Huge things have been happening behind the scenes! Come check out our new Space Explorer Gallery! The new gallery offers dozens of interactive displays, showcases artifacts in innovative and exciting ways, and brings cutting edge exhibits to Hampton Roads. The IMAX Theatre is newly renovated too! Let us ‘wow’ you from the new floors up to the new comfier seats, new screen, and new projection; all for an even better viewing experience at the LARGEST screen in Hampton Roads!
Purchase tickets in advance here and check here for important information before your visit.
Coming Soon!
The Robot Zoo – This traveling exhibit gives visitors an up-close look at the biomechanics of complex animal robots to discover how real animals work! The larger-than-life-size display of animated robots will find a home in our Flight Gallery from May 22, 2021 – September 6, 2021. Purchase tickets in advance to make sure you don’t miss this fascinating exhibit!
What are YOU doing this summer?!
Summer will be here before you know it, give the kids in your life something to look forward to by signing them up for our out-of-this-world summer camp! Our week-long camps are open to rising K-8th graders and will run weekly from June 21st through August 20th. With multiple themes to choose from, there’s bound to be something for everyone.
Space Explorer Gallery and More!
The new Space Explorer Gallery invites you to celebrate the spirit of exploration through state-of-the-art, interactive exhibits that explore our solar system!
Also check out unique space flight artifacts such as the Apollo 12 Command Module and tons of historic aircraft!
IMAX Theatre – Newly Renovated!
Asteroid Hunters 3D
Venture into deep space for a fascinating look at asteroids, their cosmic origins and the potential threat they pose to our world with this IMAX original film, narrated by Daisy Ridley.
Into America’s Wild
Join us for a cross-country journey to some of the most beautiful, but little-known landscapes of North America. Narrated by Morgan Freeman.
Synchronous Online Programs
Our educators sure miss bringing our programs to the classroom, but did you know that some of our programs have been adapted for online learning? Using Zoom with Nearpod, our most requested SOL-focused programs can be booked for your virtual classroom!
Sigma Series Lectures
Although in-person talks were cancelled from April through November of 2020, Sigma Series lectures resumed in December via the wonder of live-streaming! Click ‘Learn More’ to see what exciting topics are coming up for discussion.
Please Note: Masks are required to be worn in the Center in accordance with Governor/CDC guidelines.
Hours of Operation
| Monday | Closed* |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Thursday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Friday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Saturday |
10:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Sunday | 12:00 pm- 5:00 pm |
*The Center is closed Mondays during the off-season with the exception of the following dates: Dec. 21, Dec. 28, MLK Day, Presidents’ Day, and Memorial Day.
Ticket Prices
| Children (0-2) | FREE |
| Children (3-18) | $16.50 |
| Adults (19-64) | $20.00 |
| Seniors (65+) | $18.00 |
| Members are Free |
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With state-of-the-art galleries, beautiful air and space craft displayed in natural light, and the best STEM education programs in Hampton Roads, the Virginia Air & Space Science Center is your source for exploring the universes of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
Check out our camps, get some tickets, or see what's playing in our IMAX® Theatre at VASC.org.
Every visitor is a huge fan of the new galleries, but the Robotic Arm? A MASSIVE hit!
Do you think you have what it takes to build a structure with this arm? Then get your tickets at VASC.org/plan-your-visit/ and find out!
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James Robert Moss they didn't have this when we went.