That site was outgrown within 4 years and in 1987 a Relocation Committee was formed and determined that Mobile's historic downtown area would be well suited for an expanded, state of the art science center and IMAX theater. A capital campaign was launched at this time with the procurement of corporate and individual contributions and commitments by officials at the city, county and federal level.
That location was surpassed within four years, and in 1987 a Relocation Committee was established to decide that Mobile's historic downtown area would be ideal for an enlarged, cutting-edge science center and IMAX theater. A capital campaign began at this time with the solicitation of corporate and personal donations and commitments from city, county, and federal officials.