The Sciencenter is committed to creating a welcoming environment that embraces our diverse visitors. We believe science should be accessible to everyone, regardless of background. Through several access programs, we reduce barriers so that everyone can experience the joy of the Sciencenter.
To learn more about our access programs, visit sciencenter.org/access
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MEMBERSHIP ACCESS PROGRAM
Our Membership Access Program (MAP) provides families receiving public assistance with a free Sciencenter membership. With a MAP membership, families can visit as often as they like. Since launching in 2009, thousands of families have explored the Sciencenter for free.
COMMUNITY PARTNER PASS
We believe that partnerships with community organizations are essential to reaching those who might not otherwise have the opportunity to engage with science in a hands-on, interactive way. Our Community Partner Pass extends our reach by offering free admission through partnerships with key community-based organizations.
This summer, we connected with Youth Group Leader, Meek Adams, at Southside Community Center’s Juneteenth Celebration. Since then, over 50 children, along with their Youth Leaders have visited the Sciencenter for free.
“The Sciencenter has been an amazing and safe space for our kids to explore and learn outside of Southside!”
This is just one example of how our access programs connect our community to science.
LIBRARY MEMBERSHIP
The Sciencenter also partners with local and regional libraries to broaden science accessibility. We provide memberships to participating libraries that patrons can “check out” to visit the Sciencenter for free. Over 40 libraries across the Southern Tier and Central New York regions, participate. This initiative helps make science exploration a community-wide experience.