Wisconsin Science Museum

Homegrown Discoveries

Hours
Saturdays 10am-4pm

Special hours for Wisconsin Science Festival
Oct. 14 -19, Monday thru Saturday 10am-4pm

For larger parties (e.g. school groups, youth groups, etc.)  please contact us to make an appointment, we can accommodate M-F 10a-4p.

Wisconsin Connection

Curiosity and Community

Inspired by our past, discovering the future

At the Wisconsin Science Museum, we are building a community excited to ask questions, proud of local achievements in science and technology, and inspired to change the world.

The Wisconsin Science Museum connects visitors to the research happening right here in Wisconsin. Through our hands-on experiences and unique historic instruments, we show that even the greatest scientific discoveries began with simple questions and a little determination.

From lasers to nanotechnology to cancer treatment, we strive to make every topic accessible to visitors of all levels. We believe that knowledge is meant to share so we keep our museum free and open to everyone.

Learn about our current exhibits!

Location

Our Location

Located at the Atrium on 2300 S Park St. (Lower level)
Madison WI, 53713

We are located on the Lower Level.

  • Head down the stairs and turn right
  • Alternatively, take the elevator down, then turn left atter exiting the lift

UPCOMING
EVENTS

SATURDAYS | 10-11 AM

Our neighbors at the Space Place host hands-on activities in the same building on Saturday mornings! 

Visit the UW Space Place website for more info!

Featured Wisconsin Scientist

Got a smartphone or video game?We have Van Vleck to thank!

His discoveries formed much of the basis of modern electronic technology.

This Nobel-prize winning physicist and mathematician was one of the founders of the modern fields of solid state and chemical physics.

Read More

Learn more about Wisconsin scientists!

Featured Activity

Learn a little about the history of magnetism and create your own compass in the process! All you need is a magnet, a twist tie, a pin, and some cardboard.

Check out other science at home activities!

Get In Touch

Address

2300 S. Park St. STE 300 – Lower Level

Madison, WI 53713

Phone Number

(608)-720-1010