Lancaster Science Factory — Attraction in Lancaster

Incredible Experience for Cub and Boy Scouts!

If I could give them ten stars for their scouting program I would. We recently took our cub scouts for an overnight at the Science Factory and it was the most wonderful experience. The staff was friendly, courteous and helpful. Whenever we needed something or had a question, they were right there and ready to help with smiles on their faces. They also served us a wonderful breakfast and made sure that we were all comfortable and happy.

The scout program includes an overnight in the factory, where the children are allowed to camp out wherever they want. The scouts are giving a list of science experiments to complete and they fill out what they learned basically. They then receive a special scouting patch for their achievement in science. It is educational, but also fun.

In addition to the science and education requirements, the children are allowed to run, play, explore and experiment at their leisure. This allows the children to discover the wonder of science for themselves and engages them in a fully interactive experience that will delight young minds to no end. Some of the best exhibits include the sound and light stage where children can perform and play, the light and lenses room, the roller coaster building, and so much more.

The fun is endless, the learning is enjoyable and the staff...

The Lancaster Science Factory offers an enjoyable, hands-on science experience to young children to children into their early teens. The science factory is relatively small but contains many hands-on learning activities throughout. Activities include but not limited to physics and gravity.

GROUP RATES: Available for groups of 10 or more ($2 off/ticket 2018 prices)

The Science Factory participates in the Science Center reciprocal museum program.

Several buses of children came in which provided for large crowds in the science center; otherwise, delightful visit.

TICKETS: Prices are the same for ages 3+ ($9.50 summer 2018 price)

PARKING: Free, across the street.

RECOMMENDATION: 2-3 hours for a visit. Good for toddlers, elementary students...

Wonderful set up, my four-year-old greatly enjoyed her time here - especially the parachute launcher. She had a blast launching the little parachute and then catching it, probably 30+ times. The rest of the exhibits are interesting and it covers a wide range of science topics: aerodynamics, air pressure, hydrology, electricity, physics, engineering, optics, conservation, and robotics were some of the many aspects we saw. There are also brain-teasers and a few items just for fun. I may have missed it, but I don't recall any exhibits on chemistry or magnetism. Either way, this is a great place for your kid to get hands-on experience with science - it was very...