Space Center Houston has been ranked as the sixth-best science museum in the country in USA TODAY’s 2026 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards. Nominated by a panel of industry experts and editors of “USA TODAY 10BEST” before the public vote, Space Center Houston placed among the top 10 science museums in the country for its engaging exhibits, immersive experiences, and programming, making it a premier destination for space exploration.
“This recognition reflects the passion of our crew, the innovation behind our exhibits and programming, and the incredible support from our visitors,” said William Harris, President and CEO of Space Center Houston. “Being named among the country’s top science museums is a true honor, and we are grateful to everyone who voted for us.”
The Top 10 Science Museums of 2026 are ranked as follows:
1 Center for Science and Industry (COSI)
2 The Wild Center
3 Kamin Science Center
4 Michigan Science Center
5 Saint Louis Science Center
6 Space Center Houston
7 The Franklin Institute
8 The Mütter Museum
9 Moonshot Museum
10 Discovery World
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