JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Museum of Science & History (MOSH) announced that it will close on Sept. 1 to focus on the development of its new state-of-the-art facility on Jacksonville’s Northbank.
Officials said the groundbreaking for the new museum is scheduled for 2026, with completion anticipated in 2028. The museum will play a vital role in raising Jacksonville’s presence on the global stage.
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MOSH is part of a bigger transformation taking place across the Northbank shipyards. A new culture and entertainment hub will emerge with projects like the Stadium of the Future, the Four Seasons development and the Emerald Trail expansion reshaping the riverfront.
The new museum will act as a community space, educational resource and economic catalyst for downtown Jacksonville.
"After decades of serving the community from our current location, MOSH is embarking on a bold new chapter to create a museum that will act as both cultural institution and social destination for Northeast Florida,” Dr. Alistair Dove, CEO of MOSH said. “As one of the largest museum development projects in America today, the new Museum will become a defining regional landmark that fuels civic pride and inspires lifelong learning. Through its programs and exhibitions, the new Museum will celebrate the rich history and cultural identity of the First Coast, while inspiring future generations to realize the extraordinary potential of this incredibly special region.”
MOSH raised more than $95 million in public and private support and unanimous backing from Mayor Donna Deegan and city council.
Officials anticipate the new museum will nearly triple annual visitation and create more than seven acres of immersive, indoor-outdoor experiences.
There will be 105,000 square feet of exhibition space, interactive discovery labs and innovative programs connecting science, history and the local environment.
While the current location will be closed, MOSH will remain active in the community through pop-up experiences, partnerships and educational events across Jacksonville.
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