Lobby & Giftshop


We have interactive science exhibits. You can see authentic items from the Space shuttle program on loan from NASA, feel how heavy a meteorite is, see the spectral lines created by different gas elements, and have fun with special optical effects.  The lobby exhibits are free and open for viewing Monday - Friday 3:30 pm - 5 pm and before and after public shows, except for those times when we are hosting a school or private group and designated holidays. See the calendar page for show and show times and closings.

              See yourself in INFRARED!!

                                 Venus 

        The hottest planet in the Solar System!

                 INFRARED ASTRONOMY  

                 the hottest new Astronomy 

JUPITER - the king of the Solar System

Our gift shop is stocked with toys and gifts and books sure to please someone.  Mood rings, cool fiber optic lamps, Galactic Ooze, beach balls of planet Earth with glow-in-the-dark cities, experiment kits for young scientists, astronomy books for kids and adults, astronaut food, magnetic art sculptures, and much more.  Looking for something intriguing to sit on your desk?  Check out our kinetic sculptures, and spin drop wheels.  You'll find a good assortment of items under $10, even a few under $3.  The gift shop is open Monday – Friday from 3:30 pm - 5 pm, before and after public shows, except when we are hosting classes or outside groups and designated holidays.