Reopens Friday, June 26 for members and Monday, June 29 for the general public. Carnegie Science Center offers four floors of interactive exhibits that are geared for all ages—from the smallest scientists to adults! A general admission ticket to the Science Center includes four floors of interactive exhibits, demonstration theater shows, Buhl Planetarium, Miniature Railroad & Village, Highmark SportsWorks, and USS Requin Submarine. Extra fees apply for laser shows, movies in The Rangos Giant Cinema, and touring exhibitions in the Scaife Exhibit Gallery. Carnegie Science Center inspires and entertains by connecting science and technology with everyday life. In addition to providing valuable scientific experiences, Carnegie Science Center engages in outreach programs that serve Pittsburgh’s diverse community. The Science Center is located on Pittsburgh’s North Shore along the banks of the Ohio River and is accessible to persons with disabilities.
To learn about reopening guidelines and frequently asked questions about procedures related to COVID-19 safety, visit
https://carnegiescienc.wpengine.com/visit/reopening-plans-guidelines/
To learn about fun and engaging virtual programs offered to the community visit: https://carnegiesciencecenter.org/visit/science-activities-and-resources/
ALBUQUERQUE LITTLE THEATRE
ADDITIONAL ACCESSIBILITY INFO: Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, including Carnegie Science Center, welcomes all visitors. We work to assist visitors with disabilities to obtain reasonable and appropriate accommodations, and support equal access to services, programs, and activities. Please note that requests for accommodations should be made at least two weeks prior to your visit. For specific questions about wheelchairs, strollers, or other programmatic or equipment needs, please contact us by phone 412.237.1641 or email info@carnegiesciencecenter.org.
Accessible parking spaces are located in the rear of the Highmark Sportsworks building. Once parked, there is a large blue sign on the side of the main building directing you to the accessible entrance on the ground level of the main building.
An aide accompanying a visitor with a disability is admitted at no charge.
Non-motorized wheelchairs are available for visitors to use at a no cost, on a first-come, first-served, basis. See a staff member at the first-floor ticket counter for availability. A photo ID is required.
We welcome all visitors on the deck of our USS Requin Submarine; below-deck visits require full mobility. A visual tour of the submarine is available in the H2Oh! Gallery.
All theaters are wheelchair accessible. The Rangos Giant Cinema has designated seats for visitors using wheelchairs and their companions with an elevator providing access to this seating.
Noise cancelling headphones and sunglasses are available for visitors to borrow at no cost, on a first-come, first-served, basis. See a staff member for availability. A photo ID is required.
Quieter times vary depending on holidays, school vacations, weather, and other factors.
Sighted guides are available with two weeks advance notice. Most of our exhibits are interactive, hands-on experiences.
American Sign Language interpreters are available with two weeks advance notice.
Closed Captioning and Assistive Listening Devices are available for most shows in the Rangos Giant Cinema. Please contact us at 412.237.1641 or info@carnegiesciencecenter.org to confirm availability.
Service animals are welcome at the museum.
Our museums welcome all visitors. We work to assist visitors with disabilities in obtaining reasonable and appropriate accommodations, and in supporting equal access to our websites, services, programs, and activities. Please note that requests for accommodations at our museums should be made at least two weeks prior to your visit. For specific questions about wheelchairs, strollers, or other programmatic or equipment needs, see Visitor Services at the museum information desk or email info@carnegiesciencecenter.org or call 412.237.1641. The four Carnegie Museums are committed to keeping their websites compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act. We welcome any feedback on how to improve our sites’ accessibility for all users, and we strive to develop websites that are accessible to all.
For policy details, read the Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh Notification/Resolution Procedure .
Ample parking is available. Visitors to Carnegie Science Center, Highmark SportsWorks®, and The Rangos Giant Cinema pay $5 per vehicle during their visit.
Visitor rates are not available while participating in other activities or visiting other locations. Discounted visitor rates do not apply when parking for a special event or commuting to work. If you are visiting the Science Center and participating in another activity on the same day, you can pay the event or commuter rate and remain parked for both activities, pending availability.
If the Main Lot is full, additional Science Center parking is available across the street in the North Lot at the same price as the Main Lot. There is a crosswalk from the North Lot to the Main Lot for your convenience.
Special parking rates apply for all non-Science Center visitors, including commuters and those attending special events such as Pitt Panther games, Steelers games, Pirates games, concerts, and other events.
Please pay for parking using the pay stations, as outlined below.
When you visit Carnegie Science Center:
Special tip: You can use the pay station to pay for parking at the beginning of your visit, as you are leaving, or any time in between. If you are planning to stay until closing time, avoid lines at the pay station by paying at any earlier point during your visit.
During major North Shore events, parking will revert to a pay-upon-entry system, with a parking attendant available at entry.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and from noon to 5 p.m. on Sundays for the general public.
10 am to noon for individuals with a COVID-19 or other health risk on Sundays.
Closed Tuesdays from the day after Labor Day until Christmas, and then from January 1 to early spring.
$19.95 for adults, $14.95 for seniors, $11.95 for children. Includes four floors of interactive exhibits, demonstration theater shows, Buhl Planetarium, Miniature Railroad & Village, Highmark SportsWorks, and USS Requin Submarine. Extra fees apply for laser shows, movies in The Rangos Giant Cinema, and touring exhibitions in the Scaife Exhibit Gallery.