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The Columbia Memorial Space Center is a hands-on learning center that is dedicated to bringing the excitement of space science to children of all ages.  Located in Downey, California, we strive to be the most accessible space science center in the Los Angeles area.  Our 20,000 square foot visitor center is equipped with not only amazing technology and visual teaching exhibits, but also the friendly staff and atmosphere to help make them more enjoyable.  And we’re adding more all the time.

The Space Center also hosts one of 48 Challenger Learning Centers on the planet, and the only one in the greater Los Angeles area.  When operating, you can journey to the Moon and even experience the real-life excitement of Mission Control.  Our CLC is available for field trips, team-building exercises and parties of 16 or more.

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On February 1st our new Smithsonian exhibit, Suited For Space, a scientific look at the design and evolution of spacesuits, opens to the general public. We are also excited to announce that we will now be open on Sundays from 11am to 5pm starting February 5th.

  • Our Preschool Adventures in Science is back for 2012! These classes are aimed at 3-5 year olds with subjects including Weather, Volcanoes, The Water Cycle/Oceans and Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. The classes will be every Thursday and Saturday starting Jan 26th and ending February 18th. Class fee is $10 per guardian and child pair. Guardian participation is required. One guardian per child is required. Registration can be made in person at the Columbia Memorial Space Center or over the phone at (562) 231-1200 (payment is required at time of registration). For more information about "Preschool Adventures in Science" classes please click here.
 
  • All teachers are welcome to attend any of our “Open Houses” for a free look at our center and information on field trips.  Family and friends of a teacher are also welcome to attend but must pay the admission fee of $5. Teacher I.D. must be shown at the door for free admission. Our next Open House is Feb. 4th.
 

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