Arizona Science Center

My son and I go to these classes about every other month. He is almost 5 and absolutely loves them. Ms. Chris is really great with the kids, good at teaching and keeping them interested and engaged! Highly recommend for anyone with little ones! It's very hands-on and they get to take things home too!

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The Arizona Science Center (ASC) is a favorite cultural attraction among families?both tourist and Phoenician?for good reasons. The ASC, which opened its doors in 1982, is located in Heritage and Science Park in downtown Phoenix. What makes museums good or bad for families? Many criteria influence that but the most important fact is that ASC gives educational entertainment. It is especially profitable for kids, where they are learning while playing. The ASC is a great place for families because it is educational, easy to get to, affordable, and well organized.
The ASC gives families a great opportunity to be together and learn while playing. Being at home parents and kids are in their own rooms separately. In contrast in the ASC the whole family spends time together and learns. Sometimes parents want to give their kids something extra, rather than just TV, video games and play places like Peter Piper. Children do not use any imagination and logic while playing computer games or watching TV. On the other hand, the ASC teaches children about life and the world around them. For example, the exhibition called ?Many Hands Make a Home? teaches the kids how the structure of a home looks from the architect to landscaping. For instance, there is a wall with two sides ? children can see what is behind the wall and see cables which provide electricity and pipes. They can see with their own eyes how it looks.
The location of the ASC is easy to find. Most families who are looking for a place to go out do not want to travel so far. One hour driving with children is not so bad but a longer distance family trip is going to be a disaster. The atmosphere in the car is condensed and nervous, because kids become bored and start fussing. Parents loose control and start screaming at the children. Only few people will go to museums that are far away from home so the ASC has a perfect central location in downtown Phoenix. It is a ten minute

Fun for ALL ages. We went with the kids (ages 5-16) and grandmother (age 96) - we are SO blessed to be in a town with so much to do and see!

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A cultural highlight of the city. Kids like the expositions, I enjoy the lectures, stimulating the mind.

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One of the most fascinating experiences I have had. Science is layed out to see and experience. This is just as much for kids as it is for adults. Highly recommended.

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Outstanding educational value when you purchase an annual family pass. Great for young children as there is plenty to touch and see. All ages will learn something new and have a fun time. There is always something new to experience. The planetarium and IMAX theater offer a chance to relax and see something new. Plan to make a day of it.
Also a wonderful venue for birthday parties.

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Spent a few hours at the Body Works exhibits but you can spend a few hours with this collection even when there is not special exhibit. Top notch.

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We have visited the Science Center over the years several times. Even if we think that we've seen everything there, we are always drawn back by new movies at the theater or their special presentations.

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This is such a fabulous place to take the kids and interesting for the adults. So much to see, hear, touch and learn about. Great traveling exhibits.

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I'm not a member but I've been to a couple of exhibits - namely "Body Worlds 3" and "Titanic". Both exhibits were fabulous and well worth the money. In addition, the Science Center itself is a very nice facility. Parking is close by and easy.

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