The Maryland Science Center, located at the Inner Harbor and within walking distance from Federal Hill, is Maryland’s oldest scientific institution. The center comprises three levels of exhibit halls, allowing visitors to discover dinosaur bones, monitor earthquake activity, explore the human body, and learn about outer space. The early childhood room on the third floor is a special space for infants and children up to 8 years old to engage in water play, construction zones, and other age-appropriate activities until 1 hour prior to museum closing. Just outside this room, young scientists and their parents look forward to “science encounters” at the demo stage, where live presenters demonstrate the wonders of scientific phenomena. Lucky guests may be asked to help! Be sure to check out the IMAX Theatre for a variety of features, including 3D films, and the Davis Planetarium for relaxing shows about outer space. The Science Center also holds weeklong half- and full-day summer camp programs, camp-in opportunities for scouts and school groups, and regular daytime programs for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Visit the Science Center’s website for details.