Where can I lie on a bed of nails?

April 25, 2024 4:38 PM

What it says on the tin: I’d like to try lying on a bed of nails — either actual nails or plastic ones (as opposed to an acupressure mat). Preferably in PDX or NYC, but open to all U.S.!

As I said, Portland, Oregon and New York City area would be amazing and preferable. Willing to pay for the experience of course, whether it’s through a medical provider or just a fun “tourist” activity.

Looks like the only ones I can find are at the various Wonderworks locations, but would love more listings here.

Thanks in advance!

posted by knownassociate to Grab Bag (5 answers total)

This is a common exhibit in a lot of interactive science museums (like here at Discovery Place in Charlotte, NC). I wonder if the Liberty Science Center in NJ would have a similar exhibit?
posted by raccoon409 at 4:56 PM on April 25

Yep, my kid did this last year at the Discovery Cube science museum in Santa Ana.

You could also make your own!
posted by Dr. Wu at 10:00 PM on April 25

The Maryland Science Center in Baltimore has one on the first floor- it’s in the paid admission area.
posted by childofTethys at 3:18 AM on April 26

Boston science museum, too.
posted by brainwane at 5:56 AM on April 26

Coney Island Sideshow has a school where apparently you can get certified to lie on a bed of nails, among other things.
posted by Sophont at 1:07 AM on April 28