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Michigan Science Center

4.4(3,218)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 3218 reviews (Google rating)Theater Midtown
Open now · closes 1:00 PM
(313) 577-8400 Directions mi-sci.org

Quick facts

Michigan Science Center is a theater at 5020 John R St in Detroit, MI, open Sun–Sat from 10:00 AM. Call +1313-577-8400 for details.

Address
5020 John R St, Detroit, MI 48202
Phone
+1313-577-8400
Hours today
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

About Michigan Science Center

Michigan Science Center at 5020 John R St in Detroit, MI is a science and technology museum for kids, with interactive exhibits, a planetarium, shows and a theater. Live performances and tours are also part of its offerings. The center welcomes children and families, and has a cafe and gift shop on site. It holds a Google rating of 4.4 from 3,218 reviews.

Admission carries a fee, and getting tickets ahead is recommended. Discounts are available for active military personnel. Listed parking options include both free and paid lot and street parking. The entrance, parking, restrooms and seating are wheelchair accessible. Changing tables, unisex restrooms and Wi-Fi are among the amenities. The center also identifies itself as LGBTQ-welcoming and a transgender safe space. For visitors planning around meals, there is a cafe but no restaurant.

Known for

  • Interactive science and technology exhibits
  • Planetarium, theater and live performances
  • Tours and family-friendly amenities
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, restrooms and seating
  • Active military discounts

Popular times

Usually as busy as it gets right now · Typical visit volume reported by Google.

Tue

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 34 of 100, 11a: 41 of 100, 12p: 45 of 100, 1p: 45 of 100, 2p: 39 of 100, 3p: 35 of 100, 4p: 0 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Wed

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 39 of 100, 11a: 54 of 100, 12p: 59 of 100, 1p: 61 of 100, 2p: 49 of 100, 3p: 40 of 100, 4p: 0 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Fri

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 46 of 100, 11a: 58 of 100, 12p: 63 of 100, 1p: 59 of 100, 2p: 46 of 100, 3p: 38 of 100, 4p: 0 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Sat

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 45 of 100, 11a: 69 of 100, 12p: 91 of 100, 1p: 0 of 100, 2p: 0 of 100, 3p: 0 of 100, 4p: 0 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Sun

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 37 of 100, 11a: 57 of 100, 12p: 76 of 100, 1p: 84 of 100, 2p: 77 of 100, 3p: 56 of 100, 4p: 0 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Google rating breakdown

3,218 ratings on Google. Ratings and counts are Google's, not ours.

  • 5★2,073
  • 4★624
  • 3★285
  • 2★120
  • 1★116

What people mention

Topics counted across Google reviews.

  • imax×61
  • planetarium×52
  • interactive exhibits×51
  • live demonstrations×17
  • 4d theater×12
  • laser show×10
  • hands on activities×10
  • dinosaur exhibit×9
  • broken displays×6
  • electricity show×3

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What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “Enjoyed visiting both as a youth and adult with my two daughters.”

    — Lenore Hubbell, October 3, 2026 · google

  • “My family and I had a great experience at this Science Center. We were traveling with a 2 year old and 4 year old. There were multiple areas for kids of all ages. There were live demonstrations as well. The museum kept two very active pr…”

    — Tyke Tenney, October 2, 2026 · google

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Michigan Science Center — frequently asked

Is Michigan Science Center open on Mondays?
No — Michigan Science Center is closed on Mondays.
Where is Michigan Science Center?
Michigan Science Center is at 5020 John R St, Detroit, MI 48202.
What is the phone number for Michigan Science Center?
You can reach Michigan Science Center on +1313-577-8400.

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