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30 Years of Ciência Viva
Legacy and vision for the future

Ciência Viva was launched on 1 July 1996 with the mission of bringing science closer to society, taking it into schools, onto the streets and into people?s everyday lives. Three decades on, that mission remains as relevant as ever.

Network of Ciência Viva Centers extended to Campo Maior
Ciência Viva already has 22 Ciência Viva Centers in the Network.

The Coffee Science Center - Ciência Viva Center, in Campo Maior, is the most recent center to join the National Network of Ciência Viva Centers. The signing of the accession protocol took place on November 11, 2025, during the 26th Meeting of the Network of Ciência Viva Centers, with the presence of all directors from the Network.

New Guidebook, new Journey: Welcome to Faial, Azores!
Take advantage of the novelty for your vacations and the passport offer. Join now!

This summer, explore the new Faial Journey and enjoy happy moments with your family or friends in the amazing landscape of the blue island! The Centro de Interpretação do Vulcão dos Capelinhos ? CCV is the great novelty of the 9th edition of the Ciência Viva Journeys Guidebook.

International Programme for Professional Development
Find out more!

The International Programme for Professional Development is aimed at professionals from museums and science centers and to those who work in the science education field who privilege the contact with the scientific community and the public.

Solidarity Ticket Office
Because science is for everyone!

The Pavilion of Knowledge now has a Solidarity Ticket Office, offering 20 free daily tickets always available, for individuals or families facing economic challenges who wish to visit this science centre.



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