About
Arecibo C3 operates as a STEM education and research center in the Esperanza neighborhood of Arecibo. The facility focuses on science, computing, and community engagement programs at the Arecibo Observatory Historic District. It offers educator training sessions such as DNA barcoding for high school teachers and runs limited exhibition previews along with Saturday STEM programs on selected days. The center provides hands-on research activities that explore biodiversity in Puerto Rico through DNA analysis. Visitors can access the site on weekdays and weekends according to the published schedule. Wheelchair accessible parking is available on the premises.
Highlights
- STEM education and research center at the Arecibo Observatory Historic District
- DNA barcoding educator training for high school teachers
- Limited exhibition previews and Saturday STEM programs
- Wheelchair accessible parking available
- Open Tuesday through Saturday with varying hours
At a glance
- Category
- Things to do · Museum
- Neighborhood / town
- Esperanza, Arecibo
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Listing
- Not claimed by the business yet
Good to know
- Open Sunday: No
Opening hours
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- Mon
- Closed
- Tue
- 09:00-14:00
- Wed
- 09:00-14:00
- Thu
- 09:00-14:00
- Fri
- 09:00-16:00
- Sat
- 09:00-17:00
- Sun
- Closed
Hours as listed for this business. Call ahead on holidays.
Tips
- Call ahead to confirm current program dates and ticket availability.
- Check the website for details on educator training registration and upcoming Saturday STEM programs.
- Review the schedule before visiting as the center is closed on Mondays and Sundays.
Address: HC-3 Box HC-3 Box 53996, Arecibo, 00612
Map
© OpenStreetMap contributorsLocation at a glance
- Drive to Old San Juan
- about 69 min (82 km)
- Nearest beach
- Mar Chiquita, Manatí · 32 km away
- Nearest guide
- Arecibo · 0.3 km
- Things to do
- 4 in Arecibo listed in our directory
- Closest things to do elsewhere
- Ermita San Antonio De Padua De La Tuna (Isabela, 27 km)
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Questions
What are Arecibo C3's hours?
Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 09:00-14:00; Wednesday: 09:00-14:00; Thursday: 09:00-14:00; Friday: 09:00-16:00; Saturday: 09:00-17:00; Sunday: Closed.
What languages are spoken at Arecibo C3?
English, Spanish.
What are the opening hours of Arecibo C3?
The center is closed on Monday and Sunday. It opens Tuesday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Does Arecibo C3 offer educator training programs?
Yes, it offers DNA barcoding educator training for the 2026-2027 program for high school teachers.
Where is Arecibo C3 located?
It is located in the Esperanza neighborhood of Arecibo at HC-3 Box 53996, Arecibo, 00612.
Is parking available at Arecibo C3?
Yes, wheelchair accessible parking is available.
What types of programs does Arecibo C3 run?
It runs limited exhibition previews, Saturday STEM programs, and hands-on research programs exploring biodiversity using DNA.
Also in Arecibo: nearby things to do
- Arecibo Center for Science Education, Computing, and Community Engagement · Historic site, Esperanza
- Arecibo Lighthouse and Historical Park · Museum, Arecibo
- Comunidad Misionera de Villaregia · Historic site, Sabana Hoyos
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Last checked: October 15, 2026
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