About Us

This website is devoted to science museums (museums devoted primarily to science). Here you can find information about various exhibitions, programs, the best science museums in the world, science caps for kids, and even more. This website was created for informative purposes only and is not intended to constitute advertising.  The contents of this website contain general information about science museums and may not reflect current events and situations. We hope you find this resource useful and interesting.

Our Mission

The mission of SciWorks is to promote literacy, life-long learning, and an appreciation of science by providing innovative, educational, and recreational experiences for all people through interactive programs and exhibits, collections, and an environmental park.

Quick Historical Facts About SciWorks

• In 1962, the concept of a nature and science facility was introduced to the Winston-Salem Recreation Commission by the Junior League.
• In 1964, The Nature Science Center opened its doors.  Originally 4,000 square feet, visitors saw a small area for display of collections, the planetarium, a classroom, live animals, and offices.
• In 1974, relocation to SciWorks’ present site was achieved.
• In 1991, the Board of Directors revised the mission statement of the science center which resulted in the new name SciWorks, The Science Center and Environmental Park of Forsyth County, Inc.
• In 1992, the new building and Environmental Park opened.

For an in-depth history of SciWorks, please click here.