Best Science Centers & Discovery Zones
Explore the best best science centers & discovery zones options for kids and families in South Portland
Portland Science Center
Museum with science & history exhibits. Educational museum on a wharf featuring exhibits on science, technology, history & culture.
Portland Science Center, Portland, Maine
Visit this great place for kids and families!
Southworth Planetarium
Visit this great place for kids and families!
Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine
Hands-on learning for kids. Interactive kids' museum known for its camera obscura, also with science & job-related activities.
Mad Science of Maine
Visit this great place for kids and families!
Maine State Aquarium
Aquarium with lobsters & a touch tank. This aquarium is open seasonally & features a lobster display, touch tank & various sport fish.
Woodman Museum
Period displays in 4 pre-1860s homes. A complex of 4 historic houses playing host to exhibits of natural & local history plus art.
Seacoast Science Center
Marine museum with touch tanks & more. Science center featuring fish & marine mammals, plus touch tanks & a Discovery Dock for kids.
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