Welcome to your Science Center.

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ExploreStore (main lobby)

Oakland Building, First Floor

Find the perfect gift for budding scientists and seasoned science enthusiasts in the ExploreStore. This 2,500-square-foot gift shop offers a variety of apparel, educational products, games, and souvenirs.

Hours:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Hours: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday Hours: 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Online Gift Shop now available!

Want to buy a gift, for family, a friend or even yourself? Did you forget during your visit to get your souvenir? You can now shop online with us!

SHOP NOW!

Children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent, an adult guardian or chaperone at all times in our store locations.

Contact the ExploreStore at: 314-289-4458
Or Email us

Planetarium Shop

Planetarium Entrance

Find the perfect gift for a budding astronomer, scientists and seasoned science enthusiasts in the Planetarium shop. This 800-square-foot gift shop features space-themed items, including gifts, plush, and apparel.

Friday, Saturday Hours: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday Hours: 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Monday, Thursday: CLOSED

Visit our Online Store

Children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent, an adult guardian or chaperone at all times in our store locations.

Contact the PlanetStore at: 314-289-4458

Science Café and The Cup & Cone

Oakland Building, First Floor

Hours:
Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Menu

Gluten-Free Gluten-Free  |  Vegan Vegan  |  Vegetarian

Greens

Green Goddess Cobb Salad Gluten-Free
Roasted chicken, bacon, chopped romaine, hard boiled egg, cucumber, tomato, pickled red onion, cotija, green goddess dressing

Greens and Grains Salad Gluten-Free | Vegan
Chopped kale, quinoa blend, roasted root vegetables, dried cranberry, toasted almond, lemon tahini vinaigrette

Cucumber and Tomato Salad Gluten-Free | Vegan
Spinach, marinated tomato and cucumber, chickpeas, pickled red onion, feta, while balsamic vinaigrette

Handhelds

Served with a bag of chips

Turkey Club
Roasted turkey, bacon, romaine, tomato, pickled red onion, provolone, avocado mayo, toasted sourdough

Hawaiian BBQ Pork Sandwich
House made BBQ pork, sliced pineapple, fresh jalapeno, marinated cabbage, toasted Hawaiian bun

Chicken Caesar Wrap
Roasted chicken, chopped romaine, shaved parmesan toasted croutons, Caesar dressing, flour tortilla

Meatball Sub
Beef and pork meatballs, robust tomato sauce, mozzarella and parmesan, toasted hoagie

Kids

Served with graham crackers, apple sauce, and juice

Mac & Cheese

Cheese quesadilla

Hot Dog

Uncrustable PB&J

Fiesta

Choice of a 12″ burrito bowl

Pick your protein:

  • Cuban braised steak
  • Chicken Tinga
  • BBQ pork

 
Served with: Steamed rice, corn and black beans, shredded cheese, iceberg lettuce, tomato, avocado, salsa verde, sour cream

Pizza

7″ Personal

10″ Gluten Free Gluten-Free
Choice of cheese, pepperoni, or sausage

7″ Specialty Pies
Deluxe: Pepperoni, sausage, onion, bell pepper, mushroom, black olive
Meat Lover: Meatball, pepperoni, sausage, bacon
Rotating: Please inquire about daily selection

Beverages & Snacks

Beverages
24oz Fountain drink *Free Refills!
30oz Souvenir *Free Refills on Day of Purchase!
Bottled Beverage
20oz Dasani Water
1 liter Smart Water

Beer & Wine
Red & White Wine
Domestic Beer
Craft Can Beer
24oz Draft Beer

Snacks
Cookies & Rice Crispy
Candy
Chips and Bagged Snack

The Loft

Oakland Building, Second Floor

Hours:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Hours: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM*
Sunday Hours: 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM*

*The Loft closes 15 minutes after the last OMNIMAX® Theater show begins.

Fermentation Station

Hours:
Closed for the season

BBQ Grill

Hours:
Closed for the season

Plan Ahead

Some exhibits, attractions and spaces may be closed at this time. Please check our daily schedule or call 314.289.4400 for more information.