Last updated: 4/29/2011
Norwich, Vermont
Address
One Montshire Road
Exit 13, I-91
Norwich, VT 05055
phone: 802-649-2200
fax: 802-649-3637
e-mail: montshire@montshire.org
web: www.montshire.org

Hours

Montshire Museum of Science
Daily
10 AM - 5 PM

Admissions

$12 for adults, $10 for children 2-17, free for children under two and Montshire members.

Museum Type(s)

Staff

David Goudy
phone: 802-649-2200x224
Jennifer Rickards
phone: 802-649-2200 x225
Greg DeFrancis
phone: 802-649-2200x228
Bob Raiselis
phone: 802-649-2200 x221
Beth Krusi
phone: 802-649-2200 x222
Description

The Museum is located on a 110-acre site along the Connecticut River, and the Museums' outdoor environment is a large part of the visitor experience. Science Park is a two-acre exhibit area in a beautiful, park-like setting where hands-on exploration of hydraulics truly becomes an immersion experience. Also outside is a network of easy-to-moderate walking trails for visitors of all ages and fitness levels, and an outdoor pavilion.

The Montshire Museum of Science is a hands-on museum located in Norwich, Vermont, offering more than 100 exciting exhibits relating to the natural and physical sciences, ecology, and technology.

The Montshire Museum is an official visitor center for the Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge.

Montshire Museum rentals offer an unrivaled location with spectacular gathering places indoors and out. Hands-on exhibits and the outdoor pavilion make the Montshire a truly unique and beautiful site for special events.

Mission

"The purpose of the Montshire Museum is to create, awaken, foster, and nurture an interest in and curiosity about the physical and natural world by providing programs, experiences, and exhibits emphasizing real objects and phenomena."

History

The Montshire Museum first opened in Hanover, N.H., in 1974. The "new" Montshire occupies a 110-acre site along the Connecticut River.

Educational Programs

Programs, events, and activities for adults, families, children, students, and educators.

Exhibitions
Museum Events
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