Science Centre AHHAA, Tartu, Estonia

"The aim of Science Centre AHHAA is to introduce science to everyone and encourage studying through the joy of discovery. By autumn 2013, more than 2 million people of different age have visited our exhibitions and other science events. In addition to trying out numerous "hands-on" exhibits on our various exhibitions, visitors of AHHAA can also take part in workshops, enjoy planetarium and science theatre shows. We also offer several special programmes for schools. AHHAA welcomes visitors of all ages and offers a great opportunity to spend a fun day filled with science!" [AHHAA English website]

Museum of Science, Boston, MA, USA

The mission of the Museum of Science, Boston is to stimulate interest in and further understanding of science and technology and their importance for individuals and for society.

The idea behind the Museum goes back to the establishment of the Boston Society of Natural History in 1830 and their opening the New England Museum of Natural History in 1864. After World War II the Museum moved to its current premises in the Science Park and officially opened as the new Museum of Science in 1951.

Adventure Science Center, Nashville, Tennessee, USA

Established in 1944, the Children’s Museum of Nashville resided on 2nd Avenue South in downtown Nashville. World War II was coming to an end and the nation was beginning to look to the future. Sgt. John Ripley Forbes’ vision for Nashville’s future was focused on children. His enthusiasm for a children’s museum sparked some of the city’s most prominent and influential citizens, including the museum’s first president, Vernon Sharp, Jr. A lease on the old University of Nashville building was signed in November 1944, and on Oct. 30, 1945, the Children’s Museum of Nashville opened its doors to the public.