Fernbank Science Center

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About

Fernbank Science Center is a free public science facility operated by DeKalb County Schools, featuring a planetarium, observatory, exhibit hall, and outdoor nature trail. All programming is free and open to the community.

Features & Attractions

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Planetarium Shows

Experience

Planetarium programming that gives Fernbank Science Center unusually strong free or low-cost family learning value.

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Free planetarium and science hall

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Fernbank Science Center combines science exhibits and planetarium programming in one free family education stop.

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Science Exhibit Halls

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Interactive science exhibits that work well for school-break and rainy-day family visits.

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Observatory and free learning anchor

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Its observatory and public-learning focus make Fernbank Science Center one of the stronger low-cost STEM anchors in the metro.

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Plan Your Visit

General admission and parking are free. Current operating hours vary by season, so confirm the official calendar before visiting; planetarium shows are separately ticketed, and public observatory viewing is free only on clear Thursday/Friday evenings with day-of phone confirmation.