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Carnegie Science Center

A great place to learn about science, this huge (five floors) museum has exhibits aimed toward both children and adults dealing with many aspects of science and technology. Some of the highlight exhibits include a model railroad village, an aquarium, a robot exhibit, and numerous theaters and stages for science demonstrations, as well as a large-screen theater. Another attraction is a World War II submarine, the USS Requin, moored in the Ohio River just aside of the Science Center itself.

Address: 1 Allegheny Ave
Hours: Sun-Fri 10AM-5PM, Sat 10AM-7PM
Price: $18.95 adults, $11.95 children; theater shows extra
Website: carnegiesciencecenter.org (opens in a new tab)

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