Science Spectrum
Established | 1989 |
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Location | Lubbock, Texas |
Type | Science Museum |
Website | ScienceSpectrum |
The Science Spectrum is a science and technology museum and aquarium in Lubbock, Texas. It is a 501-C3 nonprofit educational corporation and a member of the Association of Science and Technology Centers.[1]
The Spectrum features over 250 interactive exhibits, live science shows and the only aquarium in West Texas. It also contains the Omni Theater, a 160-degree domed screen movie theater. [2]
History[]
In 1984, a group of Lubbock residents started visiting science museums across the U.S. and Canada with the aim of establishing one in Lubbock. In 1986, a board of directors was formed and the Science Spectrum was incorporated. The Specture opened on February 11, 1989. [3]
Logo[]
The logo of the Science Spectrum is the prism.[4]
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Coordinates: 33°31′43″N 101°52′36″W / 33.52861°N 101.87667°W
- Science museums in Texas
- Museums in Lubbock, Texas
- Texas museum stubs