Center For Science Teaching And Learning
3.8(54)3.8 out of 5 stars, 54 reviews New York, NY
About Center For Science Teaching And Learning
Offers unique, interactive science experiences, especially engaging during themed events like Spooky Fest. Features live animals and educational exhibits, but reviews highlight inconsistencies in staff behavior and potential safety concerns.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families with young children who enjoy interactive science exhibits and themed events.Parents who prioritize educational and entertaining experiences for their children.Those interested in seeing a variety of live animals, though the collection is small.Toddlers enjoyed the Spooky Fest, with the staff adapting the haunted walk to their age.Children aged 8-12 enjoyed the exhibits showcasing axolotls, rabbits, dinosaurs, and other animals.
Why families love it
- Spooky Fest event with glow-in-the-dark slime, fortune teller booths, and age-appropriate haunted walks.
- Staff's willingness to accommodate a toddler during the haunted walk, adjusting the experience for her age.
- Enchanted Walk with photo opportunities and kid-friendly characters (Mickey Mouse, dog, frog).
- Knowledgeable staff who interact with animals, allowing children to pet and feed turtles.
- Educational exhibits connecting dinosaurs to current species, showcasing axolotls, rabbits, fossils, and various birds.
- Interactive exhibits that allow children to engage actively with science concepts.
Insider tips
- Consider attending themed events like Spooky Fest for an enhanced family experience.
- Check staff reviews and consider the potential safety concerns raised by a reviewer before attending.
- Be aware that the venue might have high costs associated with the admission.
- If bringing toddlers, consider visiting during daylight hours for the haunted walk.
Good to know before you go
- Visiting if you are highly concerned about the safety concerns mentioned in the reviews.
- Visiting if you are looking for a very large collection of animals.
- One reviewer reported that 90% of the workers are convicted felons/community service.
- A negative experience involving rude staff who abruptly ended a conversation and dismissed a customer.
- Limited animal selection (2 rabbits, 1 lizard, 1 small snake) according to one review, creating a perception of low value.
- Value
- Pricing not explicitly stated, but one review mentions it being 'very expensive.' Value varies depending on individual expectations and tolerance for safety concerns.
- Food
- Carnival foods are available for purchase, including zeppoles, as reported in one review. No information on outside food or drink.
- Accessibility
- No specific accessibility information is available in the provided reviews.
- Safety
- No specific safety features are mentioned beyond staff adapting the haunted walk to a toddler's comfort level.
What parents say
"Went with a small group for their "Spooky Fest" last night. It was really enjoyable! They came up with some fun unique Halloween themed ideas like the Glow Tent where you mix your own slime and the cute little Fortune Teller booths and arts and crafts tables. We had a small toddler with us and even took her to the "Very Scary" haunted walk while it was still light out to mitigate the scariness. The actors did a great job of seeing she was little and not being over scary. They waved to her and she was able to enjoy it. The more family friendly "Enchanted Walk" was really nice for kids with so"
4 months ago
"2 rabbits ,1 lizard , 1 small snake , fake dinassours , before u take your kids ,do your home work , very expensive , 90% of workers are convicted felon /community service. Be careful who your kids are around ."
3 weeks ago
"Staff is so nice and knowledgeable. My child really wanted to pet a turtle for their birthday. They were nice enough to take out a turtle and let my child feed the turtle as well. They take really good care of the rescue animals."
8 months ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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