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Greenville, South Carolina
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Members receive 10% off all t-shirt and hat purchases. Mention that you are a member to receive your discount.
PLUS earn an additional 25 points each time you wear your t-shirt to the Nature Exchange!
The Roper Mountain Science Center Association (RMSCA) is pleased to share a scholarship opportunity for high school seniors during the 2026–2027 school year.
The RMSCA Scholarship supports local students who are passionate about learning, exploring new ideas and making a
difference. Multiple one-time scholarships will be awarded to students who demonstrate an interest in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics), a commitment to their education and a desire to positively contribute to their community.
This month's volunteer spotlight goes to Dane Burman! Dane started as a volunteer this past summer. He excelled so much that he was offered an internship during this school year. We are so proud of Dane for how much he's grown into his internship role and the service he has given
involving animals. Not sure what but something in the animal science field or medicine. Interning here, I'll definitely get to figure out what it's like to work in this environment and learn about teaching others about the world around us.
Dane will primarily be working at
The Star is back!
After being removed for repairs, the Buck Mickel Star is back in its place on Roper Mountain! Thanks to the generosity of several donors, including one very special anonymous gift, the Star has been repaired and rebulbed and is ready to shine again.
Roper Mountain will be participating in the "Fall for Kindness" event at Fluor Field on Sunday, Oct. 25, from 3 to 5 p.m. We will have a magnet activity and nature artifacts for visitors to interact with. We can't wait to see you there!
Did you know that Harrison Hall is home to more than 150 different animal species?
Our diverse living collection includes over 300 individual animals, and that doesn’t even include our 39 group colonies of invertebrates and small fish that are simply too numerous to count
notice everything in just one visit. Some animals are colorful and easy to spot, while others might be hiding, camouflaged, or tucked into an unexpected corner.
How many species can you spot?
The next time you visit Harrison Hall, slow down and take a closer look. See how many
Thank you to everyone who came out to Science Magic during Friday's Afternoon Explorations - we had a magical time with you!
Congratulations to our pumpkin contest winner Bethany Fisher!
Our second and third place winners were Caren Morrison and Ana Poor.
Vote for Roper Mountain in these categories now through Tuesday, Oct. 20:
-Best Educational Fun
-Best Outdoor Playground
-Best Field Trip
-Best STEM program
-Best Family Membership
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