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The Science Center is open year-round except for Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Monday - Friday
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday - Sunday
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
The Cox Science Center is a part of the ASTC Passport program, which allows free general admission to other ASTC members who travel 90 miles outside their local area of residency or participating museum for which they are a member.
Valid I.D. and membership card from participating museum must be presented upon entrance. For more information, visit: www.astc.org/passport
- Due to the 90-mile exclusionary zone, Cox Science Center members do not receive admission reciprocity to the Museum of Discovery and Science and the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science and vice versa.
**Starting October 28th, the northern entrance through Dreher Park (coming from Southern Blvd.) will be CLOSED due to the construction and relocation of Dreher Tail North nearest the Science Center. All guests may enter through the south entrance off of Summit Blvd. nearest the Palm Beach Zoo. The Science Center will remain OPEN throughout construction.**
For updates regarding our construction, click the link here to watch us grow!
Science Center Admission Prices: | |
Discounts cannot be combined or used in addition to other offers. Click here to see active discounts and if you qualify |
Adult |
(Ages 3-12) Kids | (Ages 60+) Seniors | Members | |
$26.00 | $22.00 | $24.00 | FREE | |
Planetarium rates are in addition to general admission |
$5.00 |
$5.00 | $5.00 | FREE |
Do you have a group of 15 or more? Call 561-832-1988 to ask about our group rates!
Planetarium Schedule
$5 per person, per show. Free for CSCA annual members. Tickets must be purchased in addition to general admission.
* Shows are subject to change, please call to verify the schedule. *
Show Schedule for 'Tis the Season for Science (November 29th, 2024 - December 22nd, 2024*):
Monday - Thursday |
Friday |
Saturday - Sunday | |
11:00 AM |
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Let It Snow |
Let It Snow |
12:00 PM |
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Solar System Odyssey |
1:00 PM |
One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure |
One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure |
One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure |
2:00 PM |
Night Skies Above the Palm Beaches |
Night Skies Above the Palm Beaches |
Night Skies Above the Palm Beaches |
3:00 PM |
Let It Snow |
Laser Holiday Show |
Laser Holiday Show |
4:00 PM |
Dinosaurs Alive |
Dinosaurs Alive |
Dinosaurs Alive |
5:00 PM |
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Black Holes** |
*Tis the Season programming runs November 29th, 2024 - January 6th, 2025. New show list coming for December 23rd, 2024 - January 6th, 2025.
**Due to our specialty Planetarium show - Mesmerica - our 5pm Black Holes show will be canceled on the following dates:
Live Science Show Schedule:
* Subject to change due to weather or special event. Please inquire with a visitor services associate for updates.
Time |
Presentation | Location |
10:45am-11:00am |
Daily Touch Tank |
Aquarium |
11:45am-12:00pm |
Conservation Conversation |
Aquarium |
12:00pm |
Live Science Demo (Monday - Friday) |
Amphitheater |
12:30pm |
Live Science Demo (Saturday and Sunday) |
Amphitheater |
1:00pm-1:30pm |
Aquarium Feeding (Excludes Monday and Friday) |
Aquarium |
2:00pm-2:15pm |
Alligator Petting (Friday-Sunday) |
Aquarium |
**Beginning January 15th, 2024 STEM Activities will be available at varying times throughout the day. Please check activities and times at the STEAM Cart.
Field Trip Forecast
Please note: Field trips have been modified in size and procedures in accordance with CDC Guidelines.
We are proud to serve thousands of school groups with our exhibits and programs annually, however, we understand some guests prefer a quieter environment when visiting our museum. Here is a weekly "forecast" to help you navigate our groups:
Forecast for the week of December 16th, 2024:
Monday: 55 |
Tuesday: 0 |
Wednesday: 110 |
Thursday: 254 |
Friday: 0 |
Forecast for the week of December 23rd, 2024:
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Monday: 0 |
Tuesday: 0 |
Wednesday: 0 |
Thursday: 0 |
Friday: 0 |
Most groups leave by 1:30 pm. The field trip forecast is subject to change, without notice.
On-site Food Options
- Join us for our weekly Food Trucks on the Trail Friday-Sunday. Please be sure to check the link to see what food trucks will be on-site!
- All food MUST be consumed within designated areas, mainly our Science Trail picnic area and patio. Food and drinks are strictly prohibited in all indoor spaces.
- While outside food is allowed to be brought into the Science Center, this is limited to individual meals, snacks, and food for toddlers and small children. Group-sized orders, platters, or food for large parties are strictly prohibited without prior authorization from CSCA staff.
- Picnic tables or the outside patio area may not be reserved without paying a rental fee. All tables are first come, first serve. Tables may not be held or reserved for large groups or parties unless booked through the CSCA staff.
- Food deliveries (i.e. DoorDash, UberEats, Postmates, etc.) must be received at the admissions desk immediately upon arrival. Deliveries will not be accepted or held at the admissions desk and will be turned away.
Prohibited Items
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Firearms, ammunition, knives, and weapons of any kind.
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Objects or toys that appear to be firearms or weapons.
Animal Policy*
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a service animal is defined as a dog that has been individually trained to do work or perform tasks for an individual with a disability. The task(s) performed by the dog must be directly related to the person’s disability.
- The tasks may include but are not limited to: guiding, alerting, pulling, assisting, retrieving, or performing other special tasks for someone with a disability.
- A service animal is not a pet.
Service animals are welcome throughout the Science Center so long as:
- The service animal must be harnessed, leashed, or tethered while in public places unless these devices interfere with the service animal’s work or the person’s disability prevents use of these devices.
- The handler maintains control over the service animal so as not to excessively or repeatedly disrupt normal operations.
- Any messes/accidents are cleaned up by the owner
*Animals without a leash MUST be kept in either a carrier, bag, or stroller at all times. Non-service animals are NOT allowed to be leashed or openly carried in the owner's arms and will not be permitted to enter the building.
For questions regarding service animals as covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as enforced by the U.S. Department of Justice, please click here for more information.
GBAC
As of January 1st, 2024, the Cox Science Center and Aquarium is proud to have achieved the GBAC STAR™ Facility Accreditation. Under the guidance of GBAC, a Division of ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association, we have implemented the most stringent protocols for cleaning, disinfection and infectious disease prevention throughout our facilities.
Location & Directions
**Starting October 28th, the northern entrance through Dreher Park (coming from Southern Blvd.) will be CLOSED due to the construction and relocation of Dreher Tail North nearest the Science Center. All guests may enter through the south entrance off of Summit Blvd. nearest the Palm Beach Zoo. The Science Center will remain OPEN throughout construction.**
The Cox Science Center and Aquarium is located at -
4801 Dreher Trail North,
West Palm Beach, FL 33405
Phone: (561) 832-1988
Fax: (561) 370-7725
From The Florida Turnpike
Take the Southern Blvd. exit east, past I-95 to Parker Ave. Turn right on Parker Ave. and continue to Summit Blvd. Turn right on Summit Blvd. and at the next light, turn right into Dreher Trail. Continue straight on Dreher Trail to the Science Center.
From I-95 Heading South
Exit at Southern Blvd. and head east to Parker Ave. Turn right on Parker Ave. and continue to Summit Blvd. Turn right on Summit Blvd. and at the next light, turn right into Dreher Trail. Continue straight on Dreher Trail to the Science Center.
From I-95 Heading North
Exit at Southern Blvd. and head east to Parker Ave. Turn right on Parker Ave. and continue to Summit Blvd. Turn right on Summit Blvd. and at the next light, turn right into Dreher Trail. Continue straight on Dreher Trail to the Science Center.
OR
Exit at Forest Hill Blvd. and head east to Parker Ave. Turn left on Parker Ave. and continue to Summit Blvd. Turn left on Summit Blvd. and at the next light, turn right into Dreher Trail. Continue straight on Dreher Trail to the Science Center.
Hours
The Science Center is open year-round except for Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
Monday - Friday
9:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday - Sunday
10:00am – 6:00pm
Prices
General Admission
Members |
Adult | (Ages 3-12) Kids | (Ages 60+) Seniors |
FREE | $19.95 | $15.95 | $17.95 |
Planetarium Shows
Planetarium rates are in addition to general admission
Members |
Adult | (Ages 3-12) Kids | (Ages 60+) Seniors |
FREE |
$5.00 |
$5.00 | $5.00 |
Conservation Course Mini Golf
Mini Golf rates are included in general admission during Phase 1 reopening
Members |
Adult | (Ages 3-12) Kids | (Ages 60+) Seniors |
$5 member adult $4 member child |
$6 |
$5 | $6 |
**Members receive a complimentary allotment of golf passes with valid membership.
Location & Directions
The Cox Science Center and Aquarium is located at -
4801 Dreher Trail North,
West Palm Beach, FL 33405
Phone: (561) 832-1988
Fax: (561) 370-7725
From The Florida Turnpike
Take the Southern Blvd. exit east, past I-95 to the Dreher Park entrance on the right. Turn in Dreher Park and follow Dreher Trail to the Cox Science Science Center and Aquarium.