Portland, Oregon
The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) is a premier science and technology museum located on the east bank of the Willamette River. It features five exhibit halls with hundreds of interactive hands-on displays, making science accessible and fun for visitors of all ages.
Key attractions include the USS Blueback submarine, which appeared in the movie 'The Hunt for Red October', a large-screen Empirical Theater, and the Kendall Planetarium. The museum also hosts rotating exhibits that cover diverse topics from anatomy to engineering.
Visitors can tour the submarine, watch a documentary on the giant screen, gaze at the stars in the planetarium, or experiment in the chemistry and physics labs. The Turbine Hall offers engineering challenges, while the Science Playground is perfect for younger children.