
National High Magnetic Field Laboratory
Known For
- •"potato gun" demonstration
- •"frozen helium balloons" experiment
- •"superconducting magnet" tours
Insider Tips
Best Time
Annual open house in mid to late February offers full access and family activities.
Ideal For
Pro Tip
"Don’t miss the potato gun demo—it’s a highlight for both kids and adults."
The lab hosts free public tours of the facility on the third Wednesday of each month at 11:30 a.m. No reservations are required for this standing tour; just show up wearing close-toed shoes!) and check in at the reception desk. These tours include a general overview of the Magnet Lab and the research conducted here as well as explanations of the different types of magnets used here, including resistive magnets, superconducting magnets, pulsed magnets and our world-record hybrid magnet. The lab is located in Tallahassee's Innovation Park at 1800 E. Paul Dirac Drive. The standing monthly tours are not intended for school groups or other large groups. Read more about tours for those groups below.
Price Level
$
Website
nationalmaglab.orgContact
+1 850-644-0311
Hours
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Drifter Insights
Major destination with tourist appeal