Nonprofit

McWane Science Center

Birmingham, AL
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www.mcwane.org

  • Mission

    To spark wonder and curiosity about our world through hands-on science experiences.

    About Us

    McWane Science Center is the cornerstone of Birmingham, Alabama's downtown revitalization. This state-of-the-art museum is housed in the historic and refurbished Loveman's department store building.

    In 1998, Discovery Place and Red Mountain Museum merged to create a stimulating interactive science museum now called McWane Science Center.

    McWane Science Center, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, gets its name from the McWane family and McWane Foundation, sources of funding that made the center a reality for Birmingham and the region.

    Designed to inspire a life-long love of learning, McWane Science Center has welcomed millions of visitors since opening its doors in 1998. Explorers -- from ages 1 to 100 -- flock year-round to see, to hear, to touch, and to experience the wonder of science in one of the South's most unique venues.

    All volunteer application sizes can be found here: https://mcwane.org/volunteer/

    Cause Areas Include

    • Community Development
    • Education
    • Science & Technology
    • Volunteering

    Location & Contact

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