Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences
Charleston, WVDiscover the excitement at the Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences, where you can experience music, theater, art and science all under one roof!
Visit our magnificent theater for outstanding performances from star musicians and comedic greats, enjoy fun educational science exhibits, check out the art gallery and more!
The Clay Center’s Avampato Discovery Museum houses two floors of interactive science exhibits, a world class art museum and state-of-the-art ElectricSky™ Theater, which shows large format films and planetarium shows on a 61-foot dome.
GALLERY HOURS
Tues-Sat: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sun: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Mon: CLOSED
BOX OFFICE HOURS
Mon-Fri: 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Sat: 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sun: 11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Planetarium shows and large format films are additional; combination tickets are available. Group discounts are available for many activities.
Visit the Clay Center today for an unforgettable family experience!
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