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COVID-19 Museum Update

During the COVID-19 pandemic, spectrUM's museum remains closed. Learn about our efforts during this time.

Two girls exploring during Science in the Summer

GSK-Science in the Summer powered by GSK, in partnership with The Franklin Institute and SciNation. Bringing science to students on the Flathead Reservation. Learn about this summer's Be a Chemist! program.

Summer Camps

When school is out, spectrUM is in! spectrUM offers a variety of summer camps for your child. Scholarships are avaiable for families in need. Apply for a scholarship.

Big Night 2020

Join us on October 23 for our Big Night fundraiser, celebrating science, giving, and community.

Become a member

Support our mission by becoming a member. spectrUM members receive free admission to science centers all over the country. Purchase your membership online.

Have an unforgettable birthday party at spectrUM

Birthday Parties

We have birthdays down to a science. Have an unforgettable birthday party complete with hands-on exhibits, and a science activity of your choice. Call to book your birthday party today.

All Under One Roof

spectrUM is coming together under one roof with Missoula Public Library, Children’s Museum, and MCAT. The new Missoula Public Library is slated to the summer of 2020.

spectrUM in the Bitterroot

With the Jane S. Heman Foundation, the Martin Family Foundation, and community partners, The Broader Impacts Group and spectrUM are fostering a vibrant STEM learning ecosystem in the Bitterroot Valley.

EmPower Place at Missoula Food Bank

EmPower Place, a collaboration between spectrUM, Missoula Food Bank, and Missoula Public Library, is a vibrant community space where children and families can learn and play together.

The University of Montana spectrUM Discovery Area is Missoula's hands-on science center dedicated to inspiring a culture of learning and discovery for all.

This Week at spectrUM

See spectrUM's Monthly Activity Calendar

spectrUM's Museum will be closed until further notice, due to COVID-19. We will reopen in the new Missoula Public Library at 455 East Main St in the fall 2020.

While we are closed spectrUM is providing at-home science kits! Pick up a free spectrUM Science Kit at these locations:

EmPower Place in the Missoula Food Bank every Tuesday this summer.
Missoula Public Library on Tuesday 7/14, or Thursday, 7/16 from 11:30 am-2:00 pm.

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