It seems like winter will never end, with even more snow and rain  hitting the Midwest the last couple of days.  I am starting to get cabin fever, and have been looking for something to do that reminds me of what warm weather feels like.  And I think I’ve found it – the St Louis Science Center IMAX is currently showing “Under the Sea” and “Ultimate Wave Tahiti” is starting in two weeks. Both are in IMAX 3D and will make you feel as if you are really there!  “Under the Sea” will transport you to exotic undersea locations and give you a close-up of some amazing sea creatures.  And, it’s narrated by Jim Carrey, which is sure to make it fun! “Ultimate Wave Tahiti” features pro-surfer Kelly Slater looking for the best waves and exploring the history of Tahiti and the marine life around the island. Watching either of these movies is sure to make your feel like you’re in the tropics, at least for a litte while! Click here for Omnimax show times and pricing information.

And, while you’re at the Science Center, there are ton of other amazing exhibits to check out. The largest Dinosaur exhibition ever hosted in St. Louis is currently at the Science Center, and includes life-like sculptures, actual fossils, animatronic dinosaur models, life size skeletons, and more.  But, this exhibit only runs through March 12, 2010, so if you’re interested, you will need to get there in the next couple weeks.

But, even if you miss the Dinosaurs Unearthed Tour, there is always a life-sized, animated T. Rex and Triceratops on display. And, there are so many other interactive displays that kids and adults will love.  For example, your kids can explore hands-on science experiments in the Discovery Room or check out the two-story Planetarium and see what it’s like to work in a space station or gaze at over 9,000 stars.  Or you can build your own webpage in Cyberville, discover the wonders of flight, build a foam replica of the Arch, and so much more.  Check out the St. Louis Science Center webpage for more info on pricing, hours, and directions.