The Milton J Rubensein Museum of Science and Technology is one of the premier science museums in Syracuse which offers a host of interactive exhibits aimed at making learning entertaining and fun.<
The star of the museum is undoubtedly the Bristol IMAX Omnitheater, where visitors are guided through helicopter rescue missions and taught about the significant roles which these rescue choppers play in critical situations as diverse as relocating endangered black rhinos to delivering humanitarian aid in the war ravaged Sierra Leone. The dome theater, which spans a diameter of 66 feet, makes use of the latest state-of-the-art technology in sound engineering, to allow audiences a complete, interactive experience. You can also stop by at the Planetarium which boasts of a 24 foot domed ceiling and voyage to the moon on the 'Lunar Experience' or learn about the seasonal animal constellations on a trip to the 'Zoo in the Skies.' The planetarium, which has a seating capacity of 50, can also be rented out for special group presentations.
At the Telecommunications Laboratory, you can discover the changing faces of communication through the ages. The exhibit labeled the Morse code and Telegraphy, explores the development of the Morse code from the early telegraph sounders to the modern practice of typing messages on a keyboard and having the computer translate it into the Morse code. The Amateur Radio Station depicts the use of the Internet as a substitute for the Morse code and also educates visitors about how the International Space Station is used to track the position of satellites and receive messages. You can also learn about the remarkable invention called Computers and how it has changed the way the world views video games and flight simulations. You can also venture into a virtual replica of the Wright Brothers' first aircraft or even learn how to fly a Boeing 737.
What's more, you can even have the Milton J Rubensein Museum of Science and Technology come home to you! This is just what the Traveling Science Program offers enthusiasts who want to explore the plethora of alternatives the museum offers, but are unable to make it to the venue. With this program, you can avail of live science demonstrations, bring an inflatable version of the Planetarium into your very own backyard or even participate in interactive workshops.
You can also host your private parties and celebrations at the museum for a memorable experience. With well-trained and extremely cooperative staff and a host of alternatives to suit every budget and age group, you can be sure that your event is as spectacular as you want it to be. The Science Store offers a vast collection of educational material and toys aimed towards developing motor skills in children and also inculcating the spirit of scientific enquiry and exploration in them. You can even purchase a Museum Gift Card for a thoughtful gift for a special someone or even volunteer your services to the museum and participate in their quest to spread scientific education and awareness.
A visit to the Milton J Rubensein Museum of Science & Technology will cost you about $9.50 inclusive of a visit to the exhibit hall and the Omnitheater. You can also call ahead to avail of group discounts if you plan to visit in a group of 20 or more. You can visit the museum from 11 am to 5 pm, Wednesday through Sunday and visit the Omnitheater on Saturday evenings until 9 pm.
For further information, you can call the museum at (315) 425-9068 or refer to the website http://www.most.org .
The Milton J Rubensein Museum of Science & Technology
500 S Franklin St
Syracuse, NY 13202
