Goa Science Centre & Planetarium
| Place | Panaji |
|---|---|
| State | Goa |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 2001 |
| Museum Type | Science Centre and Planetarium |
| National Importance Museum | Yes |
| Address | Marine Highway, Miramar, Panaji, Goa 403001 |
| Visiting Time | 09:30 AM to 06:00 PM (Open all days; closed only on Holi and Diwali). |
| Entry Fee | Science Centre: ₹30; Planetarium: ₹30; 3D Show: ₹30 (Special combo packages for 3 shows: ₹110; disco |
Museum Introduction
Established in 2001, the Goa Science Centre & Planetarium is a constituent unit of the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM), functioning under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. Located on a 5-acre campus in Miramar, Panaji, it serves as a primary hub for science popularization in the state. The institution aims to inculcate scientific temper through interactive "edutainment" and hands-on explorations of technological concepts.
General Collections
The centre houses several permanent galleries including the 'Fun Science Gallery', 'Mirror Magic', and 'Science of Oceans'. The outdoor Science Park features life-size prehistoric animal models and large-scale interactive physical science exhibits.
Unique Historical Collections
The 'Science of Oceans' gallery is a distinctive collection focused on marine science and oceanography, specifically highlighting the maritime geography and biodiversity of the Arabian Sea.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | The facility includes a 50-seat planetarium (opened in 2012) and a 3D science theatre. It also operates a Mobile Science Exhibition (MSE) bus to reach rural educational institutions across Goa. |
| Artifacts | Digistar 4 Planetarium Projection System, life-size Tyrannosaurus Rex model, and various hands-on physics exhibits such as the 'Infinite Train' and 'Anti-Gravity Mirror'. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details | 0832-2463426 |
| Email ID | gscgoa@gmail.com |