Science

American Museum of Natural History Journey into the world of paleontology and enjoy the thrill of discovering a dinosaur; explore nine ecosystems and the African rain forest; check out the museum's iconic 63-foot Great Canoe; learn more about meteorites and space science; delve into humanity's mysterious past in the Hall of Human Origins. Central Park West at 79th St., New York, NY; programs and tickets, +1 212 769 5100, +1 212 769 5200; Natural Science Center, +1 212 769 5993. Fee.

The Children's Museum of Science and Technology Watch the metamorphosis of a butterfly; explore the Hudson River and its ecosystems from the Adirondacks to the Atlantic; learn about energy pathways and transformations; manipulate the solar system and virtual water using PlayMotion; catch a show at the digital dome planetarium. 250 Jordan Rd., Troy, NY; +1 518 235 2120. Fee.

Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science and Technology Scurry into the cave exhibit to learn about geology and water; climb the five-floor science playhouse; explore the night sky and its constellations at the planetarium. 500 S. Franklin St., Syracuse, NY; +1 315 425 9068. Fee.

New York Hall of Science Learn how sound is produced and perceived at the Sound Sensations exhibit; test your sports skills at the Sports Challenge exhibit; delve into the possibility of life beyond our planet; check out the first interactive math exhibit. 47-01 111th St., Queens, NY; +1 718 699 0005. Fee.

The Schenectady Museum and Suits-Bueche Planetarium Learn how science is part of our everyday lives; unravel a DNA sequence and the secret of our genes; check out GE's 1978 prototype electric car and understand how cars and fuel affect the environment; catch a show in the planetarium. 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady, NY; +1 518 382 7890. Fee.

Sciencenter Learn about hydraulics as you help toy ducks swim; build a gravity dam, test your reaction time at the "How Quick Are You?" exhibit, discover magnetism, and watch honeybees at work; journey through the solar system on the Sagan Planet Walk, a scale model of the solar system that runs from downtown to the Sciencecenter. 601 First St., Ithaca, NY; +1 607 272 0600. Fee.