The Tech Interactive, Science and technology museum in downtown San Jose, US
The Tech Interactive is a science and technology museum in downtown San Jose housed in a modern building designed by Ricardo Legorreta. The space features multiple floors with interactive laboratories and design studios where visitors can engage with exhibits on robotics, space exploration, and digital technology.
The museum was founded in 1990 as the Technology Center of Silicon Valley and relocated to downtown San Jose in 1998. This move to its current location marked a turning point in becoming a major public resource for the region.
The museum reflects the region's spirit of invention and problem-solving, showing how ideas become working solutions. Visitors experience how creativity and hands-on learning shape the way people approach challenges.
The museum is easily reached from South Market Street, with multiple parking options nearby and public transportation stops within walking distance. Plan to spend several hours to fully explore the interactive areas and exhibits.
The IMAX theater uses a specialized laser projection system to display films on a curved wraparound screen that surrounds viewers. This technology creates an immersive visual experience that pulls audiences directly into the content.
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