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Choose the IMAG History & Science Center for your next outing. Sure to inspire creativity and wonder in your group, the IMAG is a family-friendly destination featuring interactive exhibits, activities, aquariums, and history displays for all ages. Through the lenses of history and science, we help guests understand and explore the rich culture and habitat of Southwest Florida focusing on science, technology, engineering, mathematics, history, humanities, and the arts.
Experience the excitement of Science on a Sphere and the IMAG Google Earth Wall; take a walk through Southwest Florida History; and star in a weather forecast in the IMAG TV Studio. Visit the Living Lab to see a bearded dragon, ball python, lizards, turtles, frogs, snakes, and more and enjoy the native and exotic fish in the 3,200-gallon aquarium built by Animal Planet’s Tanked TV Show. Be sure to also catch and IMAG LIVE! animal or science show. Play in the interactive, augmented-reality sandbox feed a stingray in the Sea-to-See Touch Tank; and more!
Group Rate
December – July
Admission
General Admission: $12
Student Admission: $10
August – November
Admission
General Admission: $10
Student Admission: $8
Group Rate Requirements
$10 / $12 Admission per person (General, Student) depending on season shown above
Minimum 15 attendees, capped at 100 (theater capacity)
- Includes all-day admission to the museum
- Must be paid in one transaction
- Must all arrive together (will be wristbanded)
- Does not have to be a school or have a FEIN # to qualify for the rate
- Must be scheduled 2 weeks in advance
DAILY SCHEDULE & MAP
*Daily Schedule is subject to change depending on weather and special events.
Plan Ahead
Please check our daily schedule for any changes to the day. Or call us at 239.243.0043
Parking
Parking is free at the IMAG.
Snack House Cafe
The Snack House is open Monday – Sunday from 12pm – 3pm (closed Tuesdays). IMAG Admission must be purchased in order to eat at the Snack House.
Menu subject to availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q What can my young child do here?
We have a range of family-friendly activities suited for all ages: the interactive Weather Hall and 3D movies as well as the aquariums and reptiles in the Living Lab are all especially suitable for younger children.
Older children who like to build will have endless fun in the creative expanse of the Hands-On Hall, while animal lovers will be amazed at the chance to touch and feed stingrays in the SEA-to-SEE Touch Tank. There’s something for everyone at the IMAG.
Q Do I need reservations?
No reservations needed! You can purchase tickets online or at the door.
Q What does membership get me?
Not only does your IMAG Membership cover your family admission for the whole year on a rolling basis (if you join on October 4th, 2022, you’ll be set through October 4th, 2023), it also gets you reciprocal admission at 300 other locations around the country as part of the ASTC Passport program. You can find the whole list here.
As a bonus, you get 10% off in our gift store, as well as discounts on IMAG camps, classes, workshops, and group events you choose to attend.
And, of course, you get the joy of knowing you’re supporting IMAG’s efforts to foster the love of science and history in our local community.
Q Do I have to pay for both admission and membership?
If you’re excited about the IMAG community and decide to purchase membership before the end of your visit, we will refund your admission for the day. We’re thrilled to have you!
Q Can I donate an animal?
Please email our Director of Awesome at sara@theimag.org or Assistant Director of Education at christian@theimag.org to discuss animal donation.
Q How do I volunteer?
Simply fill out the volunteer form on this website and our Volunteer Coordinator will reach out to you!
Q Do you have discounted admission for SNAP beneficiaries?
Yes! As members of Museums for All, we offer discounted admission for SNAP beneficiaries. Simply present your EBT card while purchasing tickets.
Q Can I smoke on the campus?
The IMAG History and Science Center is a fully tobacco-free campus. This includes vaping. We appreciate your cooperation!
Q What can I feed?
You can feed the koi and turtles in the Fisheye Lagoon anytime by purchasing fish food from the front desk for $1.
Stingray feedings occur at 11:45 AM and 2:45 PM, and limited tickets for these feedings can also be purchased at the front desk. These are first-come, first-serve.
Menu

PLEASE ASK THE FRONT DESK HOW YOU CAN MAKE A DONATION TODAY TO SUPPORT THE IMAG.
*Stingray Feeding
**3D Movie: 23 Minutes
TIME | PROGRAMS | LOCATION |
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10:45 AM | SEA-to-SEE Encounters | Touch Tank |
11:00 AM | IMAG Live! Animal Show | Theater-in-the-Tank |
11:45 AM | SEA-to-SEE Encounters* | Touch Tank |
12:15 PM | Science on a Sphere | Second Floor |
12:15 PM | Dinosaurs of the Antarctic** | Theater-in-the-Tank |
12:45 PM | SEA-to-SEE Encounters | Touch Tank |
12:45 PM | Mummies: Secrets of the Pharaohs** | Theater-in-the-Tank |
1:15 PM | Tornado Alley** | Theater-in-the-Tank |
1:45 PM | SEA-to-SEE Encounters | Touch Tank |
2:00 PM | IMAG Live! Science Show | Theater-in-the-Tank |
2:30 PM | Science on a Sphere | Second Floor |
2:45 PM | SEA-to-SEE Encounters* | Touch Tank |
3:00 PM | Dinosaurs of the Antarctic* | Theater-in-the-Tank |
3:30 PM | Meet-the-Keeper | Featured Habitat |
3:30 | Mummies: Secrets of the Pharaohs** | Theater-in-the-Tank |
3:45 PM | SEA-to-SEE Encounters | Touch Tank |
4:00 PM | Tornado Alley** | Theater-in-the-Tank |
Looking for Field Trips?
Field Trips are reserved for School Groups or Child Care providers with a FEIN # to show they are registered school or child care providers.