Why science centers matter
Why is Science Central important to the Fort Wayne community? Sure, it’s a fun place to bring the kids when the weather is rotten. But at its core, Science Central is much, much more than just a place to play. Science Central is a catalyst for learning, and it’s a catalyst for learning the most important subjects that employers will need our kids to know to perform work in the future – science, technology, engineering and math, or as they are commonly called, STEM. Careers in STEM are among the fastest growing fields in the nation. However, the United States is trailing behind the rest of the world when it comes to preparing students for success in these fields.
What's New At Science Central
October 2018
- Oct. 3: Little Free Library Artist Chosen
- Oct. 15: Write A Will at Science Central
September 2018
- Sept. 1: Science Central thanks Steel Dynamics for sponsorship
- Sept. 4: Science Central thanks Noble County, Dow Corning Community Fund
- Sept. 5: Science Central thanks Blackford County
- Sept. 5: Registration open for Afternoon Science
- Sept. 11: Sept. AWS Special Abilities Day
- Sept. 11: CORRECTION: AWS Special Abilities Day
- Sept. 13: Science Central receives NASA mini-grant
- Sept. 14: "Don't Be A Zombie" opens in Science Central's Traveling Gallery
- Sept. 24: Science Central hosts Toy Day
- Sept. 24: Join Science Central & Hop RIver for FrankenBrew: The Reveal
- Sept. 25: Sci-Fi Central less than two weeks away
- Sept. 28: Science Central hosts Girl Scout Badge Workshops
School Year Hours
| Sunday | 12:00 pm | - | 5:00 pm |
| Monday | Closed | ||
| Tuesday | Closed | ||
| Wed. | 10:00 am | - | 4:00 pm |
| Thursday | 10:00 am | - | 4:00 pm |
| Friday | 10:00 am | - | 4:00 pm |
| Saturday | 10:00 am | - | 5:00 pm |
Mission Statement
Mission Statement
Science Central is a regional resource that provides inspiring and fun hands-on science education for all people of all ages.
Vision Statement
Science Central will be the premier gateway for informal science education in the region.
About Us
Located in a former powerplant called City Light & Power, hence the colored smokestacks, Science Central is an exciting mix of hands-on learning and engaging fun! We bring the excitement of science and technology to nearly 140,000 children and adults annually. We have served over 1.5 million people since opening!
