WELCOME TO AMOS

A small museum with a BIG mission!

The Asheville Museum of Science  is Western North Carolina’s home for experiential science learning, discovery, and exploration.  We strive to spark the imagination and foster lifelong curiosity.

Explore, Play, and Learn! The Asheville Museum of Science  is a growing local science museum with interactive, hands-on exhibits for science lovers of all ages. Young learners ages 3-12 will especially enjoy our exhibits and programs that strive to spark the imagination, fuel a passion for discovery and experimentation, and foster lifelong curiosity!

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Curiosity Will Build Us Up!

The Asheville Museum of Science is open for curious minds of all ages. Play, explore, and discover dinosaur fossils, fantastic rock and minerals specimens, interactive climate exhibits, and more.

Support your community science museum by visiting or donating today.

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News, Events, & Insights

Fossil Trivia and Lecture at Dissolvr Brewing

For our Decade of Discovery we’re rebooting our popular Science Pub- with a twist!

Join AMOS and Dr. Ashby Gale from Charleston Fossil Adventures for a Carolina Fossil Night!

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Gifts from the Galaxy

A partnership exhibit between the Asheville Museum of Science and Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute (PARI).

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Sonic Sensation

Come experience our sonic world to closely examine the ways we perceive sound, the physics of hearing, and how to tinker with decibels, amplitude, frequency and sound waves to make your own unique beeps and boops!

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Celebrate Your Special Event with AMOS!

Let AMOS host your special event at AMOS! Whether it’s your child’s birthday or your organization’s celebration, reservations include exclusive use of our STEAM lab and time to explore our exhibits.

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Our Changing World- AMOS' newest gallery space!

Opened April 2025, Our Changing World is AMOS’ newest gallery space. From satellites to storytelling, diverse ways of collecting data clearly show us that planetary change is here and now, so what role does our community play in shaping the visions and solutions for a sustainable future?

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Why you'll love AMOS:

AMOS has lots of fun science stuff for everyone to enjoy!

Become a member!

Annual membership levels

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Curiosity

1 person

 $35 + tax

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TRAILBLAZERS

2 people

 $70 + tax

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EXPEDITION

4 people

 $130 + tax

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EXPEDITION Plus

6 people

 $180 + tax

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Visit our museum store

We have gifts, apparel, toys, and specialty items for all ages! 

The easiest way to show your support for AMOS is by making a purchase in our store. We are proud to offer a beautiful selection of STEAM-themed items that can truly be a souvenir treasure from your visit, an educational activity, or just for fun. Your purchase not only keeps us moving forward and upward but also helps the small, independent, STEAM-themed, and eco-conscious companies we support.

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Support our mission

Donate today!

Your support plays a vital role in sustaining our educational programs, maintaining our exhibits, and expanding our outreach initiatives.

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Be a sponsor!

Together, we can make a difference in STEM education and scientific discovery. Learn more about corporate sponsorship opportunities today!

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