Today we'll be talking about the most stripe-y building in all of Lane County, and perhaps in all of the world: Our very own Science Factory. Have you visited the Science Factory? It is one of my family's favorite Lane County spots. Here's what you need to know: The Science Factory is a children's museum where kids can explore scientific concepts in a welcoming, hands on environment. They have a traveling exhibit that changes a few times a year, as well as some things that are permanent fixtures. There's also an exploration dome (aka planetarium). It's located in Alton Baker Park, just south of Autzen Stadium. (Their parking lot is used for football games, so they're closed on game days.) Okay, now that introductions are out of the way, I'm going to give you my take home message right now, at the very beginning of this post, because I want you to keep it in mind while you read. Ready? Here it is: Buy your family a membership to the Science Factory. Better yet, ask a grandparent to gift it to you for a birthday or holiday or whatever. You'll be glad you did. Okay, while you think on that, let's check out some visitor tips: Visiting the Science Factory:
Other sweet Science Factory happenings:
The Essentials Parking: A nice big free lot. Cost: Ages 3-61 - $4 for either museum admission or an Exploration Dome show, $7 for both Food: Nope Bathrooms: Yep Resting/nursing spots: there are several benches scattered throughout the museum Time frame: half an hour to all afternoon! At the risk of sounding like an advertisement, I really do recommend getting a membership. In addition to all the great stuff I already mentioned, here's the added bonus: Through the ASTC Travel Passport Program your Science Factory membership currently gets you in FOR FREE to the following:
We have taken advantage of the free admission to these places more times than I can count. It's so amazing to be able to visit for free - it totally takes the pressure off. If someone gets cranky or tired or you forgot to pack snacks or the diaper leaks, it doesn't matter - just go home and come back another day. So much nicer than gritting your teeth and growling under your breath about how you paid $84 to get in so everyone BETTER smile and enjoy themselves or else. Also these are free but I've never visited them so I can't vouch for their coolness. Maybe someone else can?
![]() And you guys!! Guess what!? Carolyn and Emily from the Science Factory so very generously gave us a few admission passes to the Science Factory to give away to a few of you lucky ducks! You know it's going to rain for the entire month of March. Think of how happy you will be if you have one of these passes in your pocket. Free, outside of the house entertainment?! Go enter, quickly!! Happy Adventuring! To enter, tell us what YOU like about the Science Factory. If you've never been, mention something that Megan told us about that you're looking forward to checking out. We will draw winners on Thursday night at 10pm! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Megan Defferding is the mom to two super fun boys who love to find great stuff to do all around Lane County! Check out her blog series, Happy Adventuring, weekly on GoMomGo.
25 Comments
Anita Kranz
2/17/2015 11:45:46 pm
My daughter really has a good time there, the toddler days are especially fun for her.
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Teresa
2/17/2015 11:46:17 pm
Tot Discovery Fridays
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Mandi
2/17/2015 11:53:50 pm
I've never been but I'm excited to go to the tot corner with my daughter.
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alex
2/17/2015 11:59:30 pm
I like that there are some static exhibits & then they rotate in other exhibits to make it a fresh experience.
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Marci davis
2/18/2015 12:00:04 am
the kids love the little ball pit.
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Samantha
2/18/2015 12:00:12 am
The tot spot for now:)
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Laura
2/18/2015 12:05:02 am
Never been but looking forward to visiting the tot center!
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Lori
2/18/2015 01:15:12 am
We had fun making shadow statues.
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Olivia
2/18/2015 01:34:19 am
Great rainy day spot! So excited they might develop a preschool program for the exploration dome :)
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Lara
2/18/2015 06:15:58 am
My oldest is three and I have been meaning to take her. It would be a nice outing for just her and me since the new baby came.
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Rhonda
2/18/2015 09:26:50 am
We went for the first time a few weeks ago and my 4 year old LOVED it. He loved the crane in the toddler room.
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Jenn
2/18/2015 12:28:05 pm
My kids love the Creepy Crawler exhibit that comes through twice a year.
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veronica
2/18/2015 02:35:03 pm
My son loves the sound room that you can scream in!
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Joanna
2/18/2015 03:01:31 pm
Me! Pick me!! Never been and would LOVE to explore!!
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Melissa Lembcke
2/19/2015 06:14:57 am
I have never been but would love to go there and explore all the cool exhibits with my kids on a rainy day, sounds awesome!
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Dawn
2/19/2015 09:07:46 am
I love it just as much as the kids! It's a great way to learn while having fun!
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Liz
2/19/2015 12:44:03 pm
We liked the construction area with trucks and balls!
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Katie Kelley
2/19/2015 12:55:52 pm
I am always looking for educational activities for my daughter. She would love to visit the tot spot on a rainy day!
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Diana
2/19/2015 12:59:44 pm
We are new to the area and I am looking forward to exploring this museum with my preschooler.
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Alice
2/19/2015 04:38:39 pm
My littlest ones would flip for the tot area and I can't wait to explore the exhibits with my science enthusiasts 5 year old!
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7/4/2016 03:18:58 am
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10/28/2018 05:41:28 am
If we are going to bring the children in places that will surely bring growth to them, I am sure that children have a lot of things to learn! Honestly, Ive never been to The Science Factory and I haven't brought my kids there yet. But since you posted a photo of your experiences there, I was quite enticed to go there! There are corners that will surely be fun yet educational for the kids. The theme parks where we should let our children be in is a place where there is learning, isn't it?
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