The Asheville Museum of Science (AMOS) is Western North Carolina’s home for experiential science learning, discovery, and exploration. AMOS strives to spark the imagination and foster lifelong curiosity.
Explore, Play, and Learn! The Asheville Museum of Science (AMOS) is a growing local science museum with interactive, hands-on exhibits for science lovers of all ages! We are Western North Carolina’s home for experiential science learning, discovery, and exploration. 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.
AMOS has a plethora of science to intrigue the zeal of every learner!
Reserve General Public Admissions here!
*Please note that inclement weather or holidays may affect these hours. The museum is closed on New Year’s Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. The museum will close early (3PM) on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.
Reserve Member-Exclusive Admissions here!
*Member-Exclusive Hours no longer require advanced registration for guaranteed entry. Please note that inclement weather or holidays may affect these hours.
We participate in the ASTC Passport Program (Association of Science & Technology Centers)-please provide valid proof of your ASTC membership for discounts to be applied.
We offer 50% off Admission for members of qualifying organizations (this offer is not valid with other discounts).
Please see Community Groups for information about group discounts.
Week of July 5th Theme: Weather Wonders At AMOS summer camps, there’s something for every imagination! So please have your child join us in fun with hands-on learning that will keep them entertained and engaged this summer. Camp individual weeks will be held the weeks of June 13 – August 8. Register your child for...
As part of our Summer STEM speaker series, Tracy Davids from Defenders of Wildlife will be speaking about the Smokies Safe Passage Project on Thursday, July 7th at 2:00 PM! This event will be held in person in the STEAM La...