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Black History in Pittsburgh: Exhibit Spotlight

Several models of icons in Pittsburgh’s Black history are featured in our Miniature Railroad & Village® exhibition. Read more to discover the impact of these buildings and the people who shaped history within them. Learn More

A boy staring intently at train coming through a mountain in the Miniature Railroad & Village exhibit.

Black History in Pittsburgh: Exhibit Spotlight

Several models of icons in Pittsburgh’s Black history are featured in our Miniature Railroad & Village® exhibition. Read more to discover the impact of these buildings and the people who shaped history within them.

A photo of Dana Bolles, a NASA space flight engineer.

Supporting Gender Equity and LGBTQIA+ Inclusion

In 2020, Kamin Science Center was awarded a Gender Equity Grant through the IF/THEN® initiative to support the museum’s efforts to address gender equity in museums.

A woman and her son take a picture at the Science Center.

Kamin Science Center Celebrates Community

Through commitment and action, Carnegie Museums strives to create and maintain a welcoming and inclusive organizational culture that respects and values differences and cultivates an environment where all staff and visitors are welcome and encouraged to participate.

Sailors aboard the USS Requin (SS 481) submarine

What is the history of USS Requin (SS 481)?

On a frigid New Year’s Day morning in 1945, the nearly completed hull of the U.S. Navy’s newest submarine, USS Requin (SS 481), entered the water for the first time. Read more to dive deeper into the history of this exhibition.

USS Requin (SS 481) submarine in open water.

How have submarines evolved?

Today’s submarines are a culmination of 250 years of advancing science and technology. Read more to learn how they evolved over that time.

A family participating in a solar eclipse viewing event

Check Out Our Compilation of Astronomy Resources

Want to learn more about the universe? Check out our compilation of resources to continue exploring.

What is Kamin Science Center’s E-Motion Cone?

Have you ever wondered what the E-Motion Cone on top of Kamin Science Center means? Read more to find out!

How does a submarine dive?

How does a submarine dive? Read more to discover the science behind it!

What are the features of USS Requin (SS 481) submarine?

Read more to discover USS Requin (SS 481) submarine’s key features, from its length and weight to its many compartments.

What is the historical context of our “H₂Oh! Why Our Rivers Matter” exhibit?

For decades, Pittsburgh’s rivers were used for waste disposal, resulting in environmental consequences. Read more to find out how river conditions have improved over time.

Learn More About Environmental and Conservation Resources in Our Region

Interested in learning more about water science in our region? Check out our compilation of resources.

Autumn Astro Calendar – September, October, November 2024

From moons to planets to stars, our Autumn Astro Calendar features everything you need to know about what’s happening in our sky in the coming months.

The History of the Zeiss II Star Projector

Now featured in Kamin Science Center’s SpacePlace exhibition, the Zeiss II Star Projector was once the star of Buhl Planetarium. Read more to discover the history behind the projector and how it worked!

Question mark formed by various pills over a yellow background.

Myths and Misconceptions: Is Vitamin A a Cure-All for Measles?

With measles cases on the rise in the United States, some people are looking for alternatives to vaccination, but vitamin A is not a substitute for vaccination.

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