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- Movies & Documentaries
  Into America's Wild
  
  Into America's Wild [Other]
  
  Step off the beaten path
  
  The Search for the Hidden Wonders of Nature. Step off the beaten path with Into America’s Wild, a visually stunning cross-country adventure into the hidden wonders of the natural world. A non-stop ride via kayak, bike, train, hot air balloon, zipline...
  
  Turtle Odyssey
  
  Turtle Odyssey [Other]
  
  Bunji's Big Adventure
  
  Turtle Odyssey tells the heartwarming story of one tiny sea turtle’s big adventure. Based in Australia and narrated by Russell Crowe, Turtle Odyssey explores the unique lifecycle of an Australian green sea turtle named Bunji and her incredible journey...
  
  Antarctica
  
  Antarctica [IMAX]
  
  What happens here affects us all
  
  It is a land of mystery and yet what happens here affects every single one of us. With never-before seen footage, Antarctica brings audiences to the farthest reaches of this wild and majestic continent. It is the coldest, driest and windiest place on...
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- Exhibitions
  Sustainable City
  
  Sustainable City
  
  by Studio X
  
  Can you imagine a sustainable San Diego? Sustainable City by Studio X is a city designed to improve its environmental impact through urban planning. Picture a city with more green spaces, increased use of solar energy and fewer cars. Join us in Studio...
  
  Snow
  
  Snow
  
  Tiny Crystals, Global Impact
  
  GET TICKETS Explore the vital role that snow plays in our global climate system and the availability of water resources through exciting interactives. Peek inside the snowpack to discover how it changes over time and the animals that make it their home....
  
  Going Places
  
  Going Places
  
  The Technology of Transportation
  
  GET TICKETS Travel the world with the Fleet Science Center in Going Places. Through engaging interactives, explore how different modes of transportation have shaped society. Discover how gravity, wind, currents, waves, friction and changing...
  Permanent Exhibitions
  The Fleet has multiple exhibitions on permanent display.
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- Events
  Senior Monday
  
  Senior Monday
  
  On the first Monday of every month, seniors can enjoy all the Fleet has to offer! Seniors 65 and better enjoy a show in the Heikoff Giant Dome Theater and the opportunity to attend an engaging lecture about exciting scientific topics—all at...
  
  The Sky Tonight
  
  The Sky Tonight
  
  Monthly Astronomer-Led Planetarium Show
  
  */ Join us for a tour of the solar system narrated by the Fleet’s resident astronomer. Journey through the cosmos with us as we explore a new topic each month. Presentations begin with the latest news in the fields of Space Science and Astronomy,...
  
  Sunday Science Club
  
  Sunday Science Club
  
  Hands-On Workshops for Kids in Grades 5-8
  
  Registration is Open! The Fleet Science Center offers Science Clubs for grades 5-8! Each session will be filled with new challenges, hands-on activities that can done using materials found in your home and has challenges for students of all ages....
  
  Junior Science Club
  
  Junior Science Club
  
  Kids in Grades 1-4 Investigate Exciting Science Topics
  
  Join us on the third Saturday of each month to investigate exciting science topics. Sessions are filled with new challenges, hands-on activities and interaction with local scientists. Throughout the year, kids will explore an array of fields including...
  
  Accessibility Mornings
  
  Accessibility Mornings
  
  Early access to galleries at 9 a.m. Special film screening at 10 a.m. The Fleet Science Center invites guests who would benefit from a low-sensory experience to the Accessibility Mornings. On the third Saturday of every month, visitors can...
  
  Sharp Minds
  
  Sharp Minds
  
  Explore Exciting Topics With Local Scientists and Researchers
  
  Sharp Minds Lecture Series Start the month the smart way, by attending a Sharp Minds lecture at the Fleet Science Center. At Sharp Minds, you’ll hear from local scientists about their latest research and discoveries in a friendly, inviting...
  
  Young Scientists
  
  Young Scientists
  
  Preschool Science Program
  
  Registration for Fall 2022, Opens July 1st! Back and In-Person Enjoy hands-on science with your young scientist. Each four-week session provides developmentally appropriate, informal learning experiences that support and enhance exploration,...
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1875 El Prado
Balboa Park
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 238-1233

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