Educational Family Fun with Hands-On Learning at Non-Profit Science Center

Discovery Center Springfield, Missouri
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As your local science center, the mission is to inspire curiosity and a life-long love of learning through memorable and engaging experiences for all ages!

Highlights

  • Admission for One - Four People to Discovery Center Springfield

  • Over 200 interactive exhibits across 60,000 square feet across six floors

  • Approximately 40 educational programs on all sorts of topics!

  • Non-profit youth center that explores diverse educational goals!

  • Perfect for Gifting! Give a loved one a memorable and inspiring day out!

What To Expect

The Discovery Center is an ideal destination for everyone including families, school groups, adults, and children. It offers a playground of hands-on, interactive exhibits that provide a surprising, delightful, and inspiring educational experience, making science, technology, engineering, and math more accessible and relevant to everyday life.
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As a long-respected leader in the region for unique and engaging educational experiences, the Discovery Center features over 200 interactive exhibits, including an anti-gravity mirror, an astronomy gallery, and a miniature TV studio. It also provides approximately 40 educational programs on topics ranging from geology to chemistry, physics to health and life sciences, and culture to nanotechnology, catering to individuals from birth to 90+ years of age. Exhibits include:
  • A stroll through the inner workings of a giant eyeball.
  • Dig for a dinosaur in the largest gallery of giant animatronic dinosaurs in the Midwest.
  • “Fly” in the cockpit of real a Merlin aircraft.
  • Experience the only Lu Digital Interactive Playground accessible to the public in North America.
  • Build with bricks in the newly remodeled Brickyard.
  • Ride the HighWire Bike!

Plan Your Visit

  • Operating HoursTues - Sun 10AM - 5PM
    Closed Mondays and Federal Holidays
    The outdoor playground is open to Discovery Center guests after 3PM on weekdays (Tues -Fri) and all day on weekends
    Operating hours may change seasonally - we suggest checking within a week before your visit!
  • AccessibilityThe entire Center is ADA-compliant and elevator accessible
  • ParkingFree parking is available in the Discovery Center parking lot on the East side of the building

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FAQs

What is the Discovery Center of Springfield?

The Discovery Center of Springfield is a hands-on science center dedicated to inspiring curiosity and a lifelong love of learning through engaging, interactive experiences in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). It features over 60,000 square feet of exhibit space across six floors, offering a variety of exhibits that explore topics like physics, chemistry, energy, health, and culture.

Is there a gift shop at the Discovery Center?

Yes, the Discovery Center features a gift shop offering a variety of science-themed merchandise, including books, toys, puzzles, and educational kits. The shop also carries exclusive Discovery Center-branded items, perfect for souvenirs.

Are there any special programs for toddlers and young children?

Yes, the Discovery Center offers a variety of hands-on exhibits and programs specifically designed for younger children, such as Discovery Town and interactive exhibits in the BodyWorks area. There are also age-appropriate activities available for toddlers and preschoolers that encourage learning through play.

What should I bring to the Discovery Center?

We recommend wearing comfortable shoes allowing for lots of exploring and walking, and a camera to snap all the fun!

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    About Discovery Center Springfield, Missouri

    Discovery Center Springfield understands that the best learning happens during play, so it fields creative discovery through a variety of hands-on exhibits including an anti-gravity mirror, an astronomy gallery, and a miniature TV studio. Kids can ride a bike suspended 20 feet in the air or don a lab coat and explore the mysteries of DNA.

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