Nikon Small World

Discover winning photographs and videos from the Nikon Small World Microphotography Competition in MOSI’s Arc Gallery, on the second floor of the Holloway Digital Dome Theatre. Enlarged images reveal algae, pollen, fungi, tiny animals and other details beyond unaided sight. The museum’s official image is Ole Bielfeldt’s first-place microscopic view of an inkjet printer depositing ink onto paper. On view December 4, 2026–January 31, 2027, during museum hours, daily 10:00–17:00 Eastern time; MOSI is closed Christmas Day and Thanksgiving. Allow around 30 minutes for this self-guided exhibition. Included in ordinary adult museum admission, $20 for ages 18+. Optional miniature golf, VR and extra planetarium shows are separate. Free visitor parking.