OMSI

Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) is one of the leading science museums of United States. It was founded in 1944 and since then it has been able to inspire wonder in the eyes of the visitors. It provides engaging learning experiences for children and adults alike. The OMSI aims at increasing public understanding of science and technology through exhibits, programs, and other variety of learning experiences.

The exhibits and hands-on interactive exercises help the children learn about various aspects of science in an interesting way. In fact, OMSI is a must visit for anyone visiting Portland for the first time. If you wish to include OMSI in your trip then make sure you get the right Portland travel information so that you can plan your trip accordingly.

OMSI's exhibits have gained international repute because of their innovativeness. These exhibits are in great demand and can be rented for a period of time also. They are entertaining and educational and sturdy enough and last long. OMSI claims that these exhibits are bound to increase attendance, drive new membership, and can help boost sales of products.

OMSI official website

http://www.omsi.edu/

OMSI Store Information

http://www.omsi.org/store/exhibitsales/index.cfm

OMSI on WIKI

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/OMSI

OMSI offers a range of educational programs including some travel programs too. The travel programs are known as Outreach programs and are targeted at students, teachers, and general public who wish to take part in the innovative science education. Apart from these educational programs, OMSI also offers overnight science camps for kids and science classes for grades 1 - 8. These are very popular amongst students during summer time. In fact, OMSI offers family camps too!

If you are not staying in Portland, but wish to take your child to the museum then you should have access to all the necessary Portland traveling information. You might wish to book hotels during your stay and it is always better to be proactive on this front, especially when you are traveling with children.

Oregon Travel Information

http://industry.traveloregon.com/

OMSI Science Store

http://www.omsi.edu/science-store

OMSI Address
1945 SE Water Ave
Portland, Oregon 97214

Contact:
Tel: (503) 797-4000 / (800) 955-6674
Email: info@omsi.edu

OMSI Hours:
Tuesday-Sunday: 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Summer Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Days.

Ticket Information for the OMSI:
Tickets can be purchased online. And discounted rates for groups of 12 or more are available. Please call (503) 797-4661 for more information about group pricing.

Adults: $12
Youth (3-13): $9
Senior (63+): $9
Members: FREE