Contrary to popular belief, big companies like Coca Cola aren't just good for selling you sodas and boosting the returns on your TSX ETF. They also put chunks of their profits into funding initiatives that benefit communities and their customers. The Coca Cola Space Science Center at Columbus State University in Columbus, Georgia is one example of such an initiative. Read on to find out more about the science center and figure out whether you and your kids want to visit it during your trip to Columbus, Georgia.
The main goal of the space science center is education. Created by Columbus State University, it incorporates interactive displays, flight simulators, theaters, observatories, and the Challenger Center, where teams can work together to similar destrapping the space shuttle and fly a simulated space mission. Everything at the space center is extremely hands on, so kids and adults will love it, even if they're not otherwise a fan of science or museums. It's a great way to sneak some learning into recalcitrant kids.
No visit to the space center would be complete without taking in a show at the omnisphere. The omnisphere is no ordinary movie theater - it displays its shows on a massive domed screen that offers fuller immersion than a standard rectangular theme. The omisphere can make a normal planetarium look like a series of dollhouse lights and can also show specially made movies, such as documentaries on black holes or the invaders of Mars. The omisphere also does special events such as laser light shows and popular kids' programs.
The space center also features a real astronomical observatory called the Mead Observatory where scientists can use the special views of the night sky to aid them in CAD Modeling new types of equipment for space travel. You too can explore the night sky with their massive telescope by attending a public viewing event, which usually coincides with a meteor shower, eclipse, or other special astronomical event. The observatory staff also take their smaller telescopes on the road for public astronomy sessions in public parks throughout the city.
The space center is open 10-4 on weekdays and 10-8 on Saturdays. If you spend all day making sheaves in a factory, this can be a nice break. Just be sure to avoid weekday mornings if you're not keen on sharing the exhibits with crowds of children from local elementary schools on field trips. Admission is just $6 for adults and $4 for children, with special discounts for seniors, the military, and CSU students. You can book in with a group by making reservations in advance or buy a membership if you're planning on making regular visits after your move.
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