Explore our exhibits
Discover five floors of hands-on exhibits. From planets to physics and robots to rivers, every floor has something to ignite your curiosity.
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01/01/2025
EXHIBITS
ALL AGES
Buhl Planetarium and Observatory
Fly to the Moon, journey to Saturn, explore the stars, and travel through distant galaxies—all without leaving Pittsburgh!
Miniature Railroad & Village®
Explore Western Pennsylvania history with this iconic exhibit. All aboard!
USS Requin Submarine
Come aboard this exhibit and experience what life was like inside a real Cold War-era submarine.
Mars: The Next Giant Leap®
Discover the many facets of space exploration and find yourself 300 million miles away on the surface of the Red Planet.
BNY Fab Lab
Get hands-on with 3D printing or laser cutting and other creative ways to be a maker.
Robot Hall of Fame
See a dozen replica robots as a tribute to the fictional machines that inspired the creators of real-world robots.
H2Oh! Why Our Rivers Matter
Exhibit
Explore the science of water in depth through an engaging exhibit that highlights our three rivers and the diverse habitats they support.
Little Learner Clubhouse
Exhibit
Feel inspired—and release some energy—in this hub of hands-on activities for curious minds ages 6 and under.
Bricksburgh
Exhibit
Play the role of architect and builder with thousands of bricks of all sizes.
BodyWorks
Exhibit
Explore the complexities of the human body and exactly what makes us—us.
SpacePlace
Exhibit
Gain a true perspective of what life as an astronaut is really like.
NETL Energy Zone
Test your knowledge of energy consumption and learn real-world problem-solving skills.
Zeiss Model II Star Projector
This iconic, interactive feature of our SpacePlace exhibit gallery was used from 1939 to 1991 at the Buhl Planetarium.
Sports360
Coming Dec. 2025
The Sports360 exhibition takes the science of sports to the next level—more interactive, more immersive, and more exciting than ever. Coming Dec. 2025.
Science of Speed
Coming Summer 2026
Get ready for an all-new, high-octane experience that blends heart-pumping excitement with mind-expanding discovery. Coming summer 2026. Separate ticket required.