Housed in Richmond's beautiful 1919 Broad Street Station — a neoclassical dome that was once the city's main railroad station — the science museum has converted the grand interior into exhibition space while preserving the architecture. The building alone is worth a visit: the domed main hall is one of the finest interior spaces in Virginia.
The museum covers astronomy, physics, biology, and technology through hands-on exhibits oriented primarily at families and school groups. The IMAX-format dome theatre runs documentaries on astronomy and natural history. A solid half-day option for families or anyone who wants to see the building.