Elevator Public Restrooms Public Wifi Wheelchair Accessible Free Standard & Handicapped Parking First Aid & Defibrillator No On-site Restaurants Catawba Science Center strives to make our facility enjoyable to all guests. See the list below for a few ways we are actively improving our space and bringing science […]
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Millholland Planetarium Shows that are Out of the World! The Millholland Planetarium is a 65-seat, digital planetarium theater featuring a giant screen, 30 ft dome images, and surround sound to transport visitors beyond the confines of Earth. Journey to the center of a black hole, tour the surface of the Sun, the rings of Saturn, […]
Show your support for Catawba Science Center by “adopting” one of the animals participating in our Adopt an Animal program. When you purchase one of our Adopt an Animal plushies in the gift shop, your contribution provides funding for our animal care team to feed and take care of the animals here at Catawba Science […]
Discover the science of North Carolina style. Climb the mountain wall, experiment with sound, and play in the babbling brook. This area is also the location of the FlutterBy Butterfly Habitat which returns to CSC every 3 years. Please note this outdoor exhibit space may be closed during inclement weather.
Join us Saturday, March 21st, 2026 for an unforgettable evening! Limited Early Bird Price Tickets: $100 Available Jan 1 – Jan 31 while supplies last Full Price Tickets: $125 Available Feb 1 – March 17 Click Here to Buy Tickets Click Here to Bid in the Online Auction CSC’s Annual Fundraiser is an evening […]
Celebrate with Science! Looking for fun places to have birthday parties in Hickory and/or Catawba County? Catawba Science Center offers educational and engaging birthday parties for kids. Science-themed birthday parties for kids include the two-hour use of a classroom, 45 minutes of demonstrations and activities related to the party theme, and free admission for party […]
Making Learning Fun! Make your visit complete by stopping at one of Catawba Science Center’s two gift shops, with treasures from sea to stars, and realms of fun in between. Sales proceeds are used to support educational programs and exhibits! CSC Members receive a 10% discount* on their gift shop items! Join Today! *Excludes gift […]
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