Explore miSci's latest interactive exhibits and experiences!

Eye Candy: A Feast for the Eyes

Eye Candy: A Feast for the Eyes

Explore the amazing sense of vision through mind-bending illusions, interactive activities, and groundbreaking imaging technology from miSci’s historic collections. Create your own illusions, see invisible energy, and discover all about light and sight. Created by miSci.

Invention Madness

Invention Madness

Help us crown the region’s number one invention! Sixteen world-changing innovations are going head to head in four divisions to see which one our visitors think is the Greatest Of All Time! Visit miSci’s Lecture Gallery to cast your votes and support your favorites- and get a glimpse into the technological wonders that were made right here in our backyard!

Design Zone

Design Zone

What does it take to create an addictive and fun videogame? How many beats per second does a DJ need to get bodies moving on the dance floor? What goes behind creating a roller coaster or a skate park that produces the most fun and biggest thrills? Discover the secrets behind how videogame developers, music producers, roller coaster designers, and other creative problem solvers do what they do.

Design Zone is an exciting interactive exhibition that highlights the importance of science and mathematical thinking in areas critical to building creativity and innovation: art, music, and engineering and presents the creative concepts behind the processes and tools needed to create a successful design.

On view now in the Jane Golub Gallery

We thank Arts Thrive and Grow that has been funded by New York State, Governor Kathy Hochul and our elected officials who represent our Arts Thrive and Grow grantmaking region.