About Nagaland Science Centre
Nagaland Science Centre is an interactive science museum located at Chumoukedima near Dimapur, Nagaland. Developed jointly by the National Council of Science Museums and the Nagaland Science and Technology Council and inaugurated on 14 September 2004, it aims to popularize science among students and the public. The centre features themed galleries, a 3D theatre, outdoor science park and hands-on exhibits demonstrating principles of physics, life sciences and technology.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect an educational campus with indoor galleries featuring interactive models on fun science, life science and technology, a 3D theatre for science films, and an outdoor Science Park with large working exhibits and dinosaur models. The setting is a maintained institutional complex with exhibition halls, demonstration areas and open park space suitable for students, families and group tours.
Key highlights
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Interactive Fun Science and Life Science galleries with hands-on exhibits
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3D theatre screening science and educational films
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Outdoor Science Park with working physics models and dinosaur park
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Hands-on demonstrations of scientific principles for students
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Joint initiative of National Council of Science Museums and Nagaland Science and Technology Council
History of Nagaland Science Centre
Established jointly by the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM), Kolkata and the Nagaland Science and Technology Council (NASTEC) and inaugurated on 14 September 2004, the centre was created to promote scientific temper, science education and awareness among the people of Nagaland, particularly students.
Route
| By air | Dimapur Airport (DMU) is the nearest airport, about 12-15 km away, with taxi services to the centre |
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| By train |