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Maryland Science Center

The Maryland Science Center (MSC), located in Baltimore's Inner Harbor, opened to the public in 1976. It includes three levels of exhibits, a planetarium, and an observatory. It was one of the original structures that drove the revitalization of the Baltimore Inner Harbor from its industrial roots to a thriving downtown destination. In 1987, an IMAX theater was added, but the museum continued to show its age as the end of the 20th century approached. In May 2004, a large addition to the property was opened, and the modernized hands-on exhibits now include more than two dozen dinosaur skeletons. Subjects that the center displays include physical science, space, and the human body.

Exhibits
;Dinosaur Mysteries :This exhibit includes full scale, full body models of two dinosaurs — Astrodon (Maryland's state dinosaur) and Acrocanthosaurus — and full scale replica skeletons of Giganotosaurus, Albertosaurus, Tyrannosaurus, Herrerasaurus, Tarbosaurus, and Compsognathus. It also includes a section where guests can go on a mock paleontological dig to uncover an Iguanodon skeleton. ;Newton's Alley :This exhibit features hands-on physical science related demonstrations including a "Bernoulli blower," "inertia table," and other similar things. ;Science & Main :Visitors can solve challenges and explore physics such as flying a paper airplane and building with large blocks. ;Science Aglow :This exhibit allows guests to experiment with the optics and physics of light. ;You – The Inside Story :This exhibit shows guests what senses the inside of the human body is used. It includes a bed of nails which guests can try out. ;SciLab :A laboratory for 8 to 9-year-old children, where they can conduct science experiments. ;Our Place in Space :Shows guests different aspects of the Solar System, the galaxy, and the universe. It features a revolutionary new piece of technology designed by NOAA called Science on a Sphere. Live presentations on Earth and space are offered daily on the sphere. The Davis Planetarium is also located within this exhibit. ;Power Up :This exhibit shows guests how electric energy is used in everyday lives. ;Math in Nature :This exhibit features interactive activities that shows how nature relies on math. ;The Kids Room :A room for children 8 and younger and their families, which includes a water table, a mock ship, and other activities for young children. ;The Shed :A Do it yourself workshop where visitors can create inventive objects. ;The Demonstration Stage :The Demo stage features live science demonstrations including ones about inertia, static electricity, liquid nitrogen, chemical reactions, combustion reactions, space technology, and other topics. ;SpaceLink :The SpaceLink offers visitors a chance to find out the latest news on space. Visitors can ask exhibit staff questions about upcoming satellite missions and much more . ==Gallery==
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Image:msc_fg01.jpg|Lobby Image:msc_fg02.jpg|T. rex in Dinosaur Mysteries Image:msc_fg03.jpg|Exploring sound waves in Newton's Alley ==Awards and Scholarships for Maryland Residents==
Awards and Scholarships for Maryland Residents
The Maryland Science Center annually recognizes and celebrates scientific research and academic achievement through the following scholarship and awards offered to outstanding Maryland residents: • Dr. H. Bently Glass Scholarship • Maryland’s Outstanding Young Scientist Award • Maryland’s Outstanding Young Engineer Award == References ==
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