The central Ohio science museum earned the accolade from USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.
COLUMBUS, Ohio — COSI was ranked the best science museum in the country for the sixth time.
The accolade comes from USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, revealed on Wednesday. This is the sixth time in seven years that the museum has earned the honor.
“This recognition belongs to the Team at COSI, the people of Central Ohio, and the communities we have impacted nationally,” said Dr. Frederic Bertley, president and CEO of COSI. “It reflects a community that believes deeply in STEM education and opportunity. At COSI, we are committed to continuously evolving the museum experience – investing in new exhibits, new technologies, and new learning models that expand access and inspire curiosity. When we innovate, it is always with one goal in mind: to deliver greater impact for the students, families, and communities we serve.”
The nomination was determined by a panel of industry experts and USA Today editors. The award was then voted on by the public.
COSI opened at its original location at 280 E. Broad St. in March 1964. It moved to its current space 333 W. Broad St. in November 1999.
COSI features a range of immersive exhibits, including The Science Behind PIXAR, Mythic Creatures: Dragons, Unicorns & Mermaids and Verse COSI. The museum also serves local students with its STEAM programs, including the the Learning Lunchbox program which distributes hands-on STEAM kits to underserved students.
Learn more about current exhibits and programs at COSI here.