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.

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
[email protected]
Website
www.sciowa.org
Map
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