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Discovery Center of Springfield

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Discovery Center of Springfield lets you take your mind on a thrilling exploration of the sciences by providing entertaining, hands-on adventures for all ages. At DCS, you can:

  • Stroll through the inner workings of a giant eyeball.
  • Pretend play in Discovery Town; be a firefighter in Fire Station 3.14, play house in Graddy’s Playhouse, and act in the Discovery Town Theatre.
  • Dig for a dinosaur in the largest gallery of giant animatronic dinosaurs in the Midwest.
  • “Fly” in the cockpit of real a Merlin aircraft.
  • Drive our full scale replica fire truck.
  • Experience the only Lu Digital Interactive Playground accessible to the public in North America.
  • Build with LEGO in the newly remodeled Brickyard.
  • Ride the HighWire Bike.
  • And so much more!

We are an independent, nonprofit 501(c)3 organization, that relies on admissions, memberships, program fees, and donations to continue our educational mission, programs and exhibits.

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Information

Monday   10:00 am — 2:00 pm
Tuesday   10:00 am — 6:00 pm
Wednesday   10:00 am — 6:00 pm
Thursday   10:00 pm — 6:00 pm
Friday   10:00 am — 6:00 pm
Saturday   10:00 am — 6:00 pm
Sunday   10:00 am — 6:00 pm
438 E. St. Louis St.
Springfield, MO 65806

Additional Information

Travelers With Disabilities Information
ADA Fully Compliant
Wheelchair Accessible
Smoking Policy
No Smoking
Activities On-site
Playground
Activities Within 10 Miles
Historic District
Cost Of Admission
Charges Admission
Accepts Donations
Discounts Offered
Group Discount
Senior Citizen Discount
Military Discount
General Interest Info
Gift / Souvenir Shop
Open Year-round
Wi-Fi Available
Group Policy
Advance Contact Required
Pet Policy
Pets Are Not Allowed
Service Animals Welcome
Suitable For These Age Groups
Family Friendly
Types Of Payment Accepted
Cash
Discover
Mastercard
Personal Check
Visa