The Power of Poison | Arizona Science Center | Kids Out and About Phoenix

The Power of Poison | Arizona Science Center

Explore the captivating and often paradoxical world of nature’s toxic arsenal in The Power of Poison. Through live performances and interactive dioramas, this spellbinding exhibition will take you into familiar and novel tales of illness, enchantment and death by poison.

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February 2 - August 24, 2025

Sybil B. Harrington Gallery, Level 3

Learn about the many plants and animals living deep in the Colombian forest that use poison as a vital tool for defense and survival. Find out how studying poison’s effects on human cells can help scientists figure out how to protect, repair and heal our own bodies and improve our health. Whether used as a defense against predators, a source of magical strength or a lifesaving medical treatment, The Power of Poison is sure to surprise you at every turn! 

The Power of Poison is organized by the American Museum of Natural History, New York (amnh.org)

The Power of Poison will be open daily from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. starting on Sunday, February 2 through Sunday, August 24, 2025. The exhibition is FREE with all Arizona Science Center Memberships, General Admission and All-Inclusive tickets. Children under 3 are always FREE.


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Location:

600 E Washington St
Phoenix, AZ, 85004
United States

Phone:

(602) 716-2000
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Dates: 
04/03/2025
04/04/2025
04/05/2025
Time: 
10:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Ages

All Ages Adults & kids together Adults without kids