Celebrate the 12 Days of Science Dec 21-Jan 1

There is no better way to celebrate the end of 2011 and the start of winter than with a family-friendly visit to Liberty Science Center where we’re celebrating the 12 Days of Science December 21 – January 1 (closed 12/25). With the kids on vacation and out of town guests to entertain, you’ll all revel in our own special brand of wintry science fun!

Daily:
All activities are free with paid admission or membership (except where noted) and include Math Midway where guests ages 6+ will enjoy exploring surprising aspects of math in a carnival-themed exhibition from the Museum of Mathematics. They can even ride a square-wheeled tricycle! (Psst! Great photo opp!)

Also offered daily are a new Live Science Presentation, “Blast Off!” demonstrating principles of rocketry; Pocket Science, where wandering science experts offer mini science experiments hidden in their lab coat pockets; and Insta-Snow® where guests learn about chains of molecules called polymers then use one with unique properties to make “snow” in a great indoor activity. Guests ages 4-8 will enjoy Science Arts and Crafts and the Green Frog Survival Game where they hop across lily pads to learn about life as a frog. Films in the nation’s largest IMAX Dome Theater include Polar Express, Tornado Alley, Hubble, and Born to Be Wild, while films in the Joseph D. Williams Science Theater include Flying Monsters 3D (dinosaur-themed) and The Ultimate Wave Tahiti 3D.

Special Events:
Suitable for ages 4 and up, these are available on different days and include Animal Mythbusters, a live animal show (12/22 – 12/24 & 12/28-31); meeting “Buddy” from Jim Henson’s Dinosaur Train on PBS Kids (12/26 & 12/27); Mathemagician Art Benjamin who’ll teach guests ages 8+ how to do marvelous mental math tricks to astound their friends (Tickets are $5 per person 12/27 & 12/28); the BASF Kids Lab where families with children ages 6-11 do experiments together( 12/27-12/29) ; Penguin Pointers with a live penguin (12/28 & 29), an “appearance” by ancient Greek philosopher and mathematician Archimedes, to teach about creative discovery and insight (12/ 29 & 12/30); and more!

NOTE: All schedules and activities are subject to change without notice and space or supplies may be limited. Activities are available on a first come, first served basis.

Holiday Season Hours

Special holiday hours: December 21-23, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm; December 24, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. Closed December 25. December 26 – 30, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm.

Admission Prices

Exhibition Admission
Adults $15.75, Juniors (2-12)/Seniors (62+) $11.50, Infants (under 2) free.
Combination Ticket Includes Exhibits, J.D. Williams Theater regular 3D, and IMAX® Dome Theater Adults $24.50; Juniors (2-12)/Seniors (62+) $18.50; Infants* (under 2) free. *Please note that films in the IMAX Dome Theater are not suitable for children under 6. Infants under 2 are not permitted in the IMAX Dome Theater.

For more information, please call 201.200.1000 or visit www.lsc.org. Dedicated to providing transformative experiences that connect schools and society with science and technology, Liberty Science Center is the New Jersey-New York City region's largest education resource. Motivated by an innovative philosophy and enabled by a $109 million expansion and renewal, Liberty Science Center is bringing the excitement of science to students, educators, families and adults in engaging new ways and establishing a progressive benchmark for the science center field. Visit www.lsc.org to learn more about Liberty Science Center in Liberty State Park, Jersey City, NJ.