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L. R. Ingersoll Physics Museum, Madison, WI

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L. R. Ingersoll Physics Museum

Hands-on physics museum on the second floor of Chamberlin Hall at UW–Madison, with over 65 exhibits.

1150 University Avenue, Chamberlin Hall, second floor, Madison, WI 53706 · Madison, WI

About L. R. Ingersoll Physics Museum

The L.R. Ingersoll Wonders of Physics Museum sits on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus and features hands-on exhibits covering topics from mechanics to modern physics. Many exhibits are designed by faculty and staff and built by departmental shops, staff, and students. The roughly 1,500-square-foot space holds more than 65 exhibits, some rotating each year. Visitors need no reservation, though guided tours can be scheduled for groups.

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  • #hands-on
  • #kid-friendly
  • #university campus
  • #free admission

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