Know Before You Go
Know Before You Go
The Day of Your Visit
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Check-In is located on the Ground Floor of the Science Center in the Group Services area.
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Upon arrival (Monday-Friday) you will receive a short orientation.
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If you are bringing in bag lunches, our staff will direct you to your storage space and provide you with a scheduled lunch time. Scheduled lunch times apply Monday-Friday.
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If packing bag lunches, put them in boxes or coolers labeled with your group name.
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The storage area is not refrigerated and no microwaves are available, so please plan accordingly.
Where and How to Park
Parking for large school buses and coach buses is complimentary (subject to availability).
are included in your confirmation. Please share this with your driver before your visit. Our Group Services staff will assist the driver with parking directions upon arrival. Parking for passenger/school vans and personal vehicles is $6 per day.
If bringing a personal vehicle, please park in the Science Center lot before visiting the Group Services area.
Group Services and Check-In is located on the Ground Floor, directly under the main entrance. Buses with a maximum height of 12’ may drive up to Group Services Entrance for quick drop-off/pick-up.
Don’t Wait Until Showtime to Order Rangos Concessions!
Order Before Your Visit
For convenience, groups of 15 or more can preorder boxed lunches from our RiverView Café through our on-site catering partner, Culinaire. With preordered lunches ready upon arrival, you can skip the hassle of packed meals and lines—all at a great price! Payment is due before your visit via one check or a single credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover). A member of the Culinaire Catering Team will contact you about payment. Please note that all items are subject to a 7% sales tax. If your group is tax-exempt, proof of exemption is required. Payment for your group reservation is separate from your boxed lunch payment to Culinaire.
Preorder your boxed lunches at least two weeks before the day of your scheduled visit. Keep in mind you must make a group visit reservation before ordering boxed lunches.
Our boxed lunches can accommodate dietary restrictions. Please specify any needs (e.g., “five salads with no cheese”) on the online order form. To order, please contact Ava Zende, Catering Sales Director, at 412.237.1666 or AZande@ciemail.com.
Educator Preview
Kamin Science Center invites PreK-12 educators to explore the Science Center prior to field trips. Educators who teach PreK-12 in a school in Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, Maryland, or New York, are eligible for one free admission, once a year, prior to a group booking. Use this visit to familiarize yourself with our offerings and prepare for an upcoming field trip.
To take advantage of the Educator Preview, bring your school educator ID to the Science Center on the day that you plan to preview.
Please note: Valid for general admission only. Special exhibitions, Rangos Giant Cinema films, laser shows, and other fee-based programs are not included. Not valid for group trips or field trips. Free visit cannot be used on the day of your field trip. Valid only for PreK-12 educators from schools located in the following states: Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, New York, and Maryland. No cash value. Not transferable.