National Museum of Natural Science -> Exhibition -> Permanent Exhibits -> Science Center

Like to know more about modern science such as physics, chemistry, astronomy, and electronics? The Science Center illuminates the stunning discoveries of it, and examines such questions as how Taiwan developed its IC business, and how the weather satellite obtains information about the atmospheric conditions. Designed as a rich interpretive environment, this Center is also the site of hands-on, interactive exhibits and extensive educational programming.

In the basement of the Science Center is the Exploring Science exhibit area, which focuses on visual, audio and color perceptions. This area is divided into four main topics: sensory illusions, order and chaos, holograms and modern physics. In April of 2004, the museum purchased 14 new exhibits for this area from The Exploratorium in San Francisco, California, including Air Reed, Blow Out Your Toaster, Downhill Race, Fluvial Storm, Hot Light, Hyperbolic Slot, Oscylinder Scope, Rift Zone, Rope Squirter, Settling Column, Three Kinds of Light, Turntable, Water Sphere Lens and 3-D Shadows. These exhibits were designed to enhance interest in science and to allow visitors to question and explore science firsthand.

DaDa’s Magic World is a new exhibition sponsored by AUO (AU Optronics Corporation). Tiger DaDa, the mascot of AUO, invites visitors into the magic world of optoelectronics, offering a truly captivating and entertaining experience for all ages. From color illusion and optical rotation to the future world of LCD, guests will be transported into another world to experience optoelectronics like never before.
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If we only had to worry about simple conductors, life would not be very complicated, but on the other hand we wouldn’t be able to make computers, CD players, cell phones, i-pods and a lot of other things which we have found to be useful. We want to move on, that’s why we have to talk about another class of conductors called semiconductors.

“The World of Semiconductor” donated by the TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company) Education and Culture Foundation contains interactive semiconducting exhibits which work on the basis principles of semiconductor science and technology including augmented reality, identification of projected images, and free float projection. There is a virtual wafer factory, where the expert demonstrates the details about the production process, from the first steps to the completion of a semiconductor chip

This is a real fun-filled exhibition and a must visit for all the students of electronics at basic and advanced level and all those who are attracted by the marvels of semiconductors.
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Explore the legends of the Universe, from the Big Bong to our solar system! This completely renovated Astronomy gallery deepens your understanding of our dynamic universe. It is a way to learn all about space and astronomy, from looking into deep space through binoculars to delivering the aliens a letter. It illuminates the stunning discoveries of modern astrophysics. Visitors will have the opportunity to examine such questions as how big the universe is, how the universe evolved into galaxies, stars, and planets, is Earth the only planet with life, or what is the fate of our Earth.

Divided into eight zones that illuminate the processes that led to the creation of planets, stars, galaxies, and the universe, this gallery is designed as a rich interpretive environment. It is the site of hands-on, interactive exhibits and extensive educational programming for all ages, and is a place full of all-new immersive excursions into the universe!

“Stellar Stage” provides firsthand knowledge of the beautiful and awe-inspiring sights of the night sky. Depending on the zodiac signs, visitors are able to know their exact star sign by inputting their birth date. They can also observe a variety of phenomena, such as Saturn’s rings, cloud belts of Jupiter, the Milky Way, or a close pairing of two planets.

There is much more for visitors to explore in the astronomy gallery!
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The themes of the 4th floor "The Fantastic World of Matter" are related to the fields of physics and chemistry. Hands-on, interactive exhibitions are designed to demonstrate the amazing phenomena of physics and chemistry. Topics include Mechanics, Sound, Electromagnetism, Optics, Thermochemistry and Modern Physics. The goal of this hall is to trigger motivated scientific learning in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.

A classroom devoted to science demonstrations provides further opportunities for visitors to interact with science.
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The Discovery Room is a hands-on interactive place for families and children ages 3-8 to explore the natural world up close. Children, accompanied by adults, can explore an array of artifacts and scientific challenges. Every exhibit is made relating to kids’ real life, and that makes discovering science fun for kids. It is an ideal area for intergenerational learning.

Blending science education exhibits and activities, the Children's Discovery Room is a learning space for preschool children and students in the lower grades of elementary school. With its lively and eye-catching design, it is a place for parents to spend quality time together and for young children to explore. During the school year, activities complement the educational curricula of preschools, and educational services are provided to groups with advance reservation. The Children's Discovery Room is filled with games and science education teaching aids, with the focus on children's daily life experiences. Using the room's materials children will be able to grasp concrete and abstract ideas, and are encouraged to develop observation skills and independent thinking.

The Children's Discovery Room is for ages 3 to 8. Children must be accompanied by a parent.