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About McWane Science Center

Welcome to McWane Science Center, Birmingham’s premiere science museum and research hub. Located at 200 19th Street N, this four-floor venue captivates visitors with hands-on exhibits, live demonstrations, and the immersive IMAX Dome Theater featuring IMAX with Laser technology. Whether you’re planning a family outing, school field trip, or corporate event, we’ve got you covered with practical details to secure your visit.

We’re your friendly connection for finding the right tickets and planning the perfect trip to downtown Birmingham. Here’s what you need to know about seating, parking, transit, and nearby accommodations and dining.

Venue basics: McWane Science Center (formerly McWane Center) offers four floors of interactive exhibits plus an IMAX Dome Theater with seating for approximately 250 guests. The venue supports a range of events, including Engineering Week & Showcase, Big Machines Day, and McWane After Dark, making it a versatile setting for education and corporate programs.

Seating and theater specifics: The IMAX Dome Theater at McWane Science Center seats about 250. For IMAX with Laser screenings, enjoy enhanced imagery and sound. When you’re securing tickets, look for "great seats" in the IMAX seating area and select "the section you want" options as available.

Parking: A connected parking deck on 2nd Avenue North provides convenient access. Non-members pay the best available price, while McWane Science Center members park free. The parking deck has a height limit of 6'8", so plan accordingly.

Transit: McWane Science Center serves downtown Birmingham via MAX Transit and is close to intermodal facilities and multiple bus routes, making it accessible from across the city and surrounding suburbs.

Nearby hotels and dining: Within a short walk or drive, you’ll find a selection of hotels perfect for convenience after a day of exploration. Notable options include Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Courtyard Birmingham Downtown at UAB, and Fairfield Inn & Suites Birmingham Downtown. For meals, downtown Birmingham offers a range of eateries—great options are just steps away after your visit.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 200 19th Street N, Birmingham, AL 35203.
  • Venue type: science museum and research center with four floors of exhibits and an IMAX Dome Theater.
  • IMAX Dome Theater capacity: 250 seats, with IMAX with Laser technology available.
  • Parking: connected parking deck on 2nd Avenue North; $5 for non-members, free for members; height limit 6'8".
  • Transit: serves downtown Birmingham via MAX Transit; nearby intermodal facilities and bus routes.
  • Nearby hotels: several options within a short walk/drive (e.g., Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Courtyard Birmingham Downtown at UAB, Fairfield Inn & Suites Birmingham Downtown).
  • Notable events hosted: Engineering Week & Showcase, Big Machines Day, McWane After Dark and other corporate/educational programs.
  • Renamed: formerly known as the McWane Center; current name is McWane Science Center.