Living in Central Mass affords you several large cities such as Springfield, Boston, Hartford, Providence and Worcester. That's 5 major cities within a short driving distance!!! There are so many things to explore!
Day 53 brings us to the Springfield Science Museum. This is a very family oriented museum and has a lot to offer if you want to explore the science behind our existance. It seems that they have something new to offer almost every day of the month. From a 20 foot tall Dinosaur exhibit to a cool Stargazing club that utilizes the Space Observatory, this place is packed with things to do and see. Whether you are taking your family out to minimize video games and television, or going out on a date, the Springfield Science Museum is a great place to go for your adventures in Central Massachusetts.
Here's some information off of The Springield Museums website
Hours and prices are:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday - Saturday: 10AM - 5PM
Sunday: 11AM - 4PM
General Admission:
Adult - $12.50
Seniors - $9
College Students with ID - $9
Children 3-17 - $6.50
Children 2 and Under - Free
Free with proof of Springfield Residence or if you are a Museum Member
ONE TICKET FOR FOUR MUSEUMS
Directions:
From the North
Take Interstate 91 South to Exit 7. Turn left onto State Street, proceed for three blocks and you will see the large, white marble Springfield City Library building on your left. Take the first left past the library onto Elliot Street and then the next left onto Edwards Street.
From the South
Take Interstate 91 North to Exit 6. Stay on Columbus Avenue to State Street. Turn right, proceed for three blocks and you will see the large, white marble Springfield City Library building on your left. Take the first left past the library onto Elliot Street and then the next left onto Edwards Street.
From the East
Take the Massachusetts Turnpike to Exit 6 (I-291). Exit at Dwight Street (Exit 2B), turn left. Follow Dwight to State Street. Turn left at the light, go through another light and you will see the large, white marble Springfield City Library building on your left. Take the first left past the library onto Elliot Street and then the next left onto Edwards Street.
From the West
Take the Massachusetts Turnpike to Interstate 91 South and follow I-91 South to Exit 7. Turn left on State Street, proceed for three blocks and you will see the large, white marble Springfield City Library building on your left. Take the first left past the library onto Elliot Street and then the next left onto Edwards Street.
Parking:
Free parking is available in the lots on Edwards Street.
Springfield Union Station was built in 1926 by the Boston and Albany Railroad. Amtrak took over the train station in the 1970s when money was in shortage for railroads. Springfield Union Station is currently the 5th busiest in the state servicing over 310 passengers per day on average.
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