Tellus Science Museum, Cartersville


Tellus is a world-class 120,000 square foot museum located in Cartersville, GA just off I-75 at exit 293. The museum's exhibits will open minds and ignite a passion for science. Tellus will feature four main galleries: The Weinman Mineral Gallery, The Fossil Gallery, Science in Motion and The Collins Family My Big Backyard. A 120-seat digital planetarium and an observatory with a state-of-the-art 20-inch telescope will also be located at Tellus.

Eye-popping exhibits like an 80 foot-long Apatosaurus and a replica Wright flyer will excite and amaze visitors of all ages. Children will have a blast conducting hands-on experiments with light, sound, magnets and more. Dazzling gems and minerals will sparkle and glow alongside interactive exhibits demonstrating how the Earth moves and changes.

A typical walk through Tellus takes at least three hours, not counting a planetarium show or a tour of the Solar House. The Cafe has plenty of delicious meals available for anyone looking for a bite to eat. Group rates are available with advance notice. Reservations should be made in advance if traveling in larger groups of over ten people. Guided tours are available and should be scheduled in advance to ensure a guide is available to accommodate the group.

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