A.J. Read Science Discovery Center and SUNY Oneonta Planetarium 42.467094° N -75.06454° W
Description
The A.J. Read Science Discovery Center has been connecting visitors of all ages and abilities to the joy of scientific discovery since 1988. Located in the Physical Science Building on campus, this free, hands-on museum has interactive exhibits, live demonstrations and exciting special events and programming. The Science Discovery Center is open to the public five days a week and accepting reservations for school, scout and other group visits.
SUNY Oneonta’s planetarium, located in the basement of Perna Science Building, has been presenting live shows under its dome for more than 50 years. Thanks to the planetarium's state-of-the-art digital projection system, visitors can enjoy amazing views of constellations in the night sky, take a trip to the other side of the galaxy and back, or watch a full-dome simulation or movie.
Lunch Notes
Lunch must be brought in. We have a lovely indoor atrium garden where students can eat, as well as picnic tables outside when the weather is nice. We have space to store coolers or bagged lunches during your trip. We do not have access to refrigeration.
Bathroom Notes
The buildings with the AJ Read Science Discovery Center and SUNY Oneonta Planetarium both have women’s, men’s, and gender neutral, fully accessible, family restrooms. We can provide step stools for visitors who might not be tall enough to comfortably access the sinks.
Cancellation Policy
Please provide as much advance notice of cancellation as possible. If you fail to show up to your scheduled field trip without notification, your class may not be invited back for future field trips.
In the event of an unexpected school closure (snow day, delayed start, etc), please reach out as soon as possible so that we can reschedule your trip. If SUNY Oneonta is closed due to inclement weather, your trip will also be rescheduled.
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