About Us
The Potomac Science Center is a destination for environmental science research along the Chesapeake Bay watershed.
Located along Belmont Bay near the mouth of the Occoquan River, this 50,000 square-foot research facility houses laboratories for teaching and research, lecture rooms, event space, outdoor trails, and a library/resource center. The facility meets LEED Silver certification standards.
The Potomac Science Center supports educational outreach to local schools and opportunities for collaboration with government agencies and private industry.
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Academic Programs
Environmental Science and Geography and GeoInformation Science
Research
The Potomac Science Center provides a strategic location for research in Environmental Science and Geography and GeoInformation Science (GIS).
Event Space
Academic departments, government agencies, businesses, community, and non-profit organizations may host events at this spacious, modern facility.