Science Spectrum
Museums, Historical Sites, and ZoosTexas, United States11-50 Employees
Science Spectrum is a nonprofit educational organization based in Lubbock, Texas, operating a museum and the OMNI Theater to promote public understanding of science, technology, and industry. Founded in the mid-1980s by a group in West Texas, it opened pilot exhibits in 1988 and has since provided hands-on learning experiences aimed at introducing young people to science-related careers and improving community quality of life. The organization is a member of the Association of Science-Technology Centers, reflecting its involvement in a network of participatory science museums. Its audience includes local families and students, with partnerships such as a 2023 collaboration with Texas Tech University and local high school engineering clubs to offer a free event for families. Located in Lubbock, the Science Spectrum operates as a small nonprofit focused on educational exhibits and community outreach within the museums, historical sites, and zoos sector.