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Reuben H. Fleet Science Center

The Fleet is home to Southern California’s only IMAX® Dome Theater and 100+ hands-on science exhibits for all ages. Watch immersive giant-screen films and amazing planetarium shows in the Eugene Heikoff and Marilyn Jacobs Heikoff Dome Theatre and experience seven galleries of fun, interactive exhibits. A 23-passenger motion simulator ride thrills visitors with journeys into exciting realms. Enjoy sandwiches, salads and healthful treats in Galileo’s Café. Find unique educational toys and games, books, IMAX DVDs and more in the Science Store.






Coming Up at the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center:
Film: AMAZON Oct 1, 09 thru Feb 28, 10
A journey of discovery down the mightiest river in the world - the lifeblood for whole civilizations and home to more than 5,000 species of fish ... More
FILM: Under the Sea Apr 1, 09 thru Feb 28, 10
In one of the most beautifully filmed IMAX adventures ever, Under the Sea submerges moviegoers in remote undersea ... More
FILM: The Greatest Places Feb 1, 10 thru May 31, 10
From oceans of sand to frozen deserts, Earth's most dynamic landscapes fill the giant Nanoseam Dome screen with color and contrast. The Greatest ... More
Motion Mania: Move Your Mind Jun 20, 09 thru Jun 20, 10
Discover what makes the world go round with the Fleet’s new hands-on exhibits. Motion Mania is about every kind of motion ... More
Film: HUBBLE Starting Mar 19, 10
Experience a gripping story, full of hope, crushing disappointment, dazzling ingenuity, bravery and triumph. Vividly captured in IMAX, HUBBLE ... More
IMAX en Español On the Third Sunday of each Month
 “IMAX en Español,” a monthly IMAX film screening with the soundtrack entirely in Spanish! This special public ... More
Ongoing Exhibition: Block Busters! Nov 21, 09
By filling a gallery space with 15,000 KEVA wood building planks, the fully interactive exhibition, Block Busters, at the Reuben ... More
Saturday Science Club for Girls: Biotech Boot Camp Feb 13, 10
Girls grades 5 – 8 join the Fleet on the second Saturday of each month to investigate exciting science topics. Each Saturday session will ... More
AMAZING JOURNEYS: A presentation of IMAX en Español Feb 21, 10
The Fleet is the first theater in the U.S. to offer Spanish IMAX® films every month! Witness the most mysterious, spectacular and amusing ... More
Young Scientists Session 5 thru Feb 24, 10 Every Wednesday
Preschoolers age 3–5 and their parent explore the scientific wonders of the world through experimentation, investigation and scientific ... More
Dome Day Feb 25, 10
For one day only, the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center will host special screenings galore!  See the newest IMAX films and the latest digital ... More
Senior Monday Afternoon Scholar's Lecture: Connected: The Surprising Power of Social Networks Mar 1, 10
A fascinating discussion of how our social networks drive and shape virtually every aspect of our lives. How we feel, whom we marry, whether we ... More
Exploring Ethics: Are Vaccines Safe? Mar 3, 10
This ongoing series brings together community leaders of various backgrounds to examine current scientific issues from diverse ... More
Saturday Science Club for GIrls: Voyage to Mars Mar 13, 10
Prepare for lift off aboard the Nierman Challenger Learning Center. Work in teams to solve real-life science, technology, and math problems ... More
Fleet's Spring Camps for Kids Mar 29, 10 thru Apr 2, 10
For grades 1 -2 and 3-4. Learn about exciting topics in science from space to engineering in full-day Spring camps. Participants may sign up ... More
ONGOING: Senior Mondays On the First Monday of each Month
Seniors are invited to visit on the quietest day of the week and enjoy the Fleet's seven interactive exhibit galleries, one IMAX films, and ... More
Planetarium Show and Star Party - Ongoing On the First Wednesday of each Month
"The Sky Tonight" is the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center's monthly live planetarium show, led by a professional astronomer and perfect ... More
Young Scientists Every Wednesday
A new hands-on preschool program for children ages 3-5 (accompanied by an adult). Explore the scientific wonders of the world at the Fleet's ... More
Saturday Science Club for Girls - ONGOING On the Second Saturday of each Month
Fun activities for girls in grades 5-8. Filled with challenges, hands-on activities and presentations by local women scientist, each month ... More
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