The Catawba Science Center opened in 1975 and is housed inside an old Victorian building. The science center is designed to teach visitors more behind various science fields and includes numerous exhibits and classes to help do so. The Catawba Science Center has a planetarium that plays laser light shows and guided constellation lectures. It also has a large aquarium filled with different marine species. When you’re done exploring the science center, you can stop by its gift shop which sells unique merchandise such as freeze-dried ice cream and puzzles.

Catawba Science Center, 243 3rd Ave NE Hickory, North Carolina 28601, Phone: 828-322-8169

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