MOSH is located on the Southbank of Jacksonville’s beautiful St. Johns River next to Friendship Fountain Park.
1025 Museum Circle
Jacksonville, FL 32207
MOSH’s top priority is the health and safety of our guests and staff. We have adapted our facility to fulfill that commitment while still providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all.
TIMED TICKET RESERVATIONS
We are limiting the number of guests each day to maintain appropriate social distancing. Advance online ticket sales are strongly recommended. Tickets are non-transferrable and non-refundable.
Guests may reserve timed tickets during public operating hours. Members do not need to reserve tickets in advance.
*Special Ticket Discounts are only available when purchasing admissions in person at the Front Desk.
Our public operating hours are:
THURSDAY — FRIDAY
10 a.m. — 5 p.m.
Timed ticketing entry available every half hour
SATURDAY
10 a.m. — 6 p.m.
Timed ticketing entry available every half hour
SUNDAY
12 — 5 p.m.
Timed ticketing entry available every half hour
TICKET PRICES*
ADULTS
$15
STUDENTS, SENIORS (55+) & MILITARY
$12
CHILDREN (3-12 YRS)
$12
MEMBERS and CHILDREN UNDER 2
FREE
*Daily programs such as Extreme Science! shows, Florida Naturalist’s Center shows, and Bryan-Gooding Planetarium shows are available for purchase at the Front Desk.
MOSH MEMBER TICKETS
FOR MUSEUM MEMBERS:
Advanced reservations for MOSH Members are not required for admission, but presentation of your Membership card is required. Members are welcome to visit the Museum at any time during public operating hours. Thank you for your continued support!
SPECIAL TICKET DISCOUNTS
MUSEUMS FOR ALL
Reduced admission provided at $2.50 per person upon presentation of an EBT card
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB DISCOUNT
Reduced admission provided at $2.50 per person upon presentation of Boys & Girls Club card.
BROOKS REHABILITATION, RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES, UF HEALTH PROTON THERAPY INSTITUTE
Patient and accompanying group receive free admission to the Museum. See your location’s representative for access instructions.
SPONSORED DAYS
Occasionally MOSH has sponsored days with free admission. If you would like to be alerted about these events, sign up for our newsletter. The sign-up is located near the bottom of the page. Just fill in your email address and click SUBSCRIBE.
*Special Ticket Discounts are only available when purchasing admissions in person at the Front Desk.
MUSEUM GUIDELINES
- All guests are required to wear masks when visiting the Museum. If you do not have a mask, you can purchase a single-use mask for $1 at the Museum.
- Children ages 6+ must wear a mask. Children under the age of 6 are not required to wear a mask.
- We encourage all guests to practice social distancing and to utilize hand sanitation stations throughout the Museum.
- Museum staff will clean and disinfect high-traffic areas on an hourly basis, focusing especially on frequently touched surfaces.
- When spending time in an exhibit space, please respect social distancing guidelines.
- Always remember to keep one Tonca length apart from other groups when moving around the Museum.
- As recommended by the CDC, if you feel sick, please stay home.
MUSEUM EXPERIENCES
- Capacity in exhibit spaces, Florida Naturalist’s Center and the MOSH Store will be limited to encourage social distancing. We ask for patience and understanding as we adhere to these mandated limits.
- All Museum interactives have been modified for contactless interactivity.
- Some hands-on interactives and touchscreen experiences in the Museum may not be available for health and safety reasons.
- Please note due to current regulations following activities, exhibits, spaces and programs are temporarily closed to protect the safety of our guests and staff: VyStar Intertidal Touch Tank, Kidspace, and Hurricane Machine. Thank you for understanding.
AMENITIES
WATER FOUNTAINS
RESTROOMS
ST. VINCENT'S HEALTHCARE FIRST AID ROOM
STROLLER RENTAL
NURSING MOTHERS
Thursday – Friday Hours: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Extreme Science Show ($)
- 12:30 p.m. – JEA Science Theater
- Discover the cause of explosions, shocks and other fun experiments in this interactive Science Show.
- 12:30 p.m. – JEA Science Theater
- Daily Animal Shows ($)
- 1:15 p.m. – JEA Science Theater
- Join a Naturalist and learn about some of MOSH’s animal residents
- 1:15 p.m. – JEA Science Theater
- Bryan-Gooding Planetarium Programs ($)
- 11 a.m. Legends of the Night Sky: Orion
- 2 p.m. Phantom of the Universe
- Journey with protons racing through the world’s largest particle collider in Europe and take up-close views of the Big Bang and the emergent cosmos all in the search for dark matter.
- 4 p.m. Earth, Moon & Sun
- Join an adventure in space as you learn the truth behind some common misconceptions about our Earth and its relationship with the Moon and Sun.
Saturday Hours: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Extreme Science Show ($)
- 12:30 p.m. – JEA Science Theater
- Discover the cause of explosions, shocks and other fun experiments in this interactive Science Show.
- 2:45 p.m. – JEA Science Theater
- Discover the cause of explosions, shocks and other fun experiments in this interactive Science Show.
- 12:30 p.m. – JEA Science Theater
- Daily Animal Shows ($)
- 1:15 p.m. – JEA Science Theater
- Join a Naturalist and learn about some of MOSH’s animal residents
- 1:15 p.m. – JEA Science Theater
- Bryan-Gooding Planetarium Programs ($)
- 11 a.m. Legends of the Night Sky: Orion
- 2 p.m. Phantom of the Universe
- Journey with protons racing through the world’s largest particle collider in Europe and take up-close views of the Big Bang and the emergent cosmos all in the search for dark matter.
- 4 p.m. Earth, Moon & Sun
- Join an adventure in space as you learn the truth behind some common misconceptions about our Earth and its relationship with the Moon and Sun.
Sunday Hours: Noon – 5 p.m.
- Extreme Science Show ($)
- 2:30 p.m. – JEA Science Theater
- Discover the cause of explosions, shocks and other fun experiments in this interactive Science Show.
- 2:30 p.m. – JEA Science Theater
- Daily Animal Shows ($)
- 1:15 p.m. – JEA Science Theater
- Join a Naturalist and learn about some of MOSH’s animal residents
- 1:15 p.m. – JEA Science Theater
- Bryan-Gooding Planetarium Programs ($)
- 1 p.m. Phantom of the Universe
- Journey with protons racing through the world’s largest particle collider in Europe and take up-close views of the Big Bang and the emergent cosmos all in the search for dark matter.
- 4 p.m. Earth, Moon & Sun
- Join an adventure in space as you learn the truth behind some common misconceptions about our Earth and its relationship with the Moon and Sun.
- 1 p.m. Phantom of the Universe
MUSEUM EVENTS & RENTALS
We are closely monitoring COVID-19 and the related precautionary measures recommended by government and public health agencies. With this in mind, every event is subject to change in response to city, state and public health guidelines as we navigate this “new normal.”
For a list of upcoming events, view our Calendar of Events. For more specific information or if you have any questions, you can email Events@themosh.org or call 904.396.MOSH (6674), ext. 240.
PARKING
There are several parking options for MOSH visitors. Click HERE for a parking map.
FREE PARKING
There are three options for free parking adjacent to the Museum. Parking is available on a first come, first served basis in the Museum’s lot, located next to the Main Street Bridge, a limited number of MOSH designated spots are also available in the lot near River City Brewing Company and parking is available under the Acosta Bridge.
PAID PARKING
Paid parking is available in the non-MOSH designated spots in the lot near River City Brewing Company. Visitors can also park in the Kings Avenue Parking Garage and take the Skyway to the San Marco stop. For details, days, and hours of operation, visit JTA’s website.
DROP-OFF AREA
To ensure safety and refrain from blocking traffic, we ask that you pull completely into the circle in front of Friendship Fountain Park to drop off or pick up passengers.