The Museum of Science & History (MOSH) in Jacksonville revealed on Friday that it will permanently close its present facilities to the public this summer.
This marks neither the conclusion nor the halt for MOSH; instead, a new museum site is imminent.
As per officials, work on the construction will commence soon.
MOSH Genesis
In 2026, at the Northbank, prior to an anticipated grand opening in Summer 2028.
MOSH has been operating at its present site on the Southbank since 1969.
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After many years of serving the community from our present site, MOSH is beginning an ambitious new phase to establish a museum that will serve as a cultural hub and social gathering place for Northeast Florida,” stated Dr. Alistair Dove, CEO of MOSH. “Being among the biggest museum development initiatives currently underway in the U.S., this new facility will transform into a prominent local icon fostering civic pride and encouraging continuous education.
The new MOSH is merely a part of the whole
city’s investment
In the Northbank shipyards and across Downtown Jacksonville, MOSH anticipates that the new site, which has secured over $95 million in both public and private funding, will almost triple its yearly visitors.
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“MOSH is a component of an extensive transformation occurring at the Northbank shipyards. This area will transform into a cultural and entertainment center through initiatives such as the Stadium of Tomorrow, the Four Seasons project, and the expanded Emerald Trail, which aim to revamp the riverside,” the museum stated on Friday.
Once this year concludes, MOSH intends to keep supporting the local community through various initiatives such as pop-up activities, collaborative efforts, and educational gatherings across the city.
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