An evening at OMSI to celebrate the local Black community
Join neighbors and friends at OMSI for the fifth-annual Black Community Science Night!
Visitors of all ages can explore the museum after hours while also interacting with hands-on science demonstrations, local vendors and educators, and cultural celebration. The evening is dedicated to the local Black community, though all are welcome!
OMSI Members receive a 15% discount
Tickets
Black Community Science Night General Admission
$10 Adults, $8 Youth/Seniors | 15% OMSI member discount
Includes access to:
-OMSI’s permanent exhibits
–Turbine Hall
-Special activities
-Performances
-Planetarium shows
-Local Vendors
Black Community Science Night GA + TITANIC Admission
$17 Adults, $15 Youth /Seniors | 15% OMSI member discount
Includes access to:
-OMSI’s featured exhibit, TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition
-OMSI’s permanent exhibits
–Turbine Hall
-Special activities
-Performances
-Planetarium shows
-Local Vendors
Featured Exhibits
TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition
Step back to April 1912 and assume the role of a passenger on the Ship’s first and final journey. With more than 100 authentic artifacts recovered from the wrecksite, guests are immersed in life on board the Titanic and the deeply human stories behind one of history’s most enduring legends.
This exhibition requires a separate ticket beyond standard Community Science Night GA entry. Tickets are an additional $7 (with discounts for OMSI members).
A dynamic, hands-on exhibit space where visitors explore real-world science through interactive challenges like building, testing, and designing solutions to environmental and engineering problems.
Natural Science Hall
OMSI’s renovated Natural Science Hall will be open! This hall has been turned into a dynamic space aimed at deepening public understanding of climate related challenges and community-level actions
Attractions
Vendors | See below for a full list of community vendors that will be tabling around the museum.
Science Demos | See below for the interactive science experiments!
Science Playground | Open 6:00-8:00pm for ages 0-6.
Performances | Check out the Turbine Hall Stage for cultural performances.
The Mezz | Check out OMSI’s tech space for teens! Open 6:00-8:00 pm.
OMSI Photo Booth | Take a photo to commemorate your time at the museum and send it to your friends!
Science Demonstrations
Elephant’s Toothpaste | A live stage demonstration of some foamy science!
Lego Building Challenge | Get your hands on some bricks and see if you can build a structure to match our challenges.
Lycopodium Flares | Another live stage demonstration of flashy chemical reactions.
Microscopes | Come get a closer look at the world of the very small.
Timed Activities
The Mezz
6:00 – 9:00 pm | The Mezz is a safe out-of-school spot just for ages 13-18, where you can create alongside mentors and other teens to explore your own ideas, develop skills, and express yourself through technology.
Science Playground
6:00 – 8:00 pm | This hall is designed for children ages birth through 6 and their families to practice science skills.
Storytime details to come!
Kendall Planetarium
6:30 pm | Starry Nights Live
7:05 pm | Infinity Express
7:40 pm | Laser Michael Jackson
8:15 pm | Laser Bob Marley
Food/Bev Samplers
Check back soon for more details!
Community Vendors
Check back soon for more details!
Food + Beverage
We will have two food trucks available for purchase plus OMSI’s Empirical Cafe will be open with sandwiches, snacks and drinks.
Questions? Email events@omsi.edu. Ticketing questions call 503.797.4000 x0
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions? Email events@omsi.edu or call 503.797.4000 x0.
This event is kid/family friendly, and inclusive of anyone interested in attending.
We will have two food trucks available for purchase plus OMSI’s Empirical Cafe will be open with sandwiches, snacks and drinks.
Parking will be free for this event.
Visiting Soon?
OMSI is committed to making science-fueled fun available for all in our community. We are proud to offer admission assistance, financial aid, and accessible services throughout the museum. Explore access resources and amenities for guests visiting the museum.
