Arizona Science Center Opens a New Exhibition 

Dogs! A Science Tail

Dogs! A Science Tail, a hands-on science exhibition highlighting the dynamic nature of the bond between humans and dogs, is now open at Arizona Science Center.

The highly interactive exhibition invites guests to experience how dogs see, hear, and smell the world. It shows how the ability of dogs and humans to understand and communicate with each other makes this one of the most successful interspecies partnerships of all time. This exhibition was created and developed by the California Science Center with support from Annenberg Foundation and Wallis Annenberg PetSpace. PetSmart Charities is sponsoring the national tour. Dogs! A Science Tail is generously sponsored locally by PetSmart, SRP, Two Pups Wellness Fund, and U.S. Bank.

“This wonderful exhibition on dogs exemplifies how science is everywhere,” said Guy Labine, Hazel A. Hare president and CEO of Arizona Science Center. “Adults and children alike can learn a great deal from Dogs! If you’ve ever seen a dog, this exhibition is for you.”

Experiences range from listening to hidden sounds that dogs can hear but humans can’t, excavating replicas of actual fossils to determine if they belong to wolves or dogs, walking a robot dog through an interactive neighborhood to understand how pets strengthen the community, or testing your pop-culture knowledge during a game of “Jeopawdy!” based on the show Jeopardy!

Onsite events, outreach, and live dog demonstrations are scheduled throughout the exhibition run to both educate and “wow” the audiences. Additional groups and events will be added throughout the exhibition. To view the latest schedule, visit AzScience.Org. Featured groups include the following:

• Abby The Therapy Dog
• Altered Tails Barnhart Clinic
• Animal Defense League of Arizona
• Arizona Animal Welfare League
• Arizona Humane Society
• Arizona Law Enforcement Canine Association
• Banner Therapy Dogs
• Desert Drug Dog
• Fix.Adopt.Save.
• Gabriel’s Angels
• HOPE Animal-Assisted Crisis Response
• HALO Animal Rescue
• Lost Our Home Pet Rescue
• Maricopa County Animal Care and Control
• PACC911 | Phoenix Animal Care Coalition
• Pawsitive Friendships
• Two Pups Wellness Fund

To complement the exhibition, the Science Center will feature the highly-anticipated documentary “Superpower Dogs,” which is narrated by Chris Evans and takes audiences on an immersive adventure to experience the lifesaving superpowers and extraordinary bravery of some of the world’s most amazing dogs. “Superpower Dogs” is now open with daily screenings at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

Guests are invited to share personal photos and stories of their dogs on a photo wall and on social media using the hashtags #DogsAScienceTail and #AzScienceDogs.

Dogs! A Science Tail will be open daily to the public from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for a limited engagement through April 30, 2023. Pricing for the exhibition is $6.95 for members and $8.95 for non-members. General admission tickets required. Children under three are always free. Tickets are available to purchase at Arizona Science Center and AzScience.org.

To view the exhibition image, CLICK HERE.

About Arizona Science Center 

The mission of Arizona Science Center is to inspire, educate, and engage curious minds through science. The Center is committed to providing a safe environment that aligns with expert protocols for COVID-19. Leadership actively monitors and evolves policies to ensure a focus on the health and safety of guests and team members. The Center, located at 600 E. Washington Street in downtown Phoenix, features more than 300 hands-on exhibits, live demonstrations, a range of interactive online science content, the state-of-the-art Dorrance Planetarium and the five-story Irene P. Flinn Giant Screen Theater. CREATE at Arizona Science Center®, adjacent to the main building, is the newest addition. This 6,500 square foot community makerspace provides workshops, including 3D printing, laser cutting, woodworking and sewing. The Center offers programs for all ages, including Camp Innovation, Teen programs, Professional Development and Learning for Educators, and adults’ night out: Science With A Twist. The Center also offers a broad range of online science learning resources for parents, educators, students and anyone curious about science. For further details, please visit azscience.org.

About Annenberg Foundation

Annenberg Foundation is a family foundation that provides funding and support to nonprofit organizations in the United States and globally. Since 1989, it has generously funded programs in education and youth development; arts, culture and humanities; civic and community life; health and human services; and animal services and the environment. In addition, the Foundation and its Board of Directors are directly involved in the community with innovative projects that further its mission of advancing a better tomorrow through visionary leadership today. Among them are Annenberg Alchemy, Annenberg Learner, Annenberg Space for Photography, AnnenbergTech, explore, GRoW @ Annenberg and the Metabolic Studio. For more information, visit annenberg.org.

About Wallis Annenberg PetSpace

Wallis Annenberg PetSpace is a unique community space featuring an interactive place for pet adoptions, an education center, and a leadership institute. Annenberg PetSpace focuses squarely on the mutually beneficial and dynamic bond between people and their pets, as well as the origins and science of that relationship. Annenberg PetSpace represents the latest extension of Wallis Annenberg’s philanthropic work, which has long supported organizations and projects dedicated to improving the wellbeing of people and communities in Los Angeles, surrounding regions and throughout the world. For more information, visit annenbergpetspace.org. 

About the California Science Center

The California Science Center is a dynamic destination where families, adults and children can explore the wonders of science through interactive exhibits, live demonstrations, innovative programs and awe-inspiring movies. The California Science Center and IMAX Theater are located in historic Exposition Park just west of the Harbor (110) Freeway at 700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles. The Science Center is open daily from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. with free general admission. Parking is $15. Learn more about the California Science Center.