WELCOME TO FERNBANK SCIENCE CENTER!

Our exhibit hall is FREE and reservations are not required. Click here to purchase planetarium show tickets online before your visit.

Summer Exhibit Hall Hours - June 1 through July 25
Mon-Weds: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thurs-Fri: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Please note: We will be closed July 27 - August 1 for Summer Maintenance.

Upcoming Events

Fernbank Science Center is Celebrating Dads and Grads this June with Buy One Get one Tickets to the Planetarium
We're Celebrating Dads and Grads this June!

4:00 PM or later planetarium shows on Thursdays and Fridays, all Saturday showtimes. Not valid for 6/4 Cosmic Conversations.

Buy one planetarium show ticket, and get a free ticket for dad or any graduate, from Pre-K to college all June long! Tickets must be purchased on site for this promotion.

Cosmic Conversations at Fernbank Science Center
Cosmic Conversations

Thursday June 4th, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Cosmic Conversations is a planetarium talk series where guest scientists share big ideas about the Universe in an engaging, accessible way.
Designed for curious minds of all ages, these talks require no prior astronomy experience - just a sense of wonder.

Planetarium Sound Bath at Fernbank Science Center
Planetarium Sound Bath

Saturday June 27th, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Bask in the gentle glow of the night sky as waves of sound wash over you. This immersive experience combines the beauty of a star-filled dome with soothing tones to promote deep relaxation and inner calm.

Sensory Science Hour at Fernbank Science Center
Sensory Science Hour

Wednesdays in July, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Join us for a low-sensory planetarium show and calmer exhibits, designed for guests who benefit from dimmed lighting, reduced volume, and a relaxed, low-capacity environment.

Night Shift: Flyers, Howlers, and Growlers at Fernbank Science Center
Night Shift: Flyers, Howlers, and Growlers of the Wild

Friday August 14, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Join us for an evening of discovery featuring your favorite nocturnal animals! 

Our Artemis II Teacher Resource Guide is here!

This guide provides background on the Artemis II mission and includes standards-aligned STEM activities for multiple grade levels, videos, and curated resources that help students explore the science, engineering, and human exploration involved in returning humans to the Moon.

Artemis II Teacher Resource Guide from Fernbank Science Center
Hours of Operation

Mon - Wed: 12 PM - 4 PM
Th - Fri: 12 PM - 10 PM
Sat: 10 AM - 4 PM

Phone

P: 678-874-7102
F: 678-874-7110

Email

FSCinfo@dekalbschoolsga.org

Address

156 Heaton Park Drive
Atlanta, GA 30307