About Tech Dome Penang
Tech Dome Penang is a science discovery centre located inside the geodesic dome atop KOMTAR in George Town, Timur Laut District, Penang. Opened in July 2016 by the Penang State Government, it features over 120 interactive hands-on exhibits focused on science and technology. Housed in a refurbished dome, it serves as Penang's premier informal STEM learning centre for families, students and tourists.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect an indoor, air-conditioned science centre spread over two floors inside the KOMTAR dome. The space contains interactive exhibits covering robotics, optics, physics, life science and space, with hands-on stations, demonstration areas and workshop spaces. Visitors can explore themed galleries, try interactive installations, attend science shows and workshops, and view the city from the dome structure within the KOMTAR complex.
Key highlights
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Geodesic dome location atop KOMTAR in central George Town
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Over 120 interactive hands-on science and technology exhibits
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Dedicated galleries for robotics, life tech, optics and electromagnetism
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Science workshops and live science demonstrations
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Family-friendly STEM learning environment
History of Tech Dome Penang
Initiated by the Penang State Government through Penang Tech Centre Berhad, Tech Dome Penang was developed to revitalize the iconic geodesic dome atop KOMTAR. It officially opened in July 2016 as Penang's first large-scale science discovery centre to promote STEM education.
Culture & Context
Serves as Penang's main informal science education hub, promoting science, technology, engineering and mathematics learning among students and the general public and supporting the state's focus on science and technology development.
Route
| By air | Fly to Penang International Airport (PEN), then 30-40 minutes by taxi or bus to KOMTAR in George Town |
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