The building originally served as the La Industrial textile mill, one of the first factories in Quito.
The 'Bosque Interactivo' exhibit features a simulated ecosystem endemic to the Andean region.
The museum incorporates themes of renewable energy and sustainable resource management into its permanent displays.
It maintains a focus on 'didactic toys' in the Ludoteca section to teach mechanical principles to younger children.
The Museo Interactivo de Ciencia (MIC) is housed within the historic former Chillo Jijón textile factory in the Chimbacalle neighborhood of Quito. It specializes in hands-on science education, focusing on physics, biology, and local ecology through interactive exhibits. The museum is divided into distinct exhibition halls including 'Mente,' 'Ludoteca,' and 'Bosque Interactivo.' It occupies a significant industrial heritage site that reflects the early 20th-century development of the Ecuadorian capital. The site emphasizes experiential learning, allowing visitors to manipulate equipment to demonstrate scientific principles. It is part of the Fundación Museos de la Ciudad network.
The restored red-brick industrial facade and the towering chimneys of the former factory.
Wear comfortable walking shoes as the industrial complex covers a significant footprint.
Check the museum's official digital calendar before visiting, as they frequently host temporary workshops.
Visit with a group or family to fully engage with the multi-player interactive stations.
Do not rely on walking from the Historic Center, as the terrain is hilly and the neighborhood transition requires local knowledge.
Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Maintain a respectful volume, as the interactive nature of the exhibits can become noisy.
