Event Calendar

Our youngest visitors can bring their imaginations as an SCI Programs Team member reads under the starry skies.

Locate constellations and planets, and hear myths of the night sky in this live planetarium program. Program and location subject to change.

Help guide a breathtaking journey through our solar system, exploring the unique features, mysteries, and wonders of its most important celestial bodies.

Have you ever wondered what Snippy the Snapping Turtle eats? Come check out a feeding demonstration of one of SCI’s most ravenous reptiles! The snapping turtle feeding may be too intense for some visitors.

Investigate the world of electrons and electricity for a hair-raising experience!

Locate constellations and planets, and hear myths of the night sky in this live planetarium program. Program and location subject to change.

Prepare for a thrilling evening of suspense and intrigue at the Science Center of Iowa’s 21+ Mystery Night at the Museum! Step into a world of secrets, puzzles, and hidden clues as you and your friends become detectives for the night, solving a captivating mystery that unfolds throughout the museum.

As the clock ticks, explore the exhibits like never before, piecing together clues and uncovering the story behind the mystery. Will you crack the case? With Rook Room’s expert storytelling and immersive scenarios, this is more than just a night out—it’s an adventure that will challenge your wits and keep you guessing until the very end.

Enjoy cocktails, mingle with other amateur sleuths, and dive into the excitement of a live-action mystery experience. Whether you’re a seasoned detective or a curious newcomer, this event offers a unique blend of fun, challenge, and social interaction in a lively, adults-only environment.

Gather your team, sharpen your senses, and get ready for a night of suspense and surprises at the Science Center. Who knows what secrets you’ll uncover?

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