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Natural Science Center of Greensboro

Features hands-on exhibits, a zoo, and a planetarium as well as a dinosaur exhibit and a Gem and Mineral Gallery.

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  • Lesson plan: Learning about rocks In this lesson, students will be engaged in hands-on experiences while they explore rocks.
  • Lesson plan: Rocks really rock! A lesson on the classification of rocks This lesson will help students classify various rocks according to specified criteria. It will also help students classify a given rock using selected mineral identification tests. Students will use a graphic organizer to display their findings.
  • Lesson plan: Exploring the solar system The purpose of this lesson is to introduce students to earth's moon and the eight other planets in our solar system. Students will learn about the geology, composition and orbits of other planets by planning a trip to another planet.

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  • Hanging Rock State Park: Students will learn about the Sauratown Mountains and the Saura Indians for which the mountains were named at Hanging Rock State Park. Ranger led programs are available for class field trips which correlate to the North Carolina curriculum for 5th through 8th grades.

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The Science Center provides many programs that will stimulate learning in students. There are exhibits that feature robots and the insect world. There is a zoo with an aquarium and herpetarium. The planetarium features the solar system, astronomy, and star travelers. School programs have exciting science presentations for students K-8. In addition, the center will bring exciting programs to area schools.

Call 336-288-3769 ext. 315 to make a reservation to visit the center. The Center’s hours are 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday through Saturday and 12:30 pm - 5:00 pm on Sunday. Admission is $8 for adults and $7 for children/seniors. Children ages 2 and under are free.

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