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Arizona Science Center

Address: 
600 E Washington St
Phoenix , AZ , 85004
Phone: (602) 716-2000
33° 26' 55.2264" N, 112° 4' 0.0156" W
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The mission of Arizona Science Center is to inspire, educate and engage curious minds through science. More than 300 hands-on exhibits, the Irene P. Flinn Giant Screen Theater, and state-of-the-art Dorrance Planetarium are fun for all ages! The Center, located at 600 E. Washington Street in downtown Phoenix, features more than 300 hands-on exhibits, live demonstrations, a range of interactive online science content, the state-of-the-art Dorrance Planetarium and the five-story Irene P. Flinn Giant Screen Theater. CREATE at Arizona Science Center®, adjacent to the main building, is a 6,500 square foot community makerspace providing workshops, including 3D printing, laser cutting, woodworking and sewing.

Rediscover the world of science and imagination at Arizona Science Center–now open with more ways to visit! Get ready to embark on a hands-on learning journey and create memorable experiences to last a lifetime.

The mission of Arizona Science Center is to inspire, educate and engage curious minds through science. 

The Center offers programs for all ages, including Camp Innovation, Teen programs, Professional Development and Learning for Educators, and adults’ night out: Science With A Twist. The Center also offers a broad range of online science learning resources for parents, educators, students and anyone curious about science. For further details, please visit azscience.org.

Open hours: 
Sunday: 10:30 am-4:00 pm
Monday: 10:30 am-4:00 pm
Tuesday: 10:30 am-4:00 pm
Wednesday: 10:30 am-4:00 pm
Thursday: 10:30 am-4:00 pm
Friday: 10:30 am-4:00 pm
Saturday: 10:30 am-4:00 pm
Programs for preschool all the way through adult

Location: 
Arizona Science Center, East Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ, USA
See map: Google Maps

POMPEII: THE EXHIBITION

Dates: 
02/11/2026
02/12/2026
02/13/2026
Time: 
10:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Location: 
Arizona Science Center, East Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ, USA
See map: Google Maps

Science With a TWIST: Love & Lab Coats

Dates: 
02/13/2026
Time: 
6:00 – 10:00 p.m.

Location: 
Arizona Science Center, East Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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Girls in STEM: Stellar Science

Dates: 
02/14/2026
Time: 
2:00p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Location: 
Arizona Science Center, East Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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Love on the Vine: Arizona Wine Experience

Dates: 
02/14/2026
Time: 
4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Location: 
Arizona Science Center, East Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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CAMP INNOVATION President’s Day: Science Ahoy!

Dates: 
02/16/2026
Time: 
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Location: 
Arizona Science Center, East Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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Mindful Moments: Sound Healing

Dates: 
02/22/2026
03/22/2026
04/12/2026
Time: 
4:30 - 5:30 P.M.

Location: 
Arizona Science Center, East Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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Art 360: Sip n’ Paint... Crafty Kaleidoscopes

Dates: 
03/06/2026
04/09/2026
Time: 
Experiences at 6:00 p.m. & 7:45 p.m.

Location: 
Arizona Science Center, East Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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Mindful Moments: Yoga in the Dorrance DOME

Dates: 
03/07/2026
04/11/2026
Time: 
8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

Location: 
Arizona Science Center, East Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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CAMP INNOVATION Spring Break: Outbreak Alert! Survival Science

Dates: 
03/09/2026
03/10/2026
03/11/2026
Time: 
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Location: 
Arizona Science Center, East Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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Girls in STEM: She Codes - Byte by Byte

Dates: 
03/14/2026
Time: 
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Location: 
CREATE at Arizona Science Center®, North 5th Street, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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Bad Art Night: Spring Edition

Dates: 
03/20/2026
Time: 
5:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Location: 
Arizona Science Center, East Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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CAMP INNOVATION April Break: STEM Sleuths

Dates: 
04/03/2026
04/06/2026
Time: 
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Location: 
Arizona Science Center, East Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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CAMP INNOVATION: Summer Camp

Dates: 
06/01/2026
06/02/2026
06/03/2026
Time: 
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.