Missoula's hands-on science center dedicated to igniting passion for discovery through science.
Hours
Starting September 1, spectrUM will be open 10am to 5pm Tuesday-Friday
Since 2021, spectrUM has been proud to be open 40 hours per week to share our love for science with all. Click here to read more about this change.
Admission
spectrUM offers free admission for all
Group Visits
Groups of 10 or more people are encouraged to call in advance about their visit at 406-728-STEM
New Exhibition: Research Remix
Research Remix models authentic science investigations while highlighting real scientists. Discover our brand-new BATS exhibit, get a close-up look at parasites, revisit your favorite classic installations, and explore never-before-seen engineering experiences from the Association of Science and Technology Centers and the If/Then initiative.
Discovery Bench Activities
From 2:00–5:00pm, Tuesday through Saturday, spectrUM leads hands-on science activities at the Discovery Bench in our museum. Activities are free and open to the public, and no registration is required. Monthly activity calendars are available in the museum.
Hands-on activities are selected based on weekly themes.
February 3 - 7 Color in Science
February 10 - 14 All About Anatomy
February 17 - 21 Animal Science
February 24 - 28 Geoscience Week
Meet a Scientist
spectrUM invites scientists and community leaders to be role models in our museum. You can drop in to meet these special guests at the Discovery Bench.
February 12 Chemistry demonstrations with Kristian Stipe
Location
Visit us on the 2nd floor of the Missoula Public Library at 455 East Main Street, Missoula, Montana. spectrUM has free, 2 hour parking in our building lot. spectrUM is also a stop on the #1 bus route, and is accessible by bike on the Riverfront trail through Kiwanis Park.
spectrUM's AUOR Partners
Located within the Missoula Public Library complex, spectrUM shares space with 5 other All Under One Roof partners.
aims to "Spark Curiosity. Make Connections. Thrive Together."
aims to "Strengthen families through education, connection, play and partnership."
aims to "promote the spread of information and exchange of views, ideas, and opinions within the community of Missoula."
The UM Living Lab aims to "inspire children in science."
(KFGM 101.5) aims to "create a medium for all community members to enrich and engage their community directly and freely by producing educational, socially just, culturally aware, and entertaining radio programming."
