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Visit

The U.S. National Science Foundation National Center for Atmospheric Research (NSF NCAR) Mesa Lab sits nestled against the foothills to the Rocky Mountains in Boulder, Colorado. NSF NCAR's Visitor Center connects scientific research about Earth system science to the public through state-of-the-art exhibits, a variety of public tour options, and custom school field trips. For those who aren’t able to visit in person, we have several opportunities to virtually connect with us.

About Our Exhibits

Touch a cloud, consider chaos, steer a hurricane, explore Earth systems, take a look at the Sun, and browse art galleries. At the NSF National Center for Atmospheric Research in Boulder, CO, our exhibits will take you on a hands-on journey through the science of our world.

Visitor Accessibility

Questions about where to park and when times might be quieter? Check out this page to learn more.