If you're looking for a place to take your family, then bring the family to the Liberty Science Centre.
If you plan to vacation in Jersey City, New Jersey, the Liberty Science Center is something that you will not want to miss. It has fun for all ages, and there is something new to discover around every corner. You and your family can enjoy a wide range of permanent exhibits and some that are only there for a short time, so plan your trip accordingly!
Permanent Exhibits
Liberty Science Center has a wide range of activities for children of all ages and adults too. The slightly older children may enjoy the Infinity Climber, which is a fun course that has multiple suspended pathways as high as 35 feet above the floor. Younger children will enjoy the Block Party. This blue block park has oversized foam blocks that children can use to build, stack up, knock them down, and do it again.
School-age kids will enjoy the pixel art installation that allows them to create their own work of art by turning various pixels to different colors. It is an excellent introduction to how a computer screen works. The Touch Tunnel allows children to navigate through a tunnel in complete darkness. It builds a greater appreciation for how much we use our sight to navigate around the world.
The Science Center is not just for kids. It has something for adults too. Sure House is a state-of-the-art model house that is the future in storm resistance and energy efficiency. You can also get to know about your relationship with the local environment at the Our Hudson Home exhibit.
Temporary Exhibits Not to Miss
The Science Center has enough permanent exhibits to keep you busy for some time, but they also occasionally bring in a special treat that is only there for a short time. Here are some of the hands-on exhibits that You will not want to miss in 2019.
Sean Kenney expands the imagination with his fantastic artwork created all from LEGO Bricks. This exhibit includes a play area where the children can build their own creations using thousands of bricks. This exhibit is only available June 22 through September 2.
Children can become an archaeologist for the day at Jack Horner's Dino Dig. They can sift through 35 tons of sand to uncover close to 60 fossil replicas, many of which are based on those found by Jack Horner in Montana. Your child will recognize Jack Horner as the famous paleontologist who inspired the Jurassic Park movies. Who knows, they may discover T-Rex bones or even an egg nest with a baby Malasaura. This exhibit is also available June 22 through September 2.
Where to Stay
This is only a short list of the different activities offered. You will want to spend at least a weekend in Jersey City, exploring the Liberty Science Center and the rest of the fun attractions the city has to offer. There are several great hotels in Jersey City, NJ. One popular one is the Hyatt House Jersey City. Every room offers beautiful vistas of Jersey City and New York City, spacious rooms and a host of amenities like a chic rooftop bar and 24-hour workout room. Candlewood Suites Jersey City is a good budget option. It’s right on the Hudson River and offers spacious rooms where the whole family can spread out.
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