Itanagar Science Center
| Place | Itanagar |
|---|---|
| State | Arunachal Pradesh |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 2005 |
| Museum Type | Science Centre / Educational |
| National Importance Museum | No |
| Address | Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh 791111 |
| Visiting Time | 10:00 AM – 04:30 PM (Tuesday to Saturday) 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Sunday). Closed on Mondays. |
| Entry Fee | Adults: ₹20 Students: ₹10 Planetarium: ₹20 (Approximate subject to official revision) |
Museum Introduction
Established under the Arunachal Pradesh State Council for Science & Technology, this centre is located at Indira Gandhi Park in Itanagar. It was created to popularize science and technology among the students and the general public of the frontier state, providing an interactive learning environment.
General Collections
The centre features several thematic galleries including 'Our Science', 'Popular Science', and 'Children’s Gallery'. It houses interactive exhibits on physical science, life sciences, and mathematics, alongside a dedicated section on the biodiversity of the Northeast region.
Unique Historical Collections
Features a dedicated Innovation Hub designed to foster a culture of innovation and creative or critical thinking. It also houses a specialized gallery documenting the traditional technologies and indigenous knowledge systems of the tribes of Arunachal Pradesh.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | The centre is a significant landmark for educational tourism in the state; it includes a 50-seater Digital Planetarium and a 3D Film Theatre that screens scientific documentaries. |
| Artifacts | Interactive pulleys, optical illusion kits, a life-size model of a prehistoric dinosaur, a Van de Graaff generator, and traditional bamboo-based technological models. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details | +91 360 221 2163 |