#9 -The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) – Abernethy neighborhood fun
Post #9 of 101 Cool Portland Places: OMSI
The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI), in SE Portland in the Abernathy neighborhood, has always been an exciting afternoon adventure. I walk in knowing there’s something new and interesting I will be walking out with. It boasts something for everyone making it a great spot for a family activity in Portland. I remember seeing a planetarium show with vibrant looking planets and galaxy’s to dream into. There’s Orion’s Belt with a nebula at the end of his sword. OMSI is home to one of the most technologically advanced planetariums in the Northwest and also happens to have a U.S. Navy submarine. Sweet.
The museum traces its roots back to the Oregon Museum of History, Science, and Industry which was started in 1944 in the Portland Hotel. OMSI moved to its current site which was donated by Portland General Electric in 1992. The museum features numerous halls that focus on specific areas of science. The Turbine Hall features exhibits on space travel, engineering, physics, and chemistry while the Life Sciences Hall focuses on biology. The Science Playground is designed for families with children under the age of six. It gives children the chance to explore a variety of areas while keeping them safe and contained in an area where parents can keep an eye on them.
In addition to exhibits, the Museum offers several educational programs including the largest science outreach program in the U.S. They teach innovative science education in Western states as well as offer all day and overnight science classes during Spring and Summer Break. OMSI is open Tuesday through Sunday and Mondays when schools are closed from 9:30 am to 5:30pm. Ticket prices are $11 for adults and $9 for seniors and those under 13, admission is free for members. The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry is located at 1945 SE Water Ave. right on the bank of the Willamette River in the Hosford-Abernethy Neighborhood. For more information check out their website at omsi.edu
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