Our center features more than 50+ STEM-themed interactive exhibits in a vibrant 7,000 square foot space.
The Reading Science Center is a 501c3 nonprofit organization created by volunteers from many sectors in the Reading area coming together to provide educational and entertaining hands-on science and technology experiences for the community, schools, and families.
The Reading Science Center exists to foster a love of Science through exciting and experiential STEM education for the Greater Reading community, especially our youth.
Through both formal and informal science education, the Reading Science Center promotes careers in science, technology, engineering and math (“STEM”) careers, helping to address the shortage of people entering such careers and in turn helping the local economy.
Reading Science Center programming compliments and augments efforts by school districts, government agencies, and other non-profit organizations in promoting STEM careers to youth and provides a centralized location to advance science education within our community.
Loved by Learners of All Ages
I had a wonderful afternoon with my kids. The staff was extremely friendly and attentive with demonstrations and explanations. If you have any kind of benefits card you can get a family pass for only $12. Jeni Evans17/07/2025 We visited with a group of students from Hershey. Everyone at the Science Center was welcoming and helpful. The students had an excellent adventure in the Exploration Lab. They learned at the same time that they had fun experiencing the center. Thank you all! Toni Allen-King27/06/2025 Fun experience with my granddaughters. Loved the place around the corner for a late lunch too. Linda Fox18/05/2025 Our autistic support students LOVED their field trip :) Olivia Knauss-Hauck17/03/2025 Had a very fun and educational time during our visit Katrina Andrews09/11/2024 Was very pleased with out 7th grade field trip to the Reading Science Center. The RSC staff did an excellent job presenting and engaging with our students. Highly recommend this to all schools and to families with children of all ages. Christopher Curtis04/11/2024 Park at the Doubletree and the Science Center will validate your parking! Just give them your license plate #! It's most appropriate for kids from age 4 to 12, but the parents/grandparents will enjoy the visit also. Jennifer Westbrook27/09/2024 This might be the best kept secret in downtown Reading. Perfect for elementary age kids. Lots of hands on activities. Friendly, knowledgeable staff. We were there for over 3 hours and I think my granddaughter would have stayed even longer. Easy parking in doubletree garage (which they validate).Highly recommend Christine Angstadt15/09/2024Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
The Curiosity Quarterly Newsletter is your go-to source for all things Reading Science Center. Each quarterly issue will feature program highlights, upcoming events, and stories showcasing the incredible work of our educators and volunteers.
Volunteer
At the Reading Science Center, we aim to provide a fun place to explore Science, Technology, Engineering and Math for all of our community.
BUT WE NEED YOUR HELP!
We rely completely on volunteers to help us share our mission of fostering a love of science through exciting and experiential STEM education. No matter what you have to offer in time and talent, we can find you a volunteer position that can help us make Berks County’s first Science Center a huge community success.
info@rdgsci.org
484-878-2112
Reading Science Center
645 Penn Street
Lower Level
Reading, PA 19601
Monday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
We validate parking in the Double Tree Convention Garage for up to 3 hours.
Create, Explore, and Discover This Summer!
This summer, give your child an unforgettable STEM adventure at Reading Science Camp – a one-week experience packed with hands-on experiments, creative problem-solving, and immersive science fun!
We validate parking in the Double Tree Convention Garage. Do not pay at the kiosk or through Park Mobile. Please bring your license plate number and check in with a staff member upon entry.
We are not able to reimburse parking paid through Park Mobile.
Monday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
$10 per person, children under 2 free