cudas, Che...

Historic Site
124 Company Street
Wetumpka, AL 36092