NOTE: The Boonshoft Museum will close at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 11.

Museum Info

Boonshoft Museum
of Discovery

2600 DeWeese Parkway
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 275-7431
Fax (937) 275-5811

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Hours

Monday – Saturday
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Sunday
12:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

Closed: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Easter

General Admission

Children (2-12) $7.50
Adults $8.50
Seniors $7.50
Children (under 2) Free
Members are FREE!

Help us create a fun, safe environment for all our visitors! Children under 16 should always be accompanied by an adult in the Museum.
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Teens

Teens Whether you are interested in learning in a fun and relaxed environment from experts about science and technology, making the world a better place through volunteering, or simply having fun with friends, the Boonshoft Museum has something to offer YOU!

A "Just for You" Boonshoft Event

Just for you event Each year, the Museum's Teen Advisory Board plans a party just for teens from around the Miami Valley. Dance the night away at ShamRock '10 on Saturday, March 13, and get in on all the fun of the SUMO wrestling challenge, show your skills in the Game Crazy Game Cave, belt out a tune at Karaoke, and even take a trip amon the stars in the Planetarium.

Afterschool Science Club

Explore the world around you.

The Afterschool Science Club (ASC) that meets each Thursday is a non-competitive science club that includes students in Middle School. Explore careers, experience hands-on learning using the Museum's state-of-the-art technology, and discover your inner scientist.

Lego Robotics League

The FIRST Lego League Robotics program at the boonshoft allows teams to design, build and program robots using LEGOs, and compete against other teams from around the region. New teams are formed each August, first competition is held in December.

Volunteer

Volunteer Get up and do something.

Did you know that teens (ages 14-17) can gain valuable volunteer experience and fulfill school community service requirements at the Museum. Have fun, so something good for the community and help create a positive Museum experince for others.

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