Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI)
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


