The Science Center opened its doors to the public in 1984 as a small  storefront exhibition space located in the parking garage level of the downtown Phoenix Hyatt. The Science Center’s first year of operation saw more than 87,000 visitors.
The Science Center opened its doors to the public in 1984 as a small retail space showcasing exhibits, situated in the parking garage level of the downtown Phoenix Hyatt. The Science Center’s inaugural year saw more than 87,000 visitors.