category : Learning Centers
This 110,000 square-foot facility located in downtown Des Moines features six interactive learning areas, three theaters including the Blank IMAX Dome Theater, a cafe and gift shop. Group rates available.

Admission: Fee
Hours: 9-6 Mon.-Wed., 9-8 Thu.-Fri., 9-6 Sat., 11-6 Sun. The Science Center is closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Call for IMAX schedule.
Address: 401 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy.
Phone: 515-274-6868
Our Email: info@sciowa.org
Our Website:www.sciowa.org

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