Program areas at The Kentucky Science Center
Exhibits & flagship - The Kentucky Science Center was named The state Science Center of Kentucky by The Kentucky general assembly in 2002 and actively serves individuals throughout The commonwealth and Indiana. In 2024, Kentucky Science Center impacted 100% of Kentucky counties and 95% of Indiana counties. It is The largest hands-on Science Center in Kentucky with interactive exhibits and activity stations, a large-format theater experience with a screen that extends four stories high, teaching laboratories, on- and off-site educational programs, pulse of surgery (open heart surgery) program, and distance learning capabilities. The Kentucky Science Center features interactive exhibits and engaging programs that benefit families, adults, schools, and businesses.
Offsite education - our Science travels to you programs include distance learning, assembly programs, community or school-wide Science festivals, hands-on class sessions, after-school Science clubs and more. Additionally, Science in play2go, The mobile version of Kentucky Science Center's progressive next-generation learning experience, empowers children and adults to learn together through The power of play, improving kindergarten readiness. Science in play2go travels to Kentucky libraries, serving 3-month residencies that give families throughout The commonwealth The chance to experience high quality Science literacy experiences in their local communities.
Onsite education - Kentucky Science Center serves students and teachers from across Kentucky and Indiana through school field trips, where teachers can select labs, classes, movies from The Science Center library, and pre- and post-visit activities that not only enhance their students' experience but satisfy statewide curriculum standards. Daily operations and exhibits at The flagship location in louisville include changing facilitated walk-up Science experiences, and themed activities and demonstrations. School's out Science camps run all summer long, and on days that The jefferson country public school system is out of class, providing enriching out-of-school experiences upon which parents can rely. In addition, family movie events, themed Science celebration weekends, and events specifically for adults represent The flagship facility throughout The year. These powerful opportunities bring Science to life in real, exciting and non-formal ways.