Montshire Museum of Science, Norwich

Name: Montshire Museum of Science
Address: 1 Montshire Rd, Norwich, 05055-9334, United States
Telephone: +1 802-649-2200

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The Montshire Museum of Science is a hands-on science museum located in Norwich, Vermont, United States. ()

Established: 1976 (48 years ago)Visitors per year: 150 thous.Elevation: 417 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 43°42'1"N, 72°18'18"W

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1 Montshire RdNorwichNorwich 05055-9334 United States

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+1 802-649-2200

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Day trips

Montshire Museum of Science – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Red Rolfe Field at Biondi Park, Ledyard Bridge, College Green, Dartmouth College.

1.1 miE
Sport complex, Sport venue, Sport
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Bridge
Ledyard Bridge, Norwich
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0.9 miE
Quad, Park
College Green, Hanover
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0.8 miE
Universities and schools
Dartmouth College, Hanover
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Museum, Art gallery
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0.9 miE
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1 miE
Observatories and planetariums
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0.9 miNE
Library
Baker-Berry Library, Hanover
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0.9 miE
43°42'3"N • 72°17'16"W
League of New Hampshire Craftsmen, Hanover
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Neighbourhood, Colonial revival architecture
Norwich Village Historic District, Norwich
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Neighbourhood
Norwich Mid-Century Modern Historic District, Norwich
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Montshire Museum of Science open?

Montshire Museum of Science is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Montshire Museum of Science?

Nearby attractions include Ledyard Bridge, Norwich (10 min walk), Thayer School of Engineering, Hanover (14 min walk), Dartmouth College, Hanover (22 min walk), Hopkins Center for the Arts, Hanover (22 min walk).