Using digital projection mapping, dynamic lighting, and state-of-the-art screens, Gallery 1 transforms into an underwater world filled with marine life, shipwrecks, and ocean creatures. Get up close with the wonders of the deep in a breathtaking, interactive experience—all included with general admission!

Watch nano particles in action and uncover their surprising uses. Find it on the first floor near the American Museum of Natural History exhibits.

It also highlights a national competition where student teams build their own elaborate and hilarious machines, bringing Goldberg’s playful ingenuity to life.

We often admire iconic landmarks for their beauty, but what do they sound like? This immersive exhibit lets you experience the hustle and bustle near the Eiffel Tower, a thunderstorm in the Swiss Alps, the roar behind Niagara Falls, and more. Designed to spark curiosity and preserve memories, this installation is crafted from mostly recycled materials and features motion-sensing technology to bring each soundscape to life.

Her work has been shown in art and craft museums nationally. The “Moth Series,” was inspired by moths in her backyard and the premise that recycled materials have the capacity to metamorphose into larger objects of great beauty.

This includes the removal of the Main Street Dam, improvement of the ecological systems and river habitat, and creation of a stunning 33-acre greenway through Downtown. Additionally, 2 new interactive exhibits on Level 1 – Dirty Water Fountain and Outmuscle the Mussel – help to educate the public about river ecology.

Using hands-on exhibits and video interviews, encounter local innovators and explore their careers in science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM). Learn how STEAM-based skills can help prepare tomorrow’s innovators to create the as-yet unimagined transportation technologies of the future. 

COSI opened at this location in 1999. Learn about the history of this building from students and teachers who were here during the time this was used as a school in this exhibit. Located behind the atrium on level 1.

Did you know that the original COSI pendulum can be found in our history of COSI exhibit in our progress gallery? Pendulums have been a part of COSI since the first building opened in 1964. Learn about the physics behind this device while you watch it count down the hours.

Learn how the building was constructed with an interactive model. On the wall above the COSI models you will find historical photos and information regarding the local Columbus area. Historic Broad Street and early Columbus businesses are specifically featured and how they were instrumental in developing the area into what you see today!

Now is your chance with this interactive Hot air balloon exhibit, located on the Mezzanine level near the space exhibit.

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This 100 foot tall wire Skelton sculpture is constructed of metal fencing material by artist Tim Rietenbach.

Explore giant kiosks that illustrate how common recyclables are broken down and transformed into new products. Interactive displays showcase the life cycles of recycled materials, while computer stations let you test your recycling knowledge. Learn how Recycling Right makes a real impact on our planet!

Women and gender minorities remain underrepresented in these fields, making it essential to showcase role models that help young learners see themselves in science.

This exhibit also connects visitors to the IF/THEN® Collection, a growing digital library of photos, videos, and media featuring women in STEM. Brought to COSI through a partnership with ASTC, this exhibit champions diversity and representation in science.