Bangalore, 30th July, 2025: Curiouscity Discovery Centre, a one-of-its-kind science museum located in Bangalore, celebrates its third anniversary today, marking three remarkable years of advancing scientific curiosity and bridging the critical gap in experiential education across the region. Since its inception on 30th July, 2022, the Centre has welcomed over 75,000 visitors, conducted 80+ specialised workshops in 60 schools, and directly impacted more than 12,000 students including children from underserved communities who received free access through scholarships and outreach programmes.
According to the 2024 ASER Report, over 50% of Grade 8 students in India struggle to apply basic science concepts to real-world problems, a gap largely attributed to rote-based teaching methods. As the NEP 2020 pushes for more inquiry-driven, experiential learning models, spaces like Curiouscity are emerging as vital complements to traditional classrooms.
In response to this need, Curiouscity encourages children to question, explore, and discover through direct participation. Over the past three years, the Centre has become a welcoming space for learners of all ages to engage with scientific concepts in ways that are both meaningful and fun. With over 300 hands-on exhibits, 25+ live science shows each month, three themed escape rooms, and two acres of interactive green space, it has established itself as one of Bangalore’s top-rated family destinations and a foundational space for education in the region.
“The response from the community has been overwhelming and deeply gratifying,” shared Shonali Chinniah, Founder of Curiouscity Discovery Centre. “Every week, we receive feedback from parents and teachers about how a single visit has sparked a child’s lifelong interest in science. We’ve seen shy students become confident experimenters and reluctant learners turn into passionate explorers. This transformation is exactly what practical learning can achieve — it doesn’t just teach facts, it nurtures critical thinking, creativity, and a genuine love for discovery.”
Curiouscity’s comprehensive approach to science education includes multiple learning environments tailored to different age groups and learning styles. The centre’s popular Illusions Room and Dark Room challenge perception and demonstrate principles of physics and psychology, while the Escape Room allows visitors to solve real-world problems using scientific reasoning. The Animal Zone, which features native species, gives children an opportunity to reconnect with nature and learn about biodiversity.
“When we launched Curiouscity three years ago, our vision was simple yet ambitious – to create a space where learning happens naturally through curiosity and exploration rather than rote memorization,” said Anil Chinniah, Co-founder of Curiouscity Discovery Centre. “Seeing 75,000 visitors walk through our doors and watching thousands of students light up during our workshops reinforces our belief that experiential learning is not just the future of education, but an urgent necessity in today’s rapidly evolving world.”
Curiouscity has quickly emerged as a leader in experiential STEM education, actively partnering with schools to co-create interactive, NEP-aligned learning modules. Today, regular visits to the centre are embedded in the curriculum of many schools across Bangalore — significantly enhancing students’ scientific literacy and motivating educators to adopt more hands-on approaches.
To commemorate this milestone, the Anniversary Celebration on Sunday, 2nd August, 2025, will feature special science shows, team challenges, interactive games, educational quizzes, and exciting giveaways. The celebration invites both long-time visitors and first-timers to discover what makes Curiouscity a cornerstone of Bangalore’s educational and cultural landscape.
