Dundee Science Centre has launched a brand new trail that brings the scale of our solar system to life! The Solar System Trail features nine interactive signs installed across Dundee city, with each location representing either the Sun or one of the eight planets. Beginning at Dundee Science Centre, which…
We’re delighted to introduce annual memberships at Dundee Science Centre, making it easier than ever to enjoy a full year of hands-on science, discovery, and family fun. Whether you’re a regular visitor or discovering us for the first time, an annual membership transforms one visit into unlimited opportunities to…
Fancy a trip to outer space in the summer holidays? With the recent Artemis mission proving that Moon missions are possible again, Dundee Science Centre is taking visitors on a journey like no other! FACT or FICTION: Cosmic Chaos is a gameshow-style experience where children and families can spin a…
Last week, we were delighted to sponsor the Science Student of the Year Award at the Dundee and Angus College prize-giving ceremony. A huge congratulations to Grace Gammie, this year’s deserving recipient. Grace received tickets to the centre along with…
A free hands-on creative workshop will take place at Dundee Science Centre on Saturday 13 June as part of the Dundee Play Festival, inviting visitors to explore a historic, sun-powered printing technique known as cyanotype. Local artist Anna Rooney will lead the session, guiding visitors through the process of creating…
An extraordinary fusion of research, creativity and live performance is set to take place in Dundee this spring as INTERSECTIONS 2026 arrives at the Dundee Science Centre on Wednesday 6 May 2026. Presented in partnership with the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, the innovative event brings composers and academic researchers…
Dundee Science Centre has launched a new at-home learning programme designed to support children beyond the classroom. Our Let’s Talk About series builds on our popular social media videos, giving families even more ways to learn together. Each video is supported by…
Get ready because a brand new science show is launching this spring at Dundee Science Centre! Another twist on our popular FACT or FICTION show series – Marvellous Motion is a live, interactive family show that brings the science of movement to life! Step into an exciting world…
Over the current academic year, the team at Dundee Science Centre has been visiting primary schools across Angus to deliver an interactive Circuits & Electronics workshop – generously sponsored by SSEN Transmission. The workshop is designed…
Last week, healthcare professionals and scientists from NHS Tayside spent the morning at Dundee Science Centre engaging with primary and secondary school students. As part of Healthcare Science Week 2026, staff and volunteers from Ninewells hospital delivered a range of exciting, hands-on activities linked to their specialist fields.
British Science Week is a ten-day celebration of science, technology, engineering, and maths taking place 6 – 15 March — and here at Dundee Science Centre, we’re inviting visitors of all ages to get curious, get hands-on, and get inspired! Throughout the week, we’ll be hosting a range of small…
Last week, Dundee Science Centre welcomed Girl Guides, Brownies, and Rainbows from across Dundee, Angus, Fife, and Perth & Kinross, for a very special space-themed takeover event. Exclusively open to uniformed groups, the centre opened its doors after usual public hours on Monday and Thursday evenings, giving girls the unique…
Dundee Science Centre is celebrating Healthcare Science Week with two exciting opportunities for primary and secondary pupils! This national week highlights the essential work of health care scientists – the experts behind vital tests, diagnoses, treatments, and medical innovations that support patient care every day. To mark the…
Dundee Science Festival came to a close on Sunday, marking the end of three weeks of inspiring science engagement at Dundee Science Centre. Dundee Science Festival is an annual celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM), rooted in the Science Centre’s mission to make science accessible to all. The…
Last week, the Leverhulme Research Centre for Forensic Science transformed Dundee Science Centre into a hub of discovery, curiosity, and hands-on learning – as visitors of all ages were invited to explore the fascinating world of forensic science. The special takeover event featured a range of interactive exhibits and…
An 11-year-old Dundee schoolgirl has won a prestigious award for predicting what AI could look like in 25 years. Cara Tosh from Forthill Primary School was one of nearly 200 primary school pupils from across the city vying for the Dundee Lord Provost STEM Inspiration Award. The challenge invited pupils…
Dundee Science Festival draws to a close this Sunday, and Dundee Science Centre is inviting the public to join us for one final weekend of discovery, exploration, and STEM-tastic fun. Over the past two weeks, Dundee Science Centre has proudly hosted a fantastic programme of Festival events, welcoming thousands of…
Primary and secondary school pupils from across Dundee & Angus were invited to attend STEM Expo here at Dundee Science Centre on Tuesday, 3rd and Wednesday, 4th February. Over the two days, we welcomed over 400 students (from P1-S2) who participated in a range of interactive STEM activities designed to…
Dundee Science Festival is officially up and running, kicking off with an exclusive schools week at Dundee Science Centre. Throughout the week, hundreds of pupils from across the region are set to visit the Centre to explore hands-on exhibitions and take part in a wide range of interactive…
Have you ever wondered how artificial intelligence (AI) really works – and what it could mean for you? Launching on Saturday, 24 January and running daily until the end of March, step into the world of AI at our live interactive family show, where we’ll demystify, decode, and discover the…
Dundee Science Festival is back for 2026! – And the official programme of events has now launched, packed with hands-on experiences, inspiring events, and mind-blowing science for all ages. From interactive exhibits and family-friendly activities to talks, workshops, and live demonstrations, this year’s festival celebrates curiosity, discovery, and the science…
Three employees from Dundee’s EE offices, neighbours of Dundee Science Centre, used their volunteer day to help prepare the Centre’s outdoor spaces for an exciting transformation. The trio, who regularly enjoy the area for fresh air and breaks in good weather, rolled up their sleeves and donned their gardening gloves…
Dundee Science Festival is back — bigger, bolder, and more inspiring than ever! Running from Monday 9th February to Sunday 22nd February, this city-wide celebration of science, technology, and creativity offers opportunities for everyone to get involved in a vibrant programme of events that spark curiosity and inspire people of all…
Dundee Science Centre is calling for renewed investment in the city’s science learning offering as it lends its support to a national campaign to fund and future-proof science centres across the UK. The Dundee visitor attraction and community resource, also a registered charity, is backing the UK-wide ‘Science Centres For…
Dundee Science Centre is turning up the heat this autumn as it transforms into a full-blown crime scene. Running daily from Saturday 4 October until the end of the year, the brand-new Who Dunnit? show lets families step into the shoes of real-life Crime Scene Investigators. With lab coats, goggles…
Dundee Science Centre is inviting families to separate science fact from fiction in a brand-new interactive show packed with fun, surprises and discovery. Running from Saturday 28 June to Sunday 17 August, the ‘FACT or FICTION’ show will challenge visitors to explore the weird, the wonderful and the just plain…
A Dundee schoolboy has won a prestigious award for his innovative exhibition design, celebrating Dundee Science Centre’s 25th anniversary. Callum Niven from Forthill Primary School was one of around 120 pupils vying for the Dundee Lord Provost STEM Inspiration Award, which tasked school pupils to design an…
Over 90 children and their families enjoyed a free science fun day in Dundee! The in-service day event, hosted by the Children and Families Service of West End Campus was held in partnership with Dundee Science Centre and Dundee Bairns. The Science Centre team wowed visitors with an interactive STEM…
The 15th Dundee Science Festival is set to captivate thousands of people across the city next week, bringing science to life like never before, from the streets of Dundee to the mysteries of Mars. Running from Monday 10th to Sunday 23rd February 2025 the festival will bring a host of…
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Science Futures Launches £1.9 Million Initiative to Secure Tayside’s Science Workforce of Tomorrow Tayside’s science community gathered at Dundee Science Centre on Thursday 7th November for the launch of Science…
Dundee Science Centre has appointed a new Chief Executive Officer to coincide with its 25th anniversary. Jill Farrell replaces Isabel Bruce who retired after five successful years in the role. Jill, is a circular economy and business development professional with over 20 years of experience in developing Scotland’s economy and…