Our Place in a Changing Climate
- Adults, Children, Teens, Seniors
- Included with General Admission
- 3rd Floor
- Content Themes: Chemistry, Climate Changes, Earth, Ecology, Energy, Engineering & Technology, Environmental Science, Human Endeavors, Prehistoric Ecosystems, Regional Science, Weather
Our Place in a Changing Climate
Climate Change in Western Pennsylvania
Step inside a space for visitors to engage with science we see in the news. “Our Place in a Changing Climate” explores how a global issue is shaping life right here in Western Pennsylvania — from heavier rains and flooding to rising temperatures and shifting landscapes.
This immersive, interactive exhibition at Kamin Science Center connects big ideas to local impact — inviting you to play, explore, and talk about the future of our region.
“Climate change can feel like a global problem, but this exhibit helps people understand what it means right here in Western Pennsylvania.”
See it. Test it. Talk about it.
Explore how communities can adapt and build resilience
Interactive Stations
Carbon Sources & Sinks Dioramas
Carbon Sources & Sinks Dioramas
Discover how carbon moves through our built and natural environment
Sustainable House Puzzle
Explore ways households can lower their carbon footprint
Sustainable House Puzzle
Permeable Landscape Activity
Permeable Landscape Activity
Landslide Simulation
Experiment with tools to save a hillside from heavy rain
Landslide Simulation
Community Conversation Table
Community Discussion Tables
Share perspectives and ask questions with others
Response Zone
Make your own commitment to a greener future and read reflections from fellow visitors
Response Zone
Make your own commitment to a greener future and read reflections from fellow visitors
The Pittsburgh Dream Zone
Look out over the city — and look ahead.
In the Pittsburgh Dream Zone, you’re invited to imagine—and draw—what a climate-resilient Pittsburgh could become.
A New Era of Science Engagement
This exhibition was created through Kamin Science Center’s Rapid Science Engagement Initiative (RSEI) — an effort focused on helping the public engage with timely, relevant scientific topics.
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