Life Science Lab
About
Uncover the mysteries of life.
The Life Science Lab provides unique experiences across many areas of life science, including genetics, anatomy, ecology, and health. Discover more about these topics through artifacts and hands-on exploration.
The Life Science Classroom
The Life Science Classroom offers a variety of hands-on learning experiences for guests of all ages. Activities rotate throughout the year and allow for self-guided learning about topics such as environmental science, medicine, and marine biology.
Pacific Coral Reef Aquarium
Coral reefs are among the most diverse of all marine ecosystems, providing food and shelter for nearly a quarter of all ocean species. Visit the Pacific Coral Reef Aquarium in the Life Science Lab Classroom to learn more about the extraordinary reef ecosystem. Identify our reef organisms and learn about the many symbiotic relationships they form. Discover live corals, see if you can “find Nemo,” or spot a brittle sea star.
The Atrium
Check out our current displays of items from the Science Center’s collections, as well as hands-on activities.
Life Science Lab: Behind-the-Scenes
Go behind-the-scenes and see how we care for all of the different types of animals that live at the Science Center.
Lunchtime in the Life Science Lab
Did you know that Axolotls, Western Lesser Sirens, and African Clawed Frogs are all carnivores? Go behind-the-scenes with Charlie in our Life Science Lab to find out how these amphibians hunt for prey while he feeds them their favorite snack.
Water Change Day
The first rule of Life Science Lab is “Explore, Observe, Discover!” The second rule of Life Science Lab is “Always wear waterproof shoes.” Routine water changes are a major part of our critter care routine.
African Clawed Frog
What do clones, pregnancy tests, and the Space Shuttle Endeavor have in common? Go behind the scenes with Dakota in the Life Science Lab to find out!
Recent Updates: Behind-the-Scenes!
Plan Ahead
The Lab Classroom is occasionally closed to the public for private programs.
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Membership does more.
As a nonprofit, the Saint Louis Science Center relies on memberships, donations and ticket sales to support free galleries like Life Science Lab, our education programs, community outreach and daily operation.If you’d like to support the Science Center’s mission, learn more about membership, make a one-time gift in support of the Science Center, or get tickets to see a show.
Accessibility
The Life Science Lab is accessible to visitors with disabilities, as well as visitors with strollers, scooters, and walkers. Elevators and ramps serve all public areas.
