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Discovery Museum and Planetarium

Discovery Museum and Planetarium is a science & technology museum & planetarium in Bridgeport, Connecticut. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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About this museum

What is Discovery Museum and Planetarium?

The Discovery Science Center and Planetarium is a children's science museum in Bridgeport, Connecticut, that serves as both a tourist destination and an educational resource for area schools. The Discovery Science Center provides educational programs, planetarium presentations, the Challenger Learning Center, Science on a Sphere and a variety of permanent and traveling exhibits, to increase science awareness among the area's children.

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Museum details

Name
Discovery Museum and Planetarium
Type
Science & Technology Museum & Planetarium
City
Bridgeport
State
Connecticut
Website
http://www.discoverymuseum.org
IMLS Museum ID
8400900133
Coordinates
41.21432, -73.23341
What kind of museum is Discovery Museum and Planetarium?

Discovery Museum and Planetarium is classified as a science & technology museum & planetarium in the IMLS Museum Data Files. Browse more science & technology museum & planetariums →

Where is Discovery Museum and Planetarium located?

Discovery Museum and Planetarium is located in Bridgeport, Connecticut at approximately 41.21432, -73.23341. See the map above.

Does Discovery Museum and Planetarium have a website?

Yes — the IMLS record lists http://www.discoverymuseum.org. Hours and admission can change, so check the official site before you visit.

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