CLEVELAND (January 16, 2026) – This spring, Great Lakes Science Center will offer guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in the legendary Ship of Dreams. TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition, presented by Bank of America, opens on May 21 with additional support from Ohio 529 CollegeAdvantage.
The Exhibition offers a powerful and emotional journey through one of history’s most iconic tragedies. Featuring over 200 authentic artifacts recovered from the wrecksite that tell the story of the Ship and her passengers and crew, life-size reconstructions of the Ship’s most famous rooms, and the most historically accurate Titanic VR experience ever, guests will be provided with a deeper understanding of the Ship and her legacy.
Great Lakes Science Center will be The Exhibition premiere of the Titanic VR experience, produced in collaboration with Titanic: Honor & Glory, offering an unprecedented opportunity to be immersed in the Ship’s grandeur. This is the most detailed and complete VR tour of Titanic ever created, including areas of the Ship that weren’t previously visible to the public.
"This carefully curated set of real artifacts tells the story of Titanic from her construction, the human stories of her passengers and crew, and the trauma of her sinking and decades under the ocean,” said Tomasina Ray, President of RMS Titanic, Inc. and Director of Collections. “We’re excited to share not only the real artifacts, but the enhancement of the partnership with Titanic: Honor & Glory which allows visitors to experience the artifacts as they were in 1912—when they sank after only four days at sea.”
TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition also explores the contemporary effort to recover artifacts and conserve the site for scientific analysis and historical preservation ensuring future generations can learn from Titanic.
“We are excited to bring genuine Titanic artifacts to Northeast Ohio alongside a groundbreaking immersive experience that provides vital context,” said Science Center President & CEO Kirsten Ellenbogen. “This is an important and unique cultural and educational experience that has drawn record crowds in other cities, so we are honored to be bringing this global phenomenon here.”
The Exhibition is produced by E/M Group and RMS Titanic Inc. (RMST) RMST is the steward and salvor-in-possession of the Titanic wrecksite and are responsible for preserving the legacy of the Ship, the recovery and conservation of artifacts, and for honoring the memory of Titanic and those onboard. The world-renowned exhibition has been experienced by more than 37 million people worldwide. The company has conducted nine research and recovery expeditions since 1987 and has recovered more than 5,500 artifacts.
In addition to showcasing more than 200 authentic artifacts recovered from the wrecksite, the Exhibition at the Science Center will include the stories of passengers with ties to Ohio, offering a meaningful local perspective on Titanic’s legacy.
Tickets for the Exhibition go on sale today on the Science Center’s website. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 children and $12 for Science Center Members. Guests receive $5 off when combined with general admission tickets to the Science Center. Tickets for the Titanic VR experience are $12. Audio tours will be available for $5.
About Great Lakes Science Center
Great Lakes Science Center celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2026, having reached more than 10 million visitors, and serving as a STEM education leader in Northeast Ohio. The Science Center produced Total Eclipse Fest in 2024, one of the largest free eclipse events in the country and is home to the NASA Glenn Visitor Center. The Science Center makes science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) come alive for more than 300,000 visitors a year through hundreds of hands-on exhibits, temporary exhibitions, the Cleveland Clinic DOME Theater, historic Steamship William G. Mather, daily science demonstrations, seasonal camps and more. The Science Center, a 501(c)(3) non-profit institution, earned a Charity Navigator Four Star Rating in 2025, receiving top scores for financial efficiency, sustainability and trust worthiness. The Science Center is supported in part by the residents of Cuyahoga County through a public grant from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture. Visit GreatScience.com for more information.