Adventure Science Center

For over 70 years, Adventure Science Center (sometimes still known lovingly as the Cumberland Science Center by locals) has brought science to life for children & families in Middle Tennessee, Southern Kentucky, Northern Alabama and beyond. The center offers hands-on, interactive exhibits and engaging programs that encourage children of all ages to explore how science, invention and innovation affect their lives. Adventure Science Center encourages imagination and curiosity, and engages the senses in the fascinating world of science. The Science Center also houses the Sudekum Planetarium, offering world-class programs on astronomy and other sciences on a 63-foot dome.

Current hours (through October 31, 2021) Thursday – Monday, 10am to 3pm and Saturdays, 10am to 6pm.

More time for Adventure starting November 1, 2021: Friday hours extending! Starting November 1st, Adventure Science Center will be open until 6pm on Fridays. 

Heading into the holiday season (starting November 1, 2021), ASC hours are as follows:
Thursday through Monday 10am-3pm
Friday 10am-6pm
Saturday 10am-6pm with Member’s Only Hour 9am-10am.
Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Source: Adventure Science Center