Castle Science & Technology Center
Castle Science and Technology Center welcomes visits by both individuals and groups. See below for details.
Science & Technology Center programs begin with an informational SCAVENGER HUNT lasting about 45 minutes. There are 3 levels of Scavenger Hunt to choose from: Grades 1-3, 4-5, and 6-8. All questions are based on California Science and Reading standards. The remainder of the time is self guided - viewing and interacting with exhibits. Total duration is typically one to two hours.
$105 for up to 20 Primary students and chaperones
$150 for up to 36 Intermediate students and chaperones. The Scavenger Hunt is often combined with our popular CSI scenario: CHEM MYSTERY.
Students become science detectives as they step inside a crime scene. Students must deduce who committed the crime by visiting the site of the dasterly deed, listening to the alibis of the various suspects, and using forensic techniques in our crime lab. Duration is typically one hour.
This lab can be combined with the above STC program for an additional $50.00 per group per session.
FEATURED EXHIBITS: View Space
An award winning exhibit program that uses the internet and a computer driven display to present continually updated multimedia presentations about astronomy, including the latest developments from cutting edge space missions.
1492: Two Worlds of Science
This 2500 sq. ft. exhibit from Lawrence Hall of Science at UC Berkeley takes a look at science and technology in Europe and the New World at the time of Columbus’ first voyage to the Americas. Nanotechnology Interactive Computer Exhibit from UC Merced
The relative sizes of objects are compared on a nanotechnology scale. Uses of nanotechnology in the areas of medicine, solid state materials and electronics are shown. Planet Polluto
San Joaquin Valley Unified Air Pollution Control District's interactive exhibit on the effects of smog Tumble Town
a fascinating yet safe exploration area for tots 4 years old and under Energy Transfer Exhibit from UC Merced
Pull the lever and see energy transformed into light, heat, wind, and motion. Echo Tube Fiber Optics
Harmonograph Tornado Machine The Space Place
Magnetic Sand Sand Pendulum
Human Body Bernoulli Ball
Aviation History Flight Simulators
Shadow Wall Butterflies New!
- Paleontology: History of Life on Earth
- Standards-based 4th grade Science Learning Centers
- Chemistry
- Lego and other construction projects
- Optical illusions
- Frog dissection
And MANY MORE hands-on exhibits that teach scientific principles while entertaining you at the same time!
HOURS OF STC OPERATION: General Public:
Monday - Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
ADMISSION FEES: General Admission: $6
Seniors/ Students: $5
Children ages 3-6: $3 Weekend Family Special:
$11 up to four people
$15 five or more SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY GROUPS:
Reservation required. Refer to schedule above. Start times are flexible. TO MAKE RESERVATIONS:
Call us at 209-726-0296 M - F 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Reservations should be made at least two weeks in advance, and payment is due prior to arrival. We accept cash, check, or Visa or Mastercard.
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ANNUAL PASSES: SINGLES PASS $25.00
Unlimited admissions for one full year, 10% discount in our gift shop, two free guest pass admissions, invitations to STC special events, and notification of new exhibits COUPLES PASS $35.00
Unlimited admission tor two for a full year, 10% discount in our gift shop, two free guest gass admissions, invitation to STC special events, and notification of new exhibits FAMILY PASS $50.00
Unlimited admission for a couple and their children under the age of 18 for a full year, 10% discount in our gift shop, two free guest pass admissions, invitation to STC special events, and notification of new exhibits GRANDPARENTS PASS $50.00
Unlimited admission for a couple and up to four of their grandchildren under the age of 18 for a full year, 10% discount in our gift shop, two free guest pass admissions, invitation to STC special events, and notification of new exhibits Purchase an annual SUPER STAR PASS to the Castle Science & Technology Center! This pass will allow you to receive free admission for you and your family* to our museum and more than 275 science centers and museums around the world and 10% off in our gift shop! You will also receive $25.00 off camp and birthday packages! Special Invitations to special events, including family fun day. Membership is only $50.00! *This includes a couples and their children under 18 years of age ALL PASSES GOOD FOR ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE Please call 209-726-0236 for more information.
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