Learning Centers
Science Center of Iowa
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.
Plan Your Visit
Getting There & Details
- 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
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.sciowa.org
- Map
- Get Directions →
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Events in Des Moines
May
22–23
CelebrAsian: Asian Heritage Festival
May
28–29
Baby & Kids Expo
May
30
Cornerstone Community CU Cool Car Show
Jun
6
Bike MS: Cruise the Cornfields
Jun
7
Annual “Peace” Classic Car and Truck Show
Jun
8–10
Sports Card and Collectibles Show at Merle Hay Mall
Jun
26–28
Des Moines Arts Festival
Jul
12
Summer Time Show n’ Shine
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