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McWane Science Center

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User Rating 5 Star Rating

From Tracey

Name of Attraction: 

McWane Science Center

City: 

Birmingham

My Review 

We didn't think our 2 year old would get much out of the McWane Science Center. We were wrong.

There are four levels of exhibit space. Even when it's crowded, you don't have to stand in a line to try something. It's funny to see adults getting into the exhibits as if they were little kids.

Our 2 year old's favorite was the play area for kids 5 and under. There's a giant indoor playground, a soft play area for babies, a big water play area and lots of nooks and crannies with other imaginative play activities.

The top level has some permanent exhibits, but it's the main area for special exhibits. We've been there when the entire floor was model trains and another time when the floor was all about Mr. Potato Head.

There are many exhibits geared toward older children too. Lots of building and hands-on activities. There's a car garage, touch tank, TV studio and tornado booth, to name a few of them.

I could go on an on about all there is to do. Every time we go, we get to try something new. The admission is a good deal, considering you could spend many hours here every time you go.

Attraction's URL 

http://www.mcwane.org

How would you rate the cost of admission? 

Excellent

Who will have the most fun here? 

The whole family

How long did you stay? 

1-2 hours

Would you recommend this to a friend? 

Yes

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