MOBILE, Ala. — The Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center is closed through Friday, Aug. 21, for its annual maintenance. It will reopen Saturday.

The Exploreum’s normal operating hours are Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, from noon to 5 p.m.

Family memberships are available for only $100, and include unlimited visits to the Exploreum; discounts on merchandise, camps and birthday parties; and free admission to more than 270 science centers around the world.

For more information about the Gulf Coast Exploreum, visit www.exploreum.com.