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• Celebrating Computers

• Marvelous Mugar Makeover

• BODY WORLDS Last Chance

Sparks!DECEMBER 2019 – JANUARY 2020

A Newsletter for Members and Friends of the Museum of Science

Our Seasonal Tradition ContinuesExperience the wonderful world of trains in the Exhibit Halls and on the screen!

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The winter season is upon us, and at the Museum of Science that means the trains have pulled into Science Park once again with visual delights, hands-on fun, and perhaps a surprise or two. Leave your luggage behind, but bring your

sense of curiosity for two temporary exhibits and three films—all train-themed—that will leave you smiling. Take a trip to the Museum to see it all, for a limited time only!

Model This

Your first stop is All Aboard! Trains at Science Park, the whimsical

model train exhibit that debuted last year (on exhibit now through

January 7). It’s in a new location this year—next to Science in the Park

(Blue Wing, Level 2). Here, you’ll visit classic miniature landscapes

featuring model trains, snow-covered peaks, and intricately detailed

décor with familiar Boston landmarks, buildings, and even people!

Mobilize model trains and explore the scenic environment by pushing

buttons in a separate display where you can also activate lights and

other elements. Our youngest visitors can move wooden trains

by hand around curves and over bridges on tracks they lay

themselves. And members of the HUB Division group

(model railroaders and general train enthusiasts) are here

again on select days to answer questions while they also

continue to create scenic elements and ensure that the rails

are just right for a smooth ride into the new year.

Take Two

Another train-themed experience is right around the corner,

but it’s a whole different trip aimed at visitors ages 2 – 7.

Thomas & FriendsTM: Explore the Rails, on exhibit through

January 12, includes characters and locations from the hit

television show with an interactive STEM-learning twist.

Young learners can solve problems ranging from simple

to complex, then climb into Thomas’s cab to see what

happens inside an engine. You can also manipulate

movable parts with brake, whistle, and steam sounds and

put on a conductor’s uniform just like the professionals

wear! There’s a memorabilia section that includes model

engines and more from the original live action series.

Showtime

Not one, not two, but three train-themed films will complete

your railway journey. (Separate timed tickets required for

these shows.)

Visit the 4-D Theater for our annual showing of THE

POLAR EXPRESSTM 4-D Experience. Enjoy a special version

of the cherished film—the most memorable scenes are

enhanced with thrilling special

effects for a truly unforgettable

and immersive experience for

the whole family. Also playing

is Thomas & FriendsTM 4-D:

Bubbling Boilers! Join Thomas

& Friends in this 4-D adventure

as they encounter big surprises

while racing to an exciting

celebration on Sodor.

Take a seat under the five-story

dome in the iconic Mugar

Omni Theater to get on board

the Rocky Mountain Express. Speed through the Canadian

Rockies on a thrilling train journey back to the age of steam.

Experience the colossal feats of engineering—and epic

risks—that shaped a nation.

There is much to see, touch, and learn in these rail-themed

offerings at the Museum. Be sure to catch them all before

they leave the station in early January, and don’t forget to

stop by our trains-themed gift shop, located in the concourse

between the lobby and garage.

All Aboard! Trains at Science Park and Thomas & FriendsTM: Explore the Rails are free with Exhibit Halls admission. 4-D Theater and Omni films require separate timed tickets.

All Aboard! Trains at Science Park was made possible through a collaboration with the Hub Division, Inc., of the Northeast Region (NER) of the National Model Railroad Association (NMRA).

© 2019 Gullane (Thomas) Limited. Thomas & Friends™: Explore the Rails was created by Minnesota Children’s Museum, presented by Fisher-Price and sponsored by 3M.

THE POLAR EXPRESS and all related characters and elements © & TM Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s19)

© 2019 Gullane (Thomas) Limited.

Rocky Mountain Express is directed by Stephen Low and produced by Age of Steam Film Company Inc. Sponsored by MathWorks.

Use Your Member Discount or Bonus Passes for Films!

Computer Science Education Weekend December 14 and 15

Computers, from the large one sitting on your desk to the phone in your palm,

are so intertwined with our modern lives that most of us would struggle to

function without them. But the computers themselves don’t “know” anything,

it’s the people who program them that allow these machines to take humanity

to new heights. As computer pioneer Admiral Grace Murray Hopper once said,

“Programming is more than an important practical art. It is also a gigantic

undertaking in the foundations of knowledge.” Learn all about what she meant

during our annual Computer Science Education Weekend on December 14 and 15.

Hands-On

Explore how we can measure and collect data about ourselves by testing your

hand grip strength, then check out the code that makes this program run.

Challenge yourself with the Fruit Loops activity where you program a robot

“farmer” to pick up the “harvest.” Then, create a Tic-Tac-Toe game using

code cards. The goal? To write a program that consistently wins against your

opponent every time! These are some of many hands-on activities making

the weekend memorable.

You’ll want to take a break during all that action with some live music. The robot

band will take care of that as they dance, play instruments, and perform other

activities that will have you wondering if they just might be human.

Experts in the House

If you’re going to learn about computers, you’ll need some human guidance,

and several people are coming to the Museum to offer it. Meet local inventors,

computer scientists, and roboticists who will tell you about the basics and what

we can look forward to in the near future.

Computers bring us to the cutting edge, and so does the fun-filled return of

Computer Science Education Weekend!

Free with Exhibit Halls admission; free for members. For more information: mos.org/events.

Celebrate Computer Science!Come for a weekend of activities with programming, robots, and more.

IMAX® Dome Goes DigitalIconic Mugar Omni Theater leaps into the future!

For more than 30 years, Museum visitors have been able

to scale mountains, plunge to the depths of the seas, and

explore cultures across the globe through the unique domed

screen of the Mugar Omni Theater. Now, it’s time to look

ahead! Starting Monday, January 6, the theater, featuring

New England’s only IMAX® Dome screen, will be closed

for several months while it receives a digital upgrade.

Transformational Gift

The Omni’s cutting-edge conversion is made possible thanks

to a transformational gift from David Mugar, chairman

and CEO of Mugar Enterprises, Inc. The state-of-the-art 4K/

digital laser projection system will replace the 70mm film

used since the theater opened in 1987. “The new technology

is ready and we want to make sure that the New England

area has the most updated Omni experience,” Mugar says.

“By upgrading to digital, the Museum will be able to capture

the minds of a new generation.”

Omni Origin

It is thanks to Mugar that the theater exists at all. In 1985

when he was a Museum trustee, Mugar and others on the

board visited an Omni theater in Minneapolis at the urging

of then-Museum director Roger Nichols. Mugar says he

became “a huge fan of Omni” after this, and made a sizable

gift to fund the creation of the theater named after his parents

Marian G. and Stephen P. Mugar.

The venue opened March 21, 1987 with the space shuttle film

The Dream is Alive. Since then, more than 18.5 million people

have been thrilled, educated, and inspired under the dome.

Today, it is still the only 180-degree IMAX® Dome theater

in New England.

Vibrant Vision

Along with the projection system upgrade, the theater will

undergo total refurbishment, including new lighting, audio,

seats, and the queue outside. And the Museum recently

secured major funding from MathWorks®, another longtime

champion of the Museum and the Mugar Omni Theater, to

create a new pre-show for the venue’s anticipated reopening

in the spring, as well as a new film that celebrates New

England and its people. This feature-length Omni film,

to be produced by Cosmic Picture with a release date in

2021, will take inspiration from the short film New England

Time Capsule, which delighted millions of Museum visitors

for over a decade.

The theater closes for renovations January 6. The refurbished Mugar Omni Theater is scheduled to reopen in the spring.

“By UPGRADING to DIGITAL,

the Museum will be able to capture

the minds of a NEW GENERATION.”

Last Chance to Experience BODY WORLDS!Revealing anatomical exhibition from Gunther von Hagens is here through January 5.

Since the summer arrival of Gunther von Hagens’ BODY WORLDS & The

Cycle of Life, one of the world’s most intriguing traveling exhibitions, visitors

throughout New England and beyond have ventured to the Museum to get

a good look at the human body on full display—showing how healthy (and

unhealthy) choices can affect our bodies and help write the stories of our lives.

If you haven’t yet visited, or if you plan to return, be sure to come in before it

closes. And remember, members pay just $7 to see this awe-inspiring exhibit!

Through the Years

What makes this edition of the BODY WORLDS series different from its

predecessors is it allows you to journey through a lifetime. The more than 100

real human specimens show how the body changes—from infancy to old age—

and in all its conditions, from health to distress to disease.

Plastinate and Preserve

These human specimens are preserved through Plastination, a technique

invented by anatomist and licensed physician Dr. Gunther von Hagens more

than 40 years ago. The bodies come from donors who will them during their

lifetimes to serve the BODY WORLDS mission to “inspire visitors to become

aware of the fragility of their bodies and to recognize the anatomical individual

beauty inside each of us.”

The use of real bodies in unquestionably a key element to making this

exhibition so remarkable. Authentic human bodies show details of disease,

physiology, and anatomy that cannot be captured by artificial models. Here, you

can make the most of this experience, thoughtfully observing real specimens in

a safe, educational environment, now through January 5 only.

Admission to this exhibition requires purchase of a separate timed ticket. Members receive a discount (details in calendar).

BODY WORLDS & The Cycle of Life Closes January 5

Continue Exploring! While you’re here, be sure to investigate the

human organism from many different angles in our popular, interactive

Hall of Human Life. With more than 70 hands-on components, this

exhibit can really change how you think about your own biology and

manage your health. Green Wing, Level 2

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3 Aim for the Stars A full house received inspiration from Captain

Scott Kelly in October when the retired astronaut

took the stage to receive the Bradford Washburn

Award. Kelly spoke about his record-setting

visit to space and his personal reflections on

leadership, teamwork, and testing limits. The

Washburn Award is named for the Museum’s

founding director and has been presented since

1964 to individuals who embody his spirit of

adventure and ability to translate and interpret

STEM concepts for the public.

4 Climate Strike Museum staff members joined other

concerned citizens on Friday, September 20

in front of Science Park and at City Hall Plaza

to demand action on climate change. The local

rally was part of the Global Climate Strike

movement—a broad coalition of youth groups,

NGOs, unions, and social movements across

the world. Museum employees were proud

to stand with young leaders from all over

Massachusetts who are working to curb the

environmental threat.

1 Cheers for Cummings Recognizing their generous support of

capital programs and exhibit development

projects, the Museum presented Bill and

Joyce Cummings and the Cummings

Foundation with the prestigious Colby Award

at the fall Colby Society event. Founded

in 1986 with a focus on giving back to the

Greater Boston community, Cummings

Foundation has inspired generations of

Boston area residents through its generous

support of the Museum and other causes.

Prior to the Colby event, Jack W. Szostak, PhD,

received the Walker Prize and presented his

lecture, The Origin of Life on the Early Earth.

2 Sci-K Success More than 400 people came out to the

Esplanade this fall to participate in and

support the Museum’s first-ever Sci-K 5K

fun run. Runners and walkers moved down

a five-kilometer path, some of them wearing

science-inspired attire and other zany

clothing. After the run, top participants were

awarded for their costumes and fundraising

while all attendees enjoyed food and activities

into the afternoon. Funds raised from the

event support the Museum and its important

role as an informal STEM learning center.

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Did You Know? One of the first modern model train sets was produced by the Lionel company in 1901 and was supposed to just serve as a store-window display. But shoppers were more interested in the display than the store’s products. See and interact with model trains in All Aboard! Trains at Science Park, on exhibit through January 7.

General Information

EDUCATIONAL RESOURCESWilliam and Charlotte Bloomberg Science Education Center

A transformational $50 million gift from Bloomberg Philanthropies solidifies the Museum’s position as one of the world’s premier educational institutions by ensuring the ability of our educators to create and share world-class exhibits, programs, and K – 12 curricula on a global scale.

Field Trips

A field trip to the Museum is the perfect complement to classroom curriculum. To learn more about planning an unforgettable field trip: 617-723-2500, library@mos.org, mos.org/educators.

Traveling Programs

Bring a fun, interactive Museum program to your PreK – 8 school or community center! Information and reservations: 617-589-0354, travelingprograms@mos.org, mos.org/travelingprograms.

ACCESSIBILITYFor information or accommodation requests: 617-723-2500, accessibility@mos.org, mos.org/accessibility. Please request ASL interpreters at least two weeks in advance.

DIRECTIONS AND PARKING• Address 1 Science Park, Boston, MA 02114• Detailed Directions mos.org/directions • On-site Parking Museum garage parking is available first come, first served. Members receive a discount.

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

The Museum garage (4th floor) houses Level 2 electric vehicle charging stations capable of charging up to four cars simultaneously. While there is no cost to charge your car, you will need a ChargePoint account to access. Regular garage parking fees apply. For more information: chargepoint.com.

Blue Bikes Share Program

Blue Bikes, metro Boston’s bicycle-sharing system, is available on the Museum’s front plaza. Blue Bikes is a regional partnership between Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, and Somerville.

GROUP VISITSBring your group to the Museum of Science! For special pricing and more information: groupsales@mos.org, mos.org/group-visits.

EVENT PLANNINGHost your next event here! Food services provided by Wolfgang Puck Catering. For information: 617-589-0125 (Monday – Friday), events@mos.org, mos.org/private-events. Members are eligible for special rates.

BOSTON DUCK TOURSTickets sold on the front plaza. DUCKs depart from the driveway near the T. rex. Tours run daily, April – November. For reservations: 617-267-3825, bostonducktours.com.

SUPPORT THE MUSEUMIt’s easy when you shop on AmazonSmile! Go to smile.amazon.com and select the Museum of Science as your charity of choice. You’ll find all the same products, prices, and services that are on amazon.com, and the AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of eligible purchases back to the Museum. Your online shopping can really make a difference!

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EXHIBIT HALLS HOURS• Saturday – Thursday

9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

• Friday 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

• Thanksgiving Eve and Christmas Eve 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day Closed

Subject to change. For updates: mos.org/hours.

TICKETS AND MEMBERSHIPAdvance reservations recommended. For current prices and to purchase tickets: mos.org.

For membership information: 617-589-0180, membership@mos.org, mos.org/membership.

QUESTIONS? Call Science Central at 617-723-2500.

The Museum of Science and the Boston Red Sox have teamed up to bring baseball-inspired STEM learning opportunities to Red Sox Kid Nation. Learn more: mos.org/redsox.

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CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTSInformation is subject to change. Please confirm all dates and times: 617-723-2500, mos.org.

Order Gift MembershipsShare your love of the Museum this holiday season! Museum memberships are the perfect last-minute gift. Order anytime and you’ll receive a temporary membership card immediately. $

Book Club for the CuriousJoin a discussion about End of the Megafauna: The Fate of the World's Hugest, Fiercest, and Strangest Animals by Ross D. E. MacPhee. CIC. 5:30 p.m.

Beyond the TelescopeExplore the space-age presidency of John F. Kennedy during this enlightening program featuring authors John Bisney and J.L. Pickering. !

Computer Science Education WeekendEnjoy a wide range of hands-on computer science activities throughout the Museum, including fun with robots. Also, December 15.

Christmas EveExhibit Halls and all venues close at 2:00 p.m.

Christmas DayEntire Museum is closed.

The Amazing Nano Brothers Juggling Show OpensVirtuoso jugglers Dan and Joel provide a comical and unforgettable introduction to atoms, molecules, and nanoscale forces. 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. Continues Saturdays through February 22.

BODY WORLDS & The Cycle of Life ClosesIt’s your last chance to the see the exhibition that captures the human body at every stage—from infancy to old age. $

All Aboard! Trains at Science Park ClosesLast chance to learn about the art and science behind model making in this seasonal exhibit!

Book Club for the CuriousJoin a discussion about Hello World: How to be Human in the Age of the Machine by Hannah Fry. CIC. 5:30 p.m.

Thomas & Friends™: Explore the Rails ClosesLast chance to explore the interactive exhibition that includes the engines and destinations from the hit TV show with a focus on STEM learning.

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Octonauts: Amazon Adventure 4-D OpensJoin a crew of daring aquatic explorers as they encounter amazing creatures in their search for an underwater city full of treasure! M ! $

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Tuesday, December 24Museum closes at 2:00 p.m.

Wednesday, December 25Entire Museum is closed.

Tuesday & Wednesday, December 31 and January 1Exhibit Halls open 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (regular hours)

OMNI CLOSURE

The Mugar Omni Theater closes January 6 for an exciting renovation, reopening in early spring 2020! Check mos.org/imax for schedule and capacity updates.

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Mugar Omni TheaterFeaturing New England’s only IMAX® Dome screen. For showtimes, tickets, and a complete list of films now playing: 617-723-2500, mos.org/imax. Shows run approximately 50 minutes. Member price: $5.

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FEATURED FILMS

Rocky Mountain ExpressThrough Sunday, January 5Speed through the Canadian Rockies on a train journey back to the age of steam. Experience the colossal feats of engineering—and epic risks—that shaped a nation!

National Parks AdventureThrough Sunday, January 5Visit Yellowstone, Yosemite, the Everglades, and more during this film celebration of the National Park Service.

Great Bear RainforestThrough Sunday, January 5Journey to a land of grizzlies, sea otters, and the rare all-white spirit bear. Enjoy a unique look at this place hidden on Canada’s remote Pacific Coast.

Sign up for Summer Courses!

Looking for stimulating fun for your kids this summer? It’s almost time to sign up for a week (or more!) of science courses running in July and August. Sign-up begins mid-January.

Students entering grades 1 – 8 can choose from morning or afternoon classes—or create a full day of fun!

• For more information and to register: mos.org/courses.

• Summer courses are offered early to Museum members!

OMNI CLOSURE

The Mugar Omni Theater closes January 6 for an exciting renovation, reopening in early spring 2020! Check mos.org/imax for schedule and capacity updates.

ON EXHIBIT THROUGH JANUARY 5If you haven’t seen BODY WORLDS & The Cycle of Life yet, now is your chance! The world-renowned traveling exhibition lets you see—in breathtaking detail—the complexity, resilience, and vulnerability of the human body. More than 100 real human specimens, including whole-body plastinates, show how our lifestyle choices can lead to longer, happier, and healthier lives.

Special Member Price: $7

• Admission at the member rate is limited to the number of Exhibit Halls entries permitted with your membership level.

• Admission is by timed ticket only. Advance reservations are highly recommended.

Purchase tickets at mos.org/bodyworlds.Log in for member pricing.

LAST CHANCE!

Adult ProgramsFor more information: 617-723-2500, mos.org/adults. Funded in part by the Barbara and Malcolm L. Sherman Fund for Adult Programs and by the David and Marion Ellis Endowment Fund.

SUBSPACE

Redefine your nightlife with our evening programs for adults 18+! For even more exciting programs that fuse art, social science, and the future of the human experience, check out mos.org/adults.

Beyond the Telescope: The Space-Age Presidency of JFKThursday, December 12; 7:00 p.m.President Kennedy is linked in the minds of most Americans with his bold 1961 goal of “landing a man on the Moon and returning him safely to the Earth,” but he also put his imprint on many other aspects of the US space program. Join John Bisney and J.L. Pickering, authors of The Space-Age Presidency of John F. Kennedy: A Rare Photographic History, as they explore Kennedy’s lesser-known interactions with America’s space program and the race to the Moon.

• Free, thanks to the generosity of the Lowell Institute.

• Register at mos.org/adults.

Book Club for the CuriousThursdays, December 12 and January 9; 5:30 p.m.Free and open to the public, these monthly book discussions focus on science, technology, and their impact on society.

• Location: CIC, 245 Main Street, Floor 2, Cambridge (Note, the address has changed)

• December 12: End of the Megafauna: The Fate of the World's Hugest, Fiercest, and Strangest Animals by Ross D. E. MacPhee.

• January 9: Hello World: How to be Human in the Age of the Machine by Hannah Fry.

• Presented in partnership with CIC.

• For more information: mos.org/events.

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Charles Hayden Planetarium Our state-of-the-art Planetarium showcases a wide variety of original programming, including live and pre-recorded presentations. For showtimes and tickets: 617-723-2500, mos.org/planetarium. Shows run approximately 35 – 45 minutes. Member price: $5.

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FEATURED SHOWS

Destination Mars: The New FrontierDiscover how NASA and its partners are revolutionizing space travel, and explore the technologies that will take humans from Earth back into deep space. With the voice of astronaut and pioneer Dr. Mae Jemison.Produced by the Museum of Science with support from NASA.

Big Bird’s Adventure: One World, One Sky Investigate the stars with your favorite friends from Sesame Street. Featuring special showings with softer volume, lights left up, and relaxed house rules at 10:30 a.m. on December 1 and January 5.

Our winter tradition continues with train-themed offerings throughout the Museum. Start with All Aboard! Trains at Science Park, featuring powered model trains running through various colorful scenes, complete with intricately created décor, buildings, and even people!

Make a Day of It with Trains!

Moons: Worlds of MysteryExperience the spectacular forces at work on these natural satellites, and discover just how complex and wild the solar system really is. This award-winning show was produced by the Museum of Science.

Music Under the DomeFriday and Saturday eveningsUnder the dome, experience one of our most innovative and immersive offerings, celebrating musical icons like Drake and Fleetwood Mac. Coming in January— The Divas Experience featuring the music of Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston, Celine Dion, and more!

Also enjoy Thomas & Friends™: Explore the Rails, a fun, interactive exhibit for young “engineers.” Rocky Mountain Express, showing on the IMAX® Dome screen, takes you on a thrilling ride through the age of steam, and our two 4-D favorites bring you to the North Pole and into the world of Thomas and friends.

These special exhibits are free with Exhibit Halls admission. Free for members. For films, check mos.org for schedules and run times (separate timed tickets required for 4-D and IMAX®).

Exhibit Halls For more information: 617-723-2500, mos.org/exhibits.

Last Chance! BODY WORLDS & The Cycle of LifeThrough Sunday, January 5 Think you know what makes you, you? The Museum’s awe-inspiring blockbuster exhibition uses real human specimens to show the body at every stage of life.

All Aboard! Trains at Science Park Through Tuesday, January 7 Visit classic miniature landscapes featuring model trains, snow-covered peaks, engaging hands-on activities, and a few surprises!

Thomas & FriendsTM: Explore the RailsThrough Sunday, January 12 Interact with the engines and destinations from the hit TV show in an exhibit for children ages 2 – 7 that incorporates STEM learning. Climb into a train cab, flip levers, become a conductor, and much more!

What I Eat: Around the World in 25 DietsA thought-provoking collection of portraits showcases 25 individuals from around the world and the food that fuels them over the course of a single day.

Wicked Smart: Invented in the Hub Greater Boston-based innovations and their creators are the focus of this permanent exhibit.

Butterfly GardenExplore a living exhibit filled with sunlight, plants, and free-flying butterflies. Timed tickets required. Member price: $5.

Thrill Ride 360°Take a ride on a roller coaster you design in this full-motion experience! Timed tickets required. Member price: $5.

FEATURED PRESENTATION

Live presentations are offered throughout the day every day. For current schedules and to learn about our offerings on a given day: 617-723-2500, mos.org/daily-schedule.

Top 10 Science Stories of 2019Every day in December and January; 2:30 p.m. Join us in the Gordon Current Science & Technology Center as we count down our picks for the most exciting and game-changing science stories to hit the news!

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The Perfect Last-Minute Gift!

Give the gift of 12 months of fun, learning, and exploration at the Museum of Science! Right after your purchase, we'll email you a link to a gift certificate you can print or email to your favorite scientists. Plus, you (or your recipients) will be emailed temporary membership cards that can be used for unlimited visits through January 1.

The temporary gift membership card is valid immediately. Please allow approximately three weeks from the purchase date for delivery.

Members enjoy these benefits:

• Full year of free Exhibit Halls admission.

• Free or discounted admission to our special venues, including temporary exhibits.

• Invitations to exclusive member events.

• Reciprocal admission privileges to over 400 museums, science centers, and zoos worldwide.

• Valuable discounts, special offers, and much more.

It’s easy to give a membership: just call our member specialists at 617-589-0180 (9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. daily); go to mos.org/gift-membership; or visit the members line at the box office.

4-D TheaterFor showtimes and tickets: 617-723-2500, mos.org/4d. Shows run approximately 15 minutes. Member price: $5.

Last Chance! THE POLAR EXPRESS™ 4-D ExperienceThrough Sunday, January 12Go on an extraordinary adventure to the North Pole this holiday season on THE POLAR EXPRESS with the 4-D version of the Holiday Classic!THE POLAR EXPRESS and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s19)

Last Chance! Thomas & Friends™ 4-D: Bubbling Boilers!Through Sunday, January 12Join Thomas & Friends in this thrilling 4-D adventure as they encounter big surprises while racing to an exciting celebration on Sodor. © 2019 Gullane (Thomas) Limited.

The Congo 4-D: Life in the RainforestExplore the mesmerizing creatures that battle for space and survival in the dangerous tropical rainforests of the Congo.The BBC and BBC Earth are trademarks of the British Broadcasting Corporation and are used under license. BBC logo © BBC 1996. Photography © Rosie Thomas

New! Octonauts: Amazon Adventure 4-DOpens Monday, January 13 Join a crew of daring aquatic explorers as they encounter amazing creatures in their search for an underwater city full of treasure in Octonauts: Amazon Adventure 4-D!OCTONAUTS™ Meomi Design Inc. OCTONAUTS © 2019 Vampire Squid Productions Ltd.

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Make an Impact TodayYour gift to the Museum will support all programs and exhibits, such as Dinosaurs: Modeling the Mesozoic and Colossal Fossil: Triceratops Cliff, designed to inspire curiosity, wonder, and joy in everyone. Because ticket sales and membership fees cover only 32% of the total costs for maintaining our exhibits and programs, your gift helps make up the difference.

For your gift of $30 or more, you'll receive our limited-time offer of a special plush toy version of Triceratops Cliff!

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EventsFor more information: 617-723-2500, mos.org/events.

Computer Science Education WeekendSaturday, December 14 and Sunday, December 15; 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Enjoy a wide range of hands-on computer science activities throughout the Museum. Interact with robots; learn programming basics; talk to local inventors, computer scientists, and roboticists; and much more!

• Free with Exhibit Halls admission.

The Amazing Nano Brothers Juggling ShowSaturdays, January 4 – February 22; 1:00 and 3:00 p.m.Join virtuoso jugglers Dan and Joel as they provide a comical and unforgettable introduction to atoms, molecules, and nanoscale forces while juggling everything from baseball bats to potted plants—even atop seven-foot unicycles! Who knew physics could be this much fun?

• Free with Exhibit Halls admission.

• Length: 40 minutes.