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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Multiple locations
Mobile, AL 36611
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Museum
2100 Highland Avenue S
Birmingham, AL 35205
The Alabama Holocaust Education Center features original artwork by artists and students honoring th...

Historic Site
3727 Highway 119
Montevallo, AL 35115
The American Village is a unique attraction in the heart of Alabama, situated on 188 acres of rollin...

Indoor Recreatio...
1234 Commerce Drive
Auburn, AL 36830
Escape rooms are a fun, interactive game experience new to the Auburn/Opelika area. You and a small ...

Vacation Rental
1801 Bienville Blvd.
Dauphin Island, AL 36528
Beachfront Rentals & Sales, LLC manages rental units for The Inn at Dauphin Island, Dauphin Island B...

Indoor Recreatio...
2717 19th Place South
Homewood, AL 35209
Breakout is a set of real life games where you and your friends follow clues and solve puzzles to es...

Outdoor Recreati...
5278 Camp ASCCA Dr.
Jackson's Gap, AL 36861
Admission charged for facility use only; group & senior rates. World's largest camp for disabled. To...

Science Center
Landmark Park, U.S. Hwy. 431 N
Dothan, AL 36303
Night skies shown as they appear in-season. Constellations, related mythology.

Museum
207 Gayle Avenue Southwest
Jacksonville, AL 36265
One of Alabama's finest examples of mid-19th-century professional offices. Greek Revival doctor's of...

Museum
404 Madison Street Southeast
Huntsville, AL 35801
Unique, hands-on experience where visitors interact with history. Exhibits include a talking tree, 4...

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

Historic Site
108 Dubose Ave.
Grove Hill, AL 36451
In historic downtown Grove Hill featuring children's reading room, adult section, genealogy researc...

Historic Site
2 Iberville Drive
Dauphin Island, AL 36528
Subtropical wonder maintained by Alabama Marine Resources. Many plants believed to have been transpo...

Historic Site
700 Pelham Road North
Jacksonville, AL 36265
Jacksonville State University (JSU) is a regional public coeducational university located in Jackson...

Science Center
Jacksonville State University, 700 Pelham Road North, Jacksonville, AL 36265, USA
Jacksonville, AL 36265
Currently closed for Renovations---The JSU Planetarium provides science programs on an HD dome scree...

Outdoor Recreati...
100 Lake Drive, UWA
Livingston, AL 35470
Lake LU and the Nature Trails are located on the UWA campus. The trails are used for hiking, running...

Amusement Park
5181 Desoto Caverns Parkway
Childersburg, AL 35044
You don’t want to miss one of Alabama’s Most Unique Hot Spots that includes Alabama’s Big Cave, over...

Outdoor Recreati...
2442 Bankhead Parkway Northeast
Huntsville, AL 35801
Monte Sano Nature Preserve is one of the largest urban land preserves in the United States and locat...

Outdoor Recreati...
407 Bains Gap Road
Anniston, AL 36205
Former location for army training at Fort McClellan developed for protection of longleaf pine.

Historic Site
AL Hwy. 69 N 142 Oak Grove Rd.
Gallion, AL 36742
Two-room 1925 school. Funded by Julius Rosenwald (Sears & Roebuck president) and community. Featured...

Museum
203 South Claiborne Street
Mobile, AL 36602
The Phoenix Fire Museum is in the restored home of the Phoenix Volunteer Fire Company No. 6.

Museum
6500 Stage Road
Loachapoka, AL 36865
Pioneer Park has many great exhibits and displays. The museum is currently made up of nine structure...

Other Park
2374 White Oak Trail
Warrior, AL 35180
SIMS CAVE PARK is an adventure destination minutes from Birmingham. We are the only place to find th...

Vacation Rental
1801 Bienville Boulevard
Dauphin Island, AL 36528