Best Science Centers & Discovery Zones

Flint Hills Discovery Center

Science museum

4.6(224 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 10 a.m. Wed
Flint Hills Discovery Center

About

Exhibits of natural & cultural history. Set in a sustainable building, this museum explores the region's ecosystem & its cultural history.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Flint Hills Discovery Center:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    315 S 3rd St, Manhattan, KS 66502, United States
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    Phone
    (785) 587-2726
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    Hours
    Monday:Closed
    Tuesday:10 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Wednesday:10 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Thursday:10 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Friday:10 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Saturday:10 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Sunday:12–5 p.m.

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Highlights

  • Active military discounts: Has active military discounts

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance: Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair-accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair-accessible washroom: Has wheelchair-accessible washroom

Offerings

  • Gift shop: Has gift shop

Amenities

  • Gender-neutral washroom: Has gender-neutral washroom
  • Offers tours: Offers tours
  • Washroom: Has washroom
  • Wi-Fi: Has Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant: No restaurant

Crowd

  • Family-friendly: Family-friendly

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids

Parking

  • Free parking lot: Free parking lot
  • Free street parking: Free street parking
  • On-site parking: On-site parking

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