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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Celebrate a Decade of Discovery

Under the Stars is AMOS’s signature annual fundraiser and one of our favorite nights of the year. Join us on November 6 to celebrate what our community has made possible and help build an exciting future for science learning across Western North Carolina.

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STEAM Winter Break Camp

Join us for a cozy AMOS STEAM Camp this winter break! Each day we’ll explore the meaning of STEAM with hands on activities!

Camp is available to K-5 students on a limited basis, sign up now!

Aftercare options available.

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Mornings at the Museum: Five and Under

Mornings at the Museum is back!
Come join us for AMOS’s littles only event! Enjoy two hours of uninterrupted littles-only time on the museum floor, STEAM Storytime, and more community collaborations to be announced soon! Complimentary coffee and light breakfast are provided, so get ready to start the morning off right with AMOS. We can’t wait to see you...

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Dinner Under Dinos- Parent's Night Out

This fun-filled night includes cheese pizza from a local vendor, free exhibit play, scavenger hunts for special prizes, and an optional kid-friendly movie. Parent drop-off begins at 5:30 pm and pick-up no later than 9:00 pm, plenty of time for you to enjoy a meal and get in a little shopping!

Dinner Under Dinos is for children 5-12. All children...

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AMOS After Hours is back for Halloween!

Coming this Halloween season- are you ready to step into the world of conspiracy theories, local lore, and urban legends?

Join our community of science experts, storytellers, artists and folklorists as we debunk (or bunk!) some of history’s greatest mysteries. What do YOU want to believe?

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A graphic for Under the Stars 2026 with images of musical guest Cloud Circuit and Guest Presenter NASA Astronaut John Casper

Join us for Under The Stars

Join us at Highland Brewing on November 6th for the Asheville Museum of Science’s biggest party of the year – Under the Stars!

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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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Why you'll love AMOS:

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

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Annual membership levels

Curiosity

1 person

$35 + tax

TRAILBLAZERS

2 people

$70 + tax

EXPEDITION

4 people

$130 + tax

EXPEDITION Plus

6 people

$180 + tax

What do you GET with an AMOS membership?

One year of free daily admission and 50% off guest admission (based on Membership Level. Children two and under are always free).

50% OFF Daily Admission at the Gray Fossil Site & Museum, WNC Nature Center and Catawba Science Center

$2.00 OFF Daily Admission to Chimney Rock State Park

10% OFF museum shop purchases

$25 OFF our Science Themed Birthday Parties

Discounts on STEAM camps and workshops throughout the year

Free or discounted admission to over 250 museums and science centers through the Association of Science and Technology Centers (ASTC)*

Notes: person/people 3 years and older.

If you have any further questions about memberships please reach out to [email protected] or inquire at the museum.

What do you GIVE with an AMOS membership?

The gift of learning, exploration, and discovery

Imagination, confidence, and the development of future STEAM enriched career opportunities’

Foundation for future generations to help care for and maintain our planet

Support for AMOS staff and educators to continue efforts of enhancing the community with all things science!

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

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

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WELCOME TO AMOS

Celebrate a Decade of Discovery

News, Events, & Insights

STEAM Winter Break Camp

Mornings at the Museum: Five and Under

Dinner Under Dinos- Parent's Night Out

AMOS After Hours is back for Halloween!

Join us for Under The Stars

Gifts from the Galaxy

Why you'll love AMOS:

Become a member!

Curiosity

TRAILBLAZERS

EXPEDITION

EXPEDITION Plus

What do you GET with an AMOS membership?

What do you GIVE with an AMOS membership?

Visit our museum store

Support our mission

Donate today!

Be a sponsor!

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Thank you sponsors!