Roper Mountain Science Center

Our Vision
To be a pinnacle of innovative learning, an engine for community engagement, and a national leader in science education

Field Trips

The Educator's Directory is now live!

Come experience the most unique 62 acre Science Center in South Carolina

Afternoon Explorations

September 14 - May 13
Continue your learning adventures throughout the school
year in some of your favorite spaces at Roper Mountain as part of our Afternoon Explorations program.
Afternoon Explorations

Educator's Directory

Summer Adventure

June 1 - August 6 (Tuesdays through Saturdays)
10:00am-4:00pm (last entry 3:00pm)

Summer Adventure returns June 1 featuring all new travelling exhibit: Mystery of the Mayan Medallion

Tickets & Info
Science On Wheels

science on wheels

Bring a Roper Mountain science lesson directly to your site. Our traveling programs can suit any audience from school students to families.

Public Program Information School Program Information
Friday Starry Nights

Friday Starry Nights

Experience Friday Starry Nights in the T.C. Hooper Planetarium with a 360° full immersion dome, 4K projection, state-of-the-art lighting, dynamic 5.1 surround sound and more!

Friday Starry Nights Tickets & Info
Virtual Field Trips

Summer Explorations Camps

Summer Exploration Camps

All summer camps are currently full. If spaces become available by cancellation, the camp will be visible on the registration page. If the camp is not listed, no spaces are available.

Register for Camps Summer Camp Guide
Educator's Directory

RMSC Association Brick Campaign

Buy a brick along the walkway to the new Environmental Science Building to support Roper Mountain.

By purchasing a brick, you’re helping to provide immersive educational experiences for students and visitors of Roper Mountain. With your support, we will ignite the natural curiosity of all learners, empower stewards of our natural resources, and inspire creative problem solvers for generations to come. You can find out more information by clicking the link below, but feel free to reach out to me with any questions.

Roper Mountain Science Center Association Donor Site
Friday Starry Nights

Laser Days of Summer

Our ever-popular Laser Days of Summer returns in August! Come see shows such as Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon, The Beatles, Queen, Motown, and more.

Laser Days of Summer

roper mountain newsletter

Stay “In the Know” with news and updates from Roper Mountain by subscribing to our newsletter. Roper Mountain exists because of a unique partnership of public ownership, corporate sponsorship, private support, and volunteers. During the school year, 400-60 students visit Roper Mountain every day for high quality “learning labs” Public programs at the Center include Friday “Starry Nights” year-round, Afternoon Explorations during the school year, Summer Adventure, summer camps, and Laser shows during the summer as well as periodic special events.

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become a member

For more than 30 years, Roper Mountain Science Center has supported STEM education in South Carolina. Now, you can support Roper Mountain and get special benefits for yourself, including free admission to hundreds of science centers and museums nationwide through the Association of Science-Technology Centers’ Passport Program. When you invest in membership, you are investing in Roper Mountain's future.

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give to rmsc

Roper Mountain Science Center relies on generous donors through RMSC Association (our 501©3 support organization) to continue to expand and inspire young minds, spark their lifelong passion for curiosity and teach through hands-on experiences and lessons. Gifts from donors like you and supporting members help us continue to share our mission and remain the community leader in STEM education. Make your gift now, or review the below giving options and feel free to contact Amanda Lenar or Phyllis Henderson with any questions you may have.