Now one of Oregon’s most popular museums, OMSI has been around since 1944. Today it is one of the top ten science museums in the country. Not only is OMSI a learning playground for all ages, it also houses Oregon’s only IMAX theater, a laser light planetarium, a motion simulator, and is home to the USS Blueback Submarine, which gives daily tours. Rotating exhibits make their way through the museum as well, including a recent Star Wars exhibit and the popular Body Worlds 3.

Tips: There are so many things to do and see at OMSI, you may want to plan for a whole day. Check their website before going for current IMAX movies, laser light shows in the planetarium, and rotating exhibits.

What to bring: If it’s a nice day, you could bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the view of Portland from the terrace while you watch bikers and joggers whiz by on the riverside trail.

Hours: The museum exhibits and science store are open from 9am to 9pm, seven days a week. Individual events, some exhibits, show times, and rotating exhibits may vary, so check their website for more information.

Getting there: To get to OMSI from West Portland, take the Morrison Bridge to the East side of the Willamette River and follow the OMSI signs. From East of Portland, take I-84 West, veer left onto I-5 N, take the City Center exit and follow the OMSI signs.

For more information about the OMSI, contact them toll free at 1-800-955-6674.

OMSI
1945 SE Water Avenue
Portland, OR
1-800-955-6674