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Museums| Official Website: EcoTarium Location: 222 Harrington Way, Worcester, MA directions Phone:508-929-2700 Hours: Hours Vary see below Ages: Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults In/Outdoor: Indoor, Outdoor Cost: see below |
Others to Consider: Old Statehouse Museum, National Heritage Museum, Museum Of Afro American History, Museum of Natural History at Amherst College, Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of FameA 3-story museum and park in Worcester, MA dedicated to learning about our natural world. Animal exhibits, hands-on exhibits, special programs, sky-walk, train ride & planetarium.
View Ecotarium events schedule.
Skywatch Events:
Be dazzled by the starry skies, magnificent planets, star clusters and clouds. See them like never before through powerful telescopes mounted on our Sundial Plaza. Learn the legends and science of the sky from EcoTarium astronomers in our planetarium. Enjoy wine, cheese and other light refreshments.
The three-season SkyWatch series offers visitors an enchanting evening of stargazing and social mingling in a casual atmosphere. SkyWatch programs are contingent upon clear skies. In case of inclement weather, call to verify cancellation.
Exceptions:
EcoTarium closes for the New Year's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas holidays. In case of severe weather, please call (508) 929-2700 for information on museum closings.
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Tuesday through Saturday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Sunday noon to 5:00 p.m.
Year-round
 Cost | Top |
EcoTarium Members - Free
Adults - $10.00
Children ages 3-16 - $8.00
Senior citizens (ages 65 and older) - $8.00
College students (valid I.D. required) - $8.00
Children under 3 - Free
General admission includes all exhibit halls, wildlife habitats and nature trails.
Other Fees:
Planetarium tickets - $4.00/$3.50 members
Explorer Express Train - $2.50
Tree Canopy Walkway (seasonal) - $9.00
 Location | Top |
222 Harrington Way, Worcester, MA map
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- Museum of Science members receive free admission to the Ecotarium.
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Great Family Destination, Sun 22 Mar 2009
We have been Ecotarium members for several years and it is a great place to spend a day, or a few hours if you are local. We will go probably 12-15 times a year with our membership, plus some of the special events they hold. There are indoor and outdoor activities so it is a good year-round option, particularly for the 2 to 8 year old set. The new Alden Planetarium is great, and they have been upgrading the outdoor animal exhibits. The kids also love to finish up with a train ride! If you go, try to park in the lower lot (take a left after the entrance booth). We then take a train ride which originates from the station located on the edge of that lot. This leads to less fussing and foot dragging when it's time to go!
It's okay, Mon 15 Jan 2007
This is fine for children and there is ample space to roam and discover. However, somehow, it should be better. Granted, the planetarium was closed for renovations when we went - but I wouldn't trek super far for this visit. If you happen to be in the area and are looking for something to do it's a destination. But nothing extraordinary.
Wonderful Time at the Ecotarium, Thu 1 Jun 2006
My husband and our 2 children=Kaitlyn (4yo) and Jaden (2 1/2) had a wonderful time at Ecotarium. The special exhibit was especially fun and enriching for them. It definitely held their interest for a while. And they truly enjoyed the hands-on exhibits.
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