By: Brendan Losinski | Metro | Published January 16, 2024
DETROIT — After ranking second in 2022 and third in 2023 in USA Today’s annual “10 Best Competition” for the nation’s top science museums, the Michigan Science Center is once again vying to win.
This year, The Michigan Science Center is one of 20 museums nominated for the list, chosen by a panel of editors from both USA TODAY and 10Best.com, plus relevant expert contributors and others. The top 10 science museums will be determined by the public. Polls opened on Jan. 15 and will continue until 11:59 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 12 at. Voters must be 18 and up and can vote once a day until the contest closes.
Those interested can vote in the competition at www.10best.usatoday.com/awards/travel/best-science-museum-2024.
“It's an honor to be recognized once again in USA Today’s prestigious 10Best Competition. Being consistently ranked among the top science museums nationally reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence in STEM engagement,” Dr. Christian Greer, president and CEO of the Michigan Science Center, said in a press release. “This is our fourth consecutive nomination, and we are eager to demonstrate what sets us apart. Our popularity has continued to grow, not just due to our interactive exhibits and dynamic programs but also because of our amazing team. This year, we're counting on support from our local community and our fans across the country to help us reach the number one spot.”
The annual 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards rank travel destinations throughout the country, with categories covering food, lodging, destinations, travel gear and more.
The Michigan Science Center is a Smithsonian affiliate that works to inspire nearly 250,000 curious minds of all ages every year through science, technology, engineering, and math via discovery, innovation and interactive education. It is located at 5020 John R Street in Detroit.