Science Workshop
Join our all-new science workshops! Each session promotes critical thinking and creativity. Have fun exploring diverse topics and themes. With expert guidance, learners will make informed decisions that shape outcomes.
Free Museum Day
Museums Free for All is back! On Sunday, March 16, 2025, enjoy free admission to over 30 museums across SoCal, including the Columbia Memorial Space Center from 10 AM to 5 PM. Don’t miss this chance to explore arts, culture, and science at no cost!
Although we’re usually closed on Sundays, we are making a special exception for this event.
Family Nite
Join us each month for our FREE Family Nite, where imagination soars and curiosity sparks! This recurring evening event features fascinating talks on space related topics with expert speakers stationed in different rooms throughout the museum. Plus, enjoy full access to the museum’s exhibits, open to everyone for this evening. Bring the whole family for a monthly dose of fun!
Astronomy Night
Step into the world of celestial wonders with us on Astronomy Night! Engage in fascinating conversations about the universe and experience an up-close encounter with the cosmos through our telescopes.
This special evening is made even brighter through our collaboration with Cosmos & Coffee, who will be providing both our guest speaker and delicious coffee to keep you warm and energized under the stars. We are honored to welcome Dr. Dakotah Tyler as our featured speaker for the night.
Join us for an inspiring blend of science, community, and cosmic exploration.
Science Workshop
Join our science workshops! Each session promotes critical thinking and creativity. Have fun exploring diverse topics and themes. With expert guidance, learners will make informed decisions that shape outcomes.
STEM from Waste
Our Girls in STEM Club is hosting an exciting STEM from Waste event where guests will turn recyclables into bird feeders, biodegradable planting pots, and more!
City of STEM
The Space Center will be closed today, as the whole staff will be at the City of STEM Science Festival and LA Maker Faire. Join us at Exposition Park for LA’s largest celebration of all things STEM!
For more information, please visit www.cityofstem.org
Parents Night Out
Take a night off while your kids have a blast at the Columbia Memorial Space Center after-hours! They'll enjoy three hours of engaging activities, games, and open play, plus dinner, snacks, and drinks-a stellar evening of fun and exploration!
Astronomy Night
Step into the world of celestial wonders with us on Astronomy Night! Engage in fascinating conversations about the universe and experience an up-close encounter with the cosmos through our telescopes.
Family Nite
Join us each month for our FREE Family Nite, where imagination soars and curiosity sparks! This recurring evening event features fascinating talks on space related topics with expert speakers stationed in different rooms throughout the museum. Plus, enjoy full access to the museum’s exhibits, open to everyone for this evening. Bring the whole family for a monthly dose of fun!
Astronaut Commemoration
Come remember the astronauts of the Challenger, Columbia, and Apollo I, all of whom we lost on our trek to the stars.
Science Workshop
Join our fun, hands-on workshop where creativity meets science. Explore exciting experiments that let you shape the results. Guided by our expert facilitators, you’ll make key decisions that influence outcomes.
Astronomy Night
Step into the world of celestial wonders with us on Astronomy Night! Engage in fascinating conversations about the universe and experience an up-close encounter with the cosmos through our telescopes.
Parents Night Out
Take a night off while your kids have a blast at the Columbia Memorial Space Center after-hours! They'll enjoy three hours of engaging activities, games, and open play, plus dinner, snacks, and drinks-a stellar evening of fun and exploration!
Early Closure
The Space Center will be closing at 2:00pm in preparation for Apollo Lighting.
Fall Camp
At our Fall Science Camp, kids not only learn about science but also develop critical thinking skills, build friendships, create lasting memories, and kindle their passion for discovery.
Parents Night Out
Take a night off while your kids have a blast at the Columbia Memorial Space Center after-hours! They'll enjoy three hours of engaging activities, games, and open play, plus dinner, snacks, and drinks-a stellar evening of fun and exploration!
Groundbreaking Ceremony
Join us as we break ground on our newest addition, a dedicated home for Inspiration, the historic full-scale space shuttle mockup.
Science Workshop
Join our fun, hands-on workshop where creativity meets science. Explore exciting experiments that let you shape the results. Guided by our expert facilitators, you’ll make key decisions that influence outcomes.
Astronomy Night
Step into the world of celestial wonders with us on Astronomy Night! Engage in fascinating conversations about the universe and experience an up-close encounter with the cosmos through our telescopes.