Akron Fossils & Science Center

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Akron Fossils & Science Center AFSC offers both guided and independent learning activities that put science right into your hands!

OFF SEASON HOURS*
Saturday 10 AM - 5 PM
Labor Day-Memorial Day
*Group visits during the week by appointment only. SUMMER HOURS (Memorial Day-Labor Day)
Tuesday-Saturday 10 AM - 5 PM


Always closed on Sundays and Mondays
Closed on Holiday Weekends
Closed on most major holidays
Date list at https://www.akronfossils.org/plan-your-visit

Guided tours are scheduled upon arrival & begin at the top and the bottom of the hour. Last General Admission (Guided tour) package sold at 3:30 PM.

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*Will open during the week for groups of 10 or more people that schedule at least two weeks in advance.

Yesterday’s Mystery Monday photo was… Sky!!!!! We are SO excited to announce that Outback Sky will be giving a show at o...
10/06/2026

Yesterday’s Mystery Monday photo was… Sky!!!!! We are SO excited to announce that Outback Sky will be giving a show at our Silent Auction Fundraiser on Saturday, November 7th! Sky is a former AFSC Simply Science Student and we couldn’t be prouder of the incredible work she is doing now! If you want to see Outback Sky and her amazing animal friends, join us Saturday, November 7th at Copley High School at 5pm! https://www.akronfossils.org/auction-and-carnival

We are just one month away from our IN PERSON Silent Auction Fundraiser! So, today’s Mystery Monday is a little hint at ...
10/05/2026

We are just one month away from our IN PERSON Silent Auction Fundraiser! So, today’s Mystery Monday is a little hint at the incredible entertainment we have booked for you on November 7th! Can you figure out what it is????

We’re open! Stop in today from 10am-5pm! 🦖
10/03/2026

We’re open! Stop in today from 10am-5pm! 🦖

The autumn months are a great time to dive into the science of seasonal foods. From growing pumpkins, corn, and squash t...
10/01/2026

The autumn months are a great time to dive into the science of seasonal foods. From growing pumpkins, corn, and squash to fermenting ciders, fall brings a wide variety of fantastic foods to explore. Join us on Saturday, October 17th from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for another Super Science Saturday! Click below to register. https://www.akronfossils.org/super-science-saturday

Did you know we do lock-ins?? If you’re looking for a fun, educational outing with your scout group, youth group, or clu...
09/29/2026

Did you know we do lock-ins?? If you’re looking for a fun, educational outing with your scout group, youth group, or club, we’ve got you! A night at the museum includes hands-on educational games and activities, animal encounters, zipline and outdoor playtime, and, of course, sleeping next to a trex 😉 Click below to learn more! https://www.akronfossils.org/overnight-lockins

Yesterday’s Mystery Monday photo was…a wasp’s nest! Did you get it right?
09/22/2026

Yesterday’s Mystery Monday photo was…a wasp’s nest! Did you get it right?

Can you guess this mystery photo??
09/21/2026

Can you guess this mystery photo??

We are continuing to raise funds for our new multipurpose room and outdoor learning lab! If you’d like to be a part of t...
09/19/2026

We are continuing to raise funds for our new multipurpose room and outdoor learning lab! If you’d like to be a part of this exciting step, click the link below! https://www.akronfossils.org/expansion

Address

2080 S Cleveland Massillon Road
Copley, OH
44321

Opening Hours

10am - 5pm

Telephone

+13306653466

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