General Info
The Tech Museum is singularly focused on inspiring the innovator in everyone it reaches. Truly hands-on and interactive
exhibits, divided among themed galleries, offer guests a truly memorable experience. The Hackworth IMAX Dome Theater
and various unique museum programs make a visit to the bright, mango-colored Tech one you won't soon forget.
The Tech Museum of Innovation
201 South Market Street
San Jose, CA 95113
(408) 294-8324
Hours and Times
2009 Regular Operating Hours |
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| Regular Exhibits | The Tech Museum is open:
Monday to Wednesday 9am-5pm
Thursday to Sunday 9am-8pm |
| Special Exhibit: STAR TREK®: THE EXHIBITION Opens October 23rd |
Monday - Wednesday: 9:00am - 5:00pm For details: thetech.org/StarTrek/ |
| IMAX Films | IMAX education films show times are hourly within our operating hours of
10:00a.m. - 4:00p.m. Times are updated monthly; schedule is subject to change. |
Holiday Hours
We are open the following holidays |
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| Monday, January 19, 2009 | Martin Luther King Day |
| Monday, February 16, 2009 | Presidents Day |
| Monday, May 25, 2009 | Memorial Day |
| Saturday, July 4th, 2009 | Independence Day |
| Monday, September 7, 2009 | Labor Day |
| Monday, October 12th, 2009 | Columbus Day |
| Saturday, October 31st, 2009 | Halloween |
| Wednesday, November 11th, 2009 | Veterans Day |
| Thursday, November 26, 2009 | Thanksgiving Day |
| Friday, January 1, 2010 | New Years Day |
We are closed the following holidays |
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| Friday, December 25, 2009 | Closed for Christmas Day |
Prices
General and IMAX
Ticket Type |
Price |
Museum + 1 IMAX |
$10.00 |
Additional (educational movie) IMAX (ages 3+) |
$5.00 |
Member educational movie IMAX (ages 3+) |
$2.00 |
Star Trek IMAX movie (feature length movie) (ages 3+) |
$8.00 |
Member Star Trek IMAX movie |
$5.00 |
Special Ticket Information & Prices
for STAR TREK: THE EXHIBITION
Includes admission to STAR TREK: THE EXHIBITION AND admission to all the galleries of The Tech Museum. Pricing does not include IMAX and simulators.
STAR TREK: THE EXHIBITION |
Price |
Adults |
$25.00 |
Seniors (65+) / College Students with ID |
$22.00 |
Children (ages 3-17) |
$19.00 |
STAR TREK: THE EXHIBITION Group Pricing - Groups save over 20% |
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Groups of 10 or more. Groups must book in advance for discounted rates. Call 408-294-TECH to book group tickets. | |
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$20.00 |
Children / School Field Trips |
$15.00 |
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$18.00 |
STAR TREK: THE EXHIBITION Member Pricing - Members save up to 40% |
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$15.00 |
Children (ages 3-17) |
$13.00 |
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$13.00 |
Advance ticketing recommended. Buy tickets now! | |
Get more info on membership.
Discount pricing may also be available for:
Free Admission Community Programs
Museums on Us - One Free AdmissionFirst Full Weekend every month
Presented by Bank of America
Bank of America Cardholders, get one free admission to our regular galleries
(not including IMAX) when you show your Bank of America ATM credit or check
card with a photo ID during the first full weekend of every month.
ScholarShare Free Second Sunday at The Tech Museum
Every Second Sunday
Enjoy Free admission to our regular galleries every second Sunday
Sponsored by the ScholarShare College Savings Plan, California's official
529 Plan and Fidelity Investments.
Carefully consider the Plan's investment objectives, risks, charges and
expenses before investing. For this information, contact Fidelity for a Fact
Kit. Read it carefully before investing. If you are not a California
resident, check with your home state to learn if it offers tax or other
benefits for investing in its 529 plan. Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC,
Member NYSE, SIPC, 300 Puritan Way, Marlborough, MA 01752.
Open Access
The Tech Museum maintains an open access policy regarding admissions prices.
Frequently Asked Questions
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