InUSA Tour Guide
Update from From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia:
The Science & Technology Museum of Atlanta, usually known as
SciTrek, was located at 395 Piedmont Avenue in Atlanta, Georgia, next
to the Atlanta Civic Center. Due to lack of funding from the state, it
was forced to close in 2004, but hoped to reopen again later. All of
its displays were sold or auctioned.
One of the top ten science centers in the U.S., SciTrek housed more
than 140 exhibits appealing to all age ranges. The interactive displays
offered visitors the opportunity to explore and discover the marvels of
the scientific world, with a special Kidscape section specially
designed for the two to seven years age group. The Mathematica exhibit
detailed the major achievements in the history of mathematics from the
twelfth century as well as explaining mathematical formulae including
the laws of planetary motion and probability theory. Other exhibits
focused on generating electricity in unusual ways, creating energy from
magnetism, 'freezing shadows' or stepping inside a kaleidoscope.
--old listing--SciTrek is Georgia's only interactive science and technology center. Over 150 permanent exhibits let you explore light and color, simple machines, perception and illusion, and more! An activity-packed area called Kidspace is especially designed for children from ages two to seven. And our regularly scheduled science shows will amaze you and delight you with zany feats of "magic" that demonstrate the natural laws of science.
SciTrek also offers an exciting schedule of traveling exhibits for the repeat visitor. And don't forget our Science Store - it's filled with unique games, books and science kits that will let you continue the SciTrek experience at home!
HOURS: Monday through Saturday 10 AM to 5 PM, Sunday 12 to 5 PM. Closed Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day.
ADMISSION: $9.50 adults, $7.50 military, students and children 3-17, $6 seniors, free for members and children under 3.
DIRECTIONS: Exit I-75/85 at Ralph McGill Blvd east. Turn left onto Piedmont Ave. SciTrek is next to the Atlanta Civic Center. Off-street parking is available for $4.