You are cordially invited to visit the Cranbrook Institute of Science, a great place to explore science, technology, and natural history. Join 200,000+ visitors who every year appreciate the value of the Institute's fascinating exhibits, hands-on activities, and planetarium shows. You can enjoy a picnic on the lovely grounds, or a snack in the café. At the Institute you will discover family-friendly events, up-to-date scientific information, and some pretty outstanding sights. From sparkling diamonds to the towering T. rex, to live animals in the Bat Zone, you will find something of interest.

Can't visit in person? There's still a lot to discover on the Institute's website. You can check out our programs, learn about the latest scientific discoveries, discover something new about the cosmos, explore a special object From the Institute's Collections or become a member. In fact, becoming a member couldn't be easier. All you have to do is...