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SHOPPERS DRUG MART® OMNIMAX® THEATRE
GEMINI ROOMS
TELUSCAPE
RBC FOUNDATION LUNCH ROOM
TELUS CONFERENCE ROOM
IMPERIAL OIL AUDITORIUM
STUDIOS 1, 2 & 3IBM SCHOOL & TOUR GROUP ENTRANCE
SOUTH PARKING LOT
NORTH PARKING LOT
DON MILLS ROAD
TICKETS
MEMBERSHIP DESK
KIDSPARK
KIDSPARK
SPACETHE TERRACE
AMATEUR RADIO STATION
HOT ZONE
ROCK PAPER SCIENCE HALL
WESTON FAMILY INNOVATION CENTRE
VALLEY RESTAURANT
SCIENCE ARCADE
THE LIVING EARTH
TELUS RAINFOREST
THE ASTRAZENECA HUMAN EDGE
CHALLENGE ZONE
COHON FAMILY NATURE ESCAPE
IMPERIAL OIL AUDITORIUM
FOREST LANE
LEARNING CENTRES
A QUESTION OF TRUTH
DUPONT CANADA LABS
school areas
PROCTER & GAMBLE GREAT HALL
ENTRANCE
PLANETARIUM
elevator and
stair access levels 5-6
stair access levels 5-6
elevator and
stair access levels 5-6
Closed for the season SPECIAL
EXHIBITION HALL
Featured Areas
A Question of TruthExplore how beliefs and biases can influence scientific research.
Weston FamilyInnovation CentreExperiment with sound panels, play with the ferrofluid piano, test the materials orchestra, see your face in bubbles.
The Living EarthTouch a tornado or wander through a real,live rain forest environment filled withplants and animals.
Science ArcadeGenerate some hair-raising fun by getting physical with physics in our Science Arcade!
The AstraZenecaHuman EdgeExplore the wonders and possibilities of the human body.
Forest LaneDiscover Canadian forests in their many forms.
KidSparkSpark your child’s curiosity through play,building, water and a variety of activities.
SpaceCheck out a real Moon rock, a meteorite from Mars and explore the Universe in Toronto’s only public planetarium.
Experience The Whole Science Centre
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• Lost Children – See any Science Centre Staff• Lockers - Level Admission Area• Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
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Live Science DemosCheck information boards on level 4 & 6 for times & locations
Planetarium
Science HotSpot
Papermaking
Electricity
Stairs
Elevator
Washrooms
Family Washrooms
Pay Phone
Baby Care Room
Special Needs and All Gender Washroom
Brown Bag Lunch Areas
Safe Area
Parking
Food Services
Bank MachineAutomated Electronic DefibrillatorTELUS Free Phone Charging Station
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Circus! The Exhibition
Mammoths and Mastodons: Titans of the Ice Age
FOOD SERVICES
Lobby CaféWeekdays 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Weekends 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
KidSpark Café Weekends and Holidays 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Valley RestaurantWeekdays 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Weekends 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
CheCk boards for times. Programs vary daily.
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Ontario Science Centre Demos & Workshops
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Eyes On The Skies (ages 0-5)
For children 5 years and under WITH their caregivers. Learn about the nighttime sky through singing, connect-the-stars constellations and a journey to the Moon and maybe even Mars! Planetarium Space Hall
The Extreme Universe (age 8+)
Witness an exploding star and discover the destructive power of a black hole on this guided tour of the Universe at its most extreme.
Planetarium Space Hall
The Sky Tonight (age 5+)
Discover what’s visible in the sky tonight and learn about upcoming celestial events.
Planetarium Space Hall
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Could You Be A Cave Artist?
Explore the science, history and technique of cave drawings from the Pleistocene Age, then create your own mammoth drawing fit for a cave (or the front of the fridge).
Rock Paper Science Hall
Rock ‘N’ Minerals Learn about the flint and obsidian tools of our past or find out how to discover and identify fossils in your own neighbourhood to become a “citizen scientist.”
Rock Paper Science Hall
The Whole Tooth Travel back in time and check out Pleistocene mammal skulls: sabretooth cat, dire wolf, short-faced bear and even an adult Neanderthal.
Rock Paper Science Hall
All About DNAExtract DNA from fruit using everyday household items, make a candy or origami model of a DNA molecule, or learn about research on ancient DNA with a genome engineering puzzle game. Rock Paper Science Hall
Research SpotlightTuesdays & Thursdays in March & April
Learn about cutting edge research that uses DNA, paleontology and archaeology to discover more about mammoths and mastodons with experts from McMaster University, Ontario Genomics and the Ontario Science Centre. Weston Family
Innovation Centre
Carving Workshop Carve a replica of a spearhead from the Pleistocene Age out of soap.Rock Paper Science Hall
Electricity DemoDon’t miss the Science Centre’s most shocking demonstration! You’ll get a charge out of the Van de Graaff generator (a.k.a. “The Ball That Makes Your Hair Stand Up”) and find out “what’s watt” with this whole electricity thing!
Science Arcade
Papermaking Demo Transform plants and scrap paper into new paper. Watch the papermaking demo then take home the instructions and make your own!
Rock Paper Science Hall
Research Live!Weekends 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Researchers from the University of Toronto need your help to understand how children develop and learn about the world around them!
KidSpark Workshops
Time Monday to Friday Saturday & Sunday
11:00 Humpback Whales IMAX HUBBLE
12:00 The Human Body The Human Body
1:00 IMAX HUBBLE Humpback Whales
2:00 Humpback Whales Under The Sea
3:00 IMAX HUBBLE
4:00 Under The Sea
Science Centre + IMAX film Combo Adults $28 / Youth & Senior $22 / Child $19Admission waived for a Support Person accompanying a person with a disability.
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february 10 – aPril 24, 2016
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We gratefully acknowledge the Government of Ontario and our major supporters:
uPComing 2016 sPeCial exhibition
Sleepovers & Birthday Parties Give your friends and family an unforgettable experience. Camp indoors and explore the exhibits after dark. Let Party Pros handle the details of a themed birthday party.
Camps: PA Days, Holiday, March Break and SummerMake new friends and lasting memories. Engage in hands-on science. Enjoy exclusive access to the exhibit halls.
Private events at the Science CentreWeddings. Celebrations. Corporate. Dazzle your guests or spark your employees’ imaginations by holding your next event in a unique space.
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SILVER MEMBERSHIP $130 / YEARAdmits two adults and up to four children for free admission, great discounts and more.
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Have Tickets? No problem.Put them towards a Membership within 2 weeks of your visit.Ask us how.416-696-3142 [email protected]
Circus! The ExhibitionExplore the science of juggling, the human cannonball, sword swallowers and more!
Procter & Gamble Great Hall LeveL
Knowledge Partner: McMaster University. Supporting Partner: Ontario Genomics. Media Partner: Toronto Star.
Mammoths and Mastodons: Titans of the Ice Age was created by The Field Museum, Chicago.
The Science of Ripley’s Believe It or Not! is a joint production between Ripley Entertainment Inc. and Science North. Ripley’s Believe It or Not! is a registered trademark of Ripley Entertainment Inc.
Explore the real science behind the unbelievable!Late May to Early September