I, along with my family, planned a visit to Nehru Planetarium. This name was derived after Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, India's late Prime Minister. It is erected at Dr. Annie Besant Road, Worli. It was inaugurated by late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, daughter of Jawaharlal Nehru on 12th December 1976.

This scientific center seeks to inculcate in the people the spirit and temper of Science. The planetarium offers a new opportunity for fostering the scientific temper. They illustrate about space exploration via sky shows.

This helps visitors to learn astronomy and it was surely a pleasant experience. The shows combine entertainment with instructions and provide a new experience in cosmic awareness. The narration music, sound effects and special slide projections create sense of total participation in the show. They help expand the frontiers of knowledge of the universe.

The imposing Nehru Planetariums building has already become a landmark in Mumbai. It has three floors with a total area of 5000 square metres and is fully centrally air-conditioned.

There is provision in the basement for lecture halls and library of books on astronomies and space sciences. A hobby workshop will cater to the need of children and enthusiastic amateurs who wish to build their own telescopes and models. You can innovate their own pattern of study.

It has a circular sky-theater with a seating capacity of about 600 in the middle of the sky theater is giant planetarium projector. It's a night-sky as seen from any place on earth at any time, past, present and future.

We came to know that latest modern machinery and equipments are being bought to attract the people and lot of new science programs will be introduced You must not miss the opportunity of getting invaluable scientific information. It's really a must for every Indian and foreign visitor to pay a visit to Nehru Planetarium. So, don't forget to plan a visit to Nehru Planetarium

Chicago Children's Museum

Call or visit the web site for hours and events. The price for adults and children is $8, senior is $7. On the first Monday of every month, the museum is free of charge for children 15 years of age and under. Thursday night is designated to Kraft Free Family Night, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. and it is free for everyone. Current event features Curious George, and offer many activities for your youngsters.

The Houston Museum of Natural Science

The Houston Museum of natural Science has an IMAX theatre, butterfly center, planetarium, observatory, and insect zoo. Call or visit the web site for hours and prices since there are different prices for different parts of the museum. You can also order your tickets online. A current exhibit of frogs has been extended through January 6 since it is so popular.

Museum of Science, Boston

The Boston Museum offers planetarium, 3-D theatre, IMAX theatre, butterfly garden, laser shows, and special exhibits. You can buy tickets online or over the phone or at the museum. Call or visit the web site for hours. The museum also offers a special camp-in program through Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts, where children stay overnight for an entertaining, educational, and interactive way. You can go online to see many virtual exhibits.

Miami Museum of Science and Planetarium

Visit the museum online or call for special events. The price is $20 for adults, $13 for children from 3 to 12 years of age, $18 for seniors and students with identifications. This price includes admission to all museum galleries, planetarium shows, and wildlife center. The Dinosaurs of China is currently on the special exhibit. The Miami Museum also offers Camp-Ins for group to stay overnight, and immerse yourself in science activities. Make sure you check for special time and day through out each month.

Exploratorium, San Francisco

General tickets are $14 for adults, $9 for children 4 to 12 years of age, $11 for seniors and students with identifications. Current exhibit is Glowing worms. The Exploratorium of San Francisco offers tools for teaching, resources, and archives. The Tactile Dorm is an interactive excursion where your sense of touch is your only guide. The ticket for Tactile Dorm is $17 for 7 years of age and up; this includes general admission. Call or check web site for hours.

If you don't see your local museum in this article, please find it in your city. There is always something to do or marvel at the museum large collections. Your little ones will enjoy, learn, and amaze at different cultures and the wide world around them.

Many museums offer activities day, or special presentations. Call your local museum for special events before you go.