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Welcome to the Montshire!
The Montshire is now open 7 days a week.
Out of an abundance of caution, masks are required at the Montshire for people ages 3 and up.
We require masks because:
- Visitors ages 0–5 are not eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine.
- We serve visitors from areas that have not been identified as low risk for COVID.
Thank you for helping us keep our staff and visitors safe!
All visitors, including those walking the trails, need to check in at the Museum’s Admissions Desk.
Please note that there is no capacity limit indoors and the Museum can be crowded, especially on rainy days, weekends, and holidays. Please choose to visit according to what is most comfortable for you and those visiting with you.
Plan your visit and learn about the different ways to check in when you arrive.
Hours and Admission
Open 7 days a week.
General Admission
September through May
- $17 for adults
- $14 for children 2–17
- Free for members and children under 2 years of age.
Summer Admission
June through September
- $19 for adults
- $16 for children 2–17
- Free for members and children under 2 years of age.
Discounts and special admission rates
Military Discount
$2 off general admission for US military service members, veterans, and their families. Limit 6 visitors.
Details on military and veteran discount.
Warm Welcome
$3 admission for VT or NH residents with EBT card, adult Medicaid card, or free/reduced price school meals letter. Limit 6 visitors.
Learn more.
Two-Day Pass
This pass offers two days of admission to the Montshire. The second museum visit must happen 10 days after the first visit.
General Admission: September through May
- $25.50 for adult two-day pass
- $21 for children two-day pass (ages 2–17)
Summer Admission: June through September
- $28.50 for adult two-day pass
- $24 for children two-day pass (ages 2–17)
Directions and Parking
The Montshire’s address is 1 Montshire Road, Norwich, VT 05055. Free parking is available at the Museum.
The Museum is conveniently located just off Interstate 91 at Exit 13 (look for the “Museum of Science” signs) in Norwich, Vermont, five miles north of White River Junction. The Museum is directly across the Connecticut River from Hanover, New Hampshire, home of Dartmouth College.
Public transportation options are available via Advance Transit buses, which stop at the top of Montshire Road each weekday (except major holidays). Advance Transit riders should plan for a five-minute walk from the bus stop to the Museum entrance.
Accessibility
At the Montshire, we believe that joyful moments of learning and discovery should be accessible to everyone. That’s why we’ve taken care to expand access and to ensure that the experiences we offer are relevant, comfortable, and welcoming for all visitors.
Visit our Museum Accessibility page for more information.
General Rules
- Eating and drinking are not permitted inside the Museum building
- It is our expectation that adults attend children at all times.
- No pets, except service animals, are permitted in the building or on the trails.
- The Museum building and Hughes Pavilion are smoke-free areas.
Visitor Guidelines
Visit Only if Healthy
Museum visitors must show no symptoms of illness. Visitors must not enter the Montshire building or grounds if they are unwell or experiencing any symptoms of illness.
Face Coverings and Masks
Visitors ages three and up are required to wear a face mask when inside the building. Face masks must be worn outside when interacting with Museum staff or other visitors.
Practice Healthy Hand Hygiene
We ask that all visitors wash their hands or use hand sanitizer upon entry and frequently throughout their visit. We have increased the availability of hand-washing and hand-sanitizing stations throughout our building and grounds.
Maintain Social Distance
We encourage everyone in your group to maintain at least a six feet distance from other visitors or Museum staff.
Stay Together with Your Group
Visitor groups should stay together. Children must stay with their adults at all times.
Montshire Visitor Guide
Review our visitor guide to learn more about current exhibitions and experiences at the Montshire.
Welcome to the Anderson Center!
The Anderson Center is the Montshire’s new community space, designed to offer a more accessible and inclusive experience.
This modern museum hub includes gender inclusive restrooms, a more spacious coat room, and a renovated Community Room for education programs and special events. Enjoy an even more comfortable Montshire experience with our new amenities!
Plan Your Visit
First-time
Visitors
From exhibit suggestions to a list of things to bring, find out how you can make the most of your Montshire visit.
Learn moreSchool &
Group Visits
Touring New England, planning a field trip, or celebrating a family reunion? Learn about our different pricing plans and program options for groups.
Learn moreHow to Get the Most Out of Your Visit
Your visit is designed to be a fun and inspiring learning experience that ignites your curiosity about science. Here are a few tips to get the most out of your visit.
Learn moreWhat's Happening at the Montshire
Featured Upcoming Event on May 28 at 10:00 am
Special Exhibition Opens! Leonardo da Vinci: Machines in Motion
Leonardo da Vinci: Machines in Motion is a unique interactive experience with full-size machines, constructed after an in-depth study of da Vinci’s designs by a group of scientists and skilled craftsmen. The materials used to create these machine replicas are the same items available during the Renaissance and the ones proposed by da Vinci himself.
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