Regional Science Museum in Guwahati
Attractions of Regional Science Centre
The museum preserves rare instruments, machinery and documents that are evidences of the role played by science for the benefit of mankind.There is prehistoric life park, children’s corner, Science Park, circular maze and bouncing balls among others.
One of the important features of the museum is that it imparts science education to the student community. To impart science education to students the museum organizes shows, camp, competitions and seminars.
Galleries of Regional Science Centre in Guwahati
- Fun Science
- Children's Corner
- Mirror Magic
- Aquarium
- Bio machines
- World of Chemistry
- Coal Mine
- Agriculture
- Entrance Lobby
Outdoor Galleries
- Science Park'
- Garden of Fame
- Prehistoric Life Park
- Butterfly Park
- MiG21 Aircraft
- Medicinal Aromatic Garden
- Eco Park
Activities in Regional Science Centre
The science museum also keeps people updated about progress in different fields of science and technology. Various indoor and outdoor activities are conducted in the museum for that purpose. The indoor and outdoor activities are listed below:
Indoor Activities
- Sky observation
- 3D Film Show
- Digital Planetarium
- Science Shows
- Hobby Camp
- State Level Science Fair
- Science Demonstration Lecture
- State Level Science Seminar
- Creative Abilities
- State Level Science Drama
Outdoor Activities
- Mobile Science Exhibition
- Science Demonstration Lecture
Facilities in Regional Science Centre
- The centre has a Cafeteria in the ground floor and visitors can enjoy their favourite dishes in the cafeteria.
- An auditorium Hall with more than 150 seating capacity is also available in the science centre. Various programmes like Science Demonstration Lectures, Science Shows are held in the auditorium.
- An air conditioned Conference Hall with more than 50 sitting capacity is also available. Educational Institutions can hire the hall for their use.
- The centre also have a library which is only for internal use. The library has more than 10,000 books and journals.
- The centre also provides picnic area for School groups. The centre also has provision for cooking and open dining.
Training Programme in Regional Science Centre
Teachers Training
Computer Training
Ever year on the basics of computers and their functions especially for house wives, senior citizens, and students Four numbers of computer training programmes are organized in the centre.
Quick Guides and facts
Entry fee: Rs.10/- per person
Rs.5/ per Person (for organized student groups)
(a letter from the Head of the Institute is mandatory)
Entry is free for the Police and Military personnel in uniform and the physically challenged and children below 5 years of age
Contact Address
Jawahar Nagar, Khanapara, Kamrup District, Guwahati
Tel : 0361 2561699