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Gateway Science Museum

Tourist attraction

4.4(151 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 11 a.m. Thu
Gateway Science Museum

About

Interactive, kid-friendly museum. Part of CSU Chico, a small, kid-oriented museum with hands-on science activities & exhibitions.

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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 Gateway Science Museum:

  • 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
    625 Esplanade, Chico, CA 95926, United States
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    Phone
    (530) 898-4121
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    Hours
    Monday:Closed
    Tuesday:Closed
    Wednesday:Closed
    Thursday:11 a.m.–4 p.m.
    Friday:11 a.m.–4 p.m.
    Saturday:11 a.m.–4 p.m.
    Sunday:Closed

Features

Accessibility

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

Amenities

  • Washroom: Has washroom
  • Restaurant: No restaurant

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids

Nearby

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