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Memphis Museums of Science & History

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History, Science, Nature, Entertainment and More! The Museum is an accredited member of the American Association of Museums.

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Pink Palace Museum & Mansion | Giant Screen Theater | Planetarium | Lichterman Nature Center | Mallory-Neely House | C**n Creek Science Center Welcome to the Memphis Museums of Science & History (MoSH), an intriguing collection of historic, educational and cultural attractions maintained by Memphis Museums, Inc. The Museum operates some of the finest attractions and exhibits in the country, including the Pink Palace Museum & Mansion, the Giant Screen Theater, the AutoZone Dome Planetarium, Lichterman Nature Center and the historic Mallory-Neely and Magevney Houses. For school groups, organizations, and families alike, the Memphis Museums of Science & History (MoSH) is Memphis, TN’s go-to source for interactive learning and fun. To learn more about the Museum and additional learning centers, visit our website now. You can also speak with a helpful associate by calling (901) 636-2362, or keep in touch with the Museum by liking us on Facebook.

10/10/2026

FREE general admission is back next Thursday, October 15th at the Pink Palace Museum & Mansion, thanks to Sylvamo! Join us from 10:30am - 5pm to enjoy our permanent collections plus:

🎥 $5 add-on for Giant Screen Theater and Planetarium access
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4B8WSI2

10/07/2026

Announcing new October Laser Rock shows + Laser Live: Jussflo & DJ Lil’ Coff Drop!
🎸 Grab your tickets to see your favorite rock classics in the Planetarium:

October 9: Laser Rock - Queen
October 16: Laser Live - Jussflo with DJ Lil' Coff Drop
October 23: Laser Rock - Rocket Man
October 30: Laser Rock - Fright Lights

10/06/2026

SAVE THE DATES | Curiosity meets creativity during the Tennessee STEAM Festival, taking place at the Pink Palace from Oct. 7-9 and Oct. 21-23! Each year, STEAM unites to spark wonder in learners of all ages, ranging from hands-on workshops to immersive pop-ups and demonstrations that are included with General Admission. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4zh1Ctd

10/02/2026

LAST CHANCE 🦖
Our Brick Dinos traveling exhibit at the Pink Palace Museum & Mansion will be closing on OCTOBER 11.
Only a week left to explore!
We're open Tuesday-Sunday 10-5.

10/01/2026

Get ready for a STEAM‑powered indoor-outdoor adventure. Our Fall Break Camps Oct. 5-9 and 10-15 are themed Pocket ZOO! Campers will explore real animal science as they research, design, and create their own trading cards. By Friday, every camper heads home with 20 cards—10 they made and 10 from new camp friends.
Register now: https://bit.ly/4vzPTnr

09/25/2026

NOTICE: All vehicle and foot traffic to the Pink Palace Crafts Fair must enter through the Lafayette Street gate entrance to the Pink Palace Museum & Mansion. Central Avenue access is closed and unavailable.

Please note that free parking is located on the University of Memphis campus at Poplar and Deloach (Lot 46). Free shuttles will run between Lot 46 and the Pink Palace.

Limited handicap parking spots are available onsite at the Pink Palace and may be accessed through the Lafayette Street gate.

09/22/2026

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO 🎨 The Pink Palace Crafts Fair returns this Friday-Sunday to the Pink Palace Museum & Mansion grounds.

DATES 📅 General admission begins this Friday, September 25 through Sunday, September 27 from 10am - 5pm.

TICKETS 🎟️ Purchase a single-day or weekend pass here: https://bit.ly/4hAV1V7. In addition to browsing creations from over 150 artisans from around the country, gain free admission to the Pink Palace Museum & Mansion’s permanent collections on the date of your ticket.

PARKING 🅿️ is available on the University of Memphis campus at Poplar and Deloach (Lot 46). Free shuttles are available and will run between Lot 46 and the Pink Palace.

MUSEUM ADD-ONS 🎥 $5 add-ons for the Planetarium, Giant Screen Theater, and Brick Dinos traveling exhibitions will be available for purchase!

VOLUNTEER 🤝 Volunteers are needed for just about everything. Please help make this the best year yet! Sign up here: https://bit.ly/46z2FZk.

09/19/2026

The Lichterman Fall Native Plant Sale is back! Join us on October 3 from 10:30am-5pm, shop over 150+ species of native plants, which plant prices starting at under $10.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3UKQnKP

09/18/2026

FALL BREAK CAMPS - Registration now open! 🔎
Adventure awaits! Explore 65 acres of Lichterman's magical woods with your friends. See the wonders of nature, then learn how technology can mimic the process of our planet!
October 5-9 & October 12-16
9am-3pm
Register here: https://bit.ly/4vzPTnr

09/16/2026

The organization's board conducted a national search with Boston-based Museum Search & Reference to fill the role. >> See the full article below ⬇️

Address

3050 Central Avenue
Memphis, TN
38111

Opening Hours

Wednesday	10:30am - 5pm
Thursday	10:30am - 5pm
Friday	10:30am - 5pm
Saturday	10:30am - 5pm
Sunday	10:30am - 5pm

Telephone

(901) 636-2362

Website

http://www.memphismuseums.org/

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