Fundraising Events
The RMSC continues to inspire our community by:
- Serving as our area’s resource for informal science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education
- Providing more than 200 hands-on exhibits that promote inquiry-based learning
- Investing in our area’s future through our preschool, science day camps and workforce preparation and visitation assistance programs
We’re proud to be the home of more than 1.2 million collection items, including many that tell the story of Rochester’s own innovative past.
Your support through our fundraising events helps us continue to serve our community. Get involved today!
Annual Events
The following signature events support RMSC's continual efforts to spark an interest in science and technology in the community. Visit our Museum Events & Programs page to see what's coming up.
Innovation Celebration
October 14, 2022 | Woodcliff Hotel & Spa
Our annual gala is an opportunity to celebrate everything going on at the Museum & Science Center, Strasenburgh Planetarium, and Cumming Nature Center. Your support helps to spark curiosity in science and technology in the community.
RMSC STEM Awards
Date Coming Soon | The Strathallan
The RMSC STEM Awards highlights the bright minds of our area’s educators and organizations that making a difference and exciting people about opportunities in STEM.
RMSC Uncorked & On Tap
March 2023
This tasting event pairs fermentation, food and fun in a fundraising event bringing dozens of local food, craft beer, wine and spirit vendors to the museum for an evening of sampling, entertainment and unique insights into the science of wine, beer and spirits.