Pacific Science Center
About This Museum
People don't just come to the Pacific Science Center to learn; they come to be delighted. It’s a place where you can walk through a steamy, vibrant butterfly house one moment, feeling the delicate brush of wings, and be plunged into the immersive depths of an IMAX documentary or a pulsing laser show set to classic rock the next. The atmosphere is less like a quiet hall of artifacts and more like a playground for the mind, buzzing with interactive experiments and rotating exhibits that make complex concepts tangible. You leave feeling not lectured, but inspired by the sheer wonder of how things work.
Collection Highlights
The Tropical Butterfly House is an undeniable highlight, a warm oasis filled with free-flying color. Other major draws include the constantly changing lineup of hands-on science exhibits and the spectacular laser light shows that transform the planetarium into a canvas of light and music.
Visitor Information
You'll find it right in the Seattle Center, next to the Space Needle, making it a perfect stop on a day of exploring. Be sure to check their schedule online for IMAX film times and laser show themes before you go.
Architecture & Building
The complex is a striking example of Mid-Century Modern design, known for its series of graceful white arches and reflecting pools that give it a slightly futuristic, pavilion-like feel.
Contact & Location
Address: Pacific Science Center, 200, Sue Bird Court North, Uptown, Belltown, Seattle, King County, Washington, 98109, United States
Phone: +1 206-443-2001
Website: Visit Website
