Memorial University's Johnson Geo Centre is the province’s premier science centre, located on Signal Hill in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. It is a not-for-profit organization, and a registered charity.

The Geo Centre’s mission is to educate and inform the public on the importance of Newfoundland and Labrador’s geology, and to foster curiosity in science in general and the world around us.

Opened in 2002, the Geo Centre houses exhibit galleries related to our planet and our provincial geology, oil and gas exploration, natural resources, space exploration, and more. Features also include an educational play area for children aged 7 and under, periodic hosting of travelling exhibits, and a gift shop. The building offers interpretation through public presentations, and hands-on, curriculum-based programming for school groups.

Education

Since the Johnson Geo Centre opened, it has continued to expand its exhibits and programs. The Johnson Geo Centre has made great strides to provide valuable contributions to the science, engineering, and education communities. Our exhibits engage and inform visitors about Earth Science topics and concepts, and our Geo Classes provide fun, hands-on learning experiences based on approved curriculum. We are continuously searching for new ways to educate students and visitors in the sciences. Consistent with our focus on promoting care for our planet and its resources, our facility incorporates state-of-the-art geothermal heating technology.

Affiliations

The Johnson Geo Centre is a member of the Newfoundland and Labrador Museums Association (MANL), the Canadian Association of Science Centres (CASC), the Association of Science and Technology Centres (ASTC), and the Canadian Museums Association (CMA).