The Science Center of Southern Illinois, located in University Mall, Carbondale, is a hands-on children’s science museum designed for children ages 3 to 13. Come touch a Tornado, control a River and explore several interactive hands-on exhibits dealing with a variety of basic concepts of science, which entice the user to ask questions of the world around them in a fun and exciting way.

The Science Center is open 10-6 Monday through Thursday, 10-9 Friday and Saturday, and 12-5:30 on Sunday. Admission is $2.50 per person. Children 3 and under, Carbondale Park District Residents and Science Center Members are admitted FREE. Science Center membership benefits include FREE admission to over 200 Science Museums and Technology Centers WORLDWIDE!! Plus, members receive discounts on Science Center Classes, The Science Center Gift Store, Camps and Birthday Parties. “Come Get Your Hands On Science!” (618)529-5431.