We ask for your support.
Moments of discovery happen every day.
Whether small or big, these moments matter. Every child deserves to feel that spark as they explore the sciences.
“Thanks for the trip! My favorite part was the harp with no strings. I found it fascinating that when your hand comes into the laser’s path it makes a sound.”
With your help, we can bring equitable program access to 325,000 individuals next year.
Last year, at a glance.
We are committed to making moments of discovery accessible to all.
In Fiscal Year 2023 (10/1/22–9/30/23), 1 in 5 general admission visitors utilized the EBT discount at the Museum, and we directed $65,737 in scholarships to fund school programming.
A total of 298,599 people visited our spaces or participated in our programs in FY23—a 35% increase from the previous year.
We welcomed…
180,807 Museum visitors
40,978 outreach participants
37,650 field trip students
20,000 Nature Center visitors
13,370 other (camps, scouts, public programs, etc.)
5,794 distance-learners