Hours & Prices
4301 Lawndale Dr.
Greensboro, NC 27455
9am - 5pm
The GSC closes early during Winter Wonderlights.
Open year-round
Exceptions: Closed New Year’s Day, See to Believe Gala (09.19.25), Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
Parking
Parking is available for free on a first-come, first-served basis. Additional parking may be found at Jaycee Park lot (3801 Jaycee Park Dr.) or at the Nathanael Greene entrance of Country Park (3900 Nathanael Greene Dr.).
At the Greensboro Science Center, the understanding is that every guest has unique needs and budgets.
A flexible pricing structure is in place to provide options that deliver the best value.
The following individuals receive $1 off general admission with a valid ID:
- Greensboro Residents
- City of Greensboro Employees
- Members of the Military
- College Students
- AZA Reciprocal Members
Available for in-person, same-day ticket purchases only; present valid membership card & matching ID.
See rules & exclusions below. Reciprocity is subject to change.
As of May 1, 2024, all AZA reciprocal discounts will move to 50%. This includes all NC AZA facilities. For more information, please contact membership@greensboroscience.org or by calling 336.288.3769 x1307.
- SNAP/EBT/WIC Participants
Available for in-person, same-day ticket purchases only; present SNAP/EBT/WIC card & photo ID to receive up to five general admission tickets. Adults are $7.00 + tax, kids are $6.00 + tax.
Not valid for group visits.
To find out if your museum or zoo is part of the reciprocity program, view the lists online: aza.org/reciprocity
Please note reciprocity is subject to change.
Individual/Family Memberships
- Valid for in-person, same-day ticket purchases only.
- You must have your membership card with you.
- The membership card must be in your name.
- You must present a photo ID.
The expiration date on the membership card must be valid.
Corporate/Business Memberships
- Valid for in-person, same-day ticket purchases only.
- You must have the membership card with you.
- The membership card must be in your company’s name.
- You must present your business ID (with photo) to match with the company name on the membership card.
- The expiration date on the membership card must be valid.
- The reciprocal benefit applies to up to 5 people per membership card presented.
- Weapons of any kind are not permitted, including concealed carry firearms (C.O. 18-25).
- Balloons are not permitted.
- Drones and selfie sticks are not permitted.
- Please note there are times when animals may not be visible due to circumstances including weather, medical care, and/or exhibit maintenance.
Photo Policy
You are welcome to take photos and/or videos for personal use only.
Commercial/Professional Photo Policy:
Professional photography or videography for commercial, educational, paying clients, or research purposes requires permission from the GSC’s Marketing Department, and a fee of $150 or more is applicable; this does not include admission to the GSC. Reservations for commercial photography or videography must be made in advance. For booking, please contact the GSC’s Marketing Team at marketing@greensboroscience.org.
Winter Wonderlights Photography Policy:
Professional photography or videography for commercial, educational, paying clients is not permitted at Winter Wonderlights, except for event sponsors. Sponsors wishing to schedule photography should reach out to the GSC’s Marketing Team at marketing@greensboroscience.org.
The Greensboro Science Center reserves the right to photograph, videotape, and/or film our members, visitors and guests, on the Center’s grounds for self-promotional purposes.