The Danville Science Center delights all ages with its hands-on exhibits, Dome shows, and special programs that make science fun for everyone! Located in the River District of Danville, Va., the Science Center is situated inside the complex known as the "The Crossing at the Dan," which is a stone’s throw from the Dan River and is comprised of many historic train properties such as the Danville Passenger Rail Station.

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Danville Science Center

677 Craghead St.
Danville, VA 24541
434.791.5160
[email protected]

Directions

Approaching from the North

Take 29S (Danville Expressway/Bypass). Take the exit for 58W (follow the brown Danville Science Center signs). After approximately 2 miles, take a left at the second stoplight onto the Main Street Bridge. After you cross over the bridge, take a left onto Craghead Street at the stoplight. The Science Center will be approximately 1 mile on the left at the "Crossing at the Dan."

Approaching from the South

Take 29N to Danville to the 29N Expressway (also called the Rte. 265 Bypass). Take the exit for 58W (follow the brown Danville Science Center signs). After approximately 2 miles, take a left at the second stoplight onto the Main Street Bridge. After you cross over the bridge, take a left onto Craghead Street at the stoplight. The Science Center will be approximately 1 mile on the left at the "Crossing at the Dan."

Approaching from the East

Take 58W into Danville (follow the brown Danville Science Center signs). At the second stoplight past the exits for US29, take a left at the second stoplight onto the Main Street Bridge. After you cross over the bridge, take a left onto Craghead Street at the stoplight. The Science Center will be approximately 1 mile on the left at the "Crossing at the Dan."

Approaching from the West

Take 58E to Danville. Then take the exit for Downtown/86S/29S-Business (Central Boulevard). Take the 2nd Exit Memorial Drive. This street will become Craghead Street once you cross over Main Street. After this intersection, the Science Center will be approximately 1 mile on the left at the "Crossing at the Dan.”