Flint Hills Discovery Center

Flint Hills Discovery Center The Flint Hills Discovery Center inspires people to celebrate, explore, and care for the Flint Hills. Children under 2 years old are always free!
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Comment Policy: http://bit.ly/29Af6JB | Privacy Policy: cityofmhk.com/privacy Daily admission prices: $12.00 adults (Museums for All with EBT card $5.00), $10.00 for military, professional educators, college students & seniors (65+) and $7.00 for youth (2-17) (Museums for All with EBT card $3.00). Call 785-587-2726 or email [email protected] to discuss the perks of membership. School g

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Coming to Manhattan for the game? Visit us before you head to the stadium or drop by on Sunday before you head out of to...
09/03/2026

Coming to Manhattan for the game? Visit us before you head to the stadium or drop by on Sunday before you head out of town. Discover the Flint Hills and what makes this region so special. Show your hotel key card and get $2 off a regular priced adult admission. We're open Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday from 12 pm to 5 pm.

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09/01/2026

🦖 Roar and Explore with Dinosaurs goes extinct on Sunday! Don't miss your chance to see these lifelike animatronic dinosaurs, each in its own custom-made habitat. A special thank you to Visit Manhattan Kansas for helping bring this exhibit to Manhattan.

Manhattan's biggest champion - Visit Manhattan, KS invites you to find your Manhappiness!

Regular admission rates apply. Roar and Explore with Dinosaurs was created by Miami Children's Museum.



Video description: people watching animatronic dinosaurs moving and roaring.

There are only a few spots left for our next Nature Together class!🍂 Fall Friends📅 Fridays, September 4 to October 9⏰ 9:...
08/31/2026

There are only a few spots left for our next Nature Together class!
🍂 Fall Friends
đź“… Fridays, September 4 to October 9
⏰ 9:30 am to 10:30 am
👩🏻‍👦🏻 Ages 1.5-3.5 with an adult
đź’˛ FHDC members - $50, non-members - $60, scholarship eligible

Register today - https://ow.ly/XLpx50ZGIjw

08/30/2026

🦖 Roar and Explore with Dinosaurs goes extinct in just one week! Don't miss your chance to see these lifelike animatronic dinosaurs, each in its own custom-made habitat. A special thank you to McCownGordon Construction for helping bring this exhibit to Manhattan.

McCownGordon Construction is a top-tier, people-first construction company with over 25 years of experience, recognized across several markets for their outstanding work. Headquartered in Kansas City, MO; with offices in Manhattan and Wichita, KS; and Plano, TX; the firm was the general contractor for the construction of the Discovery Center and continues to be a community partner.

Regular admission rates apply. Roar and Explore with Dinosaurs was created by Miami Children's Museum.



Video description: people watching animatronic dinosaurs moving and roaring.

A good time was had by all at Parents’ Night Out: Kids’ Game Night In!
08/29/2026

A good time was had by all at Parents’ Night Out: Kids’ Game Night In!

08/28/2026

Our last Preschoolers in the Flint Hills, Weather Wonders, was a huge hit! There are only a few spots left for our next class, Space Explorers, starting Tuesday, September 1. Register today - https://ow.ly/NK0w50ZGfA6

Video description: young children doing a variety of fun weather-related activities in a classroom setting. Preschoolers in the Flint Hills, Tuesdays, September 1-22, 10:30 to 11:30 am. Space Explorers. Dark sky background with stars and animated space graphics.

Join us for Tallgrass Tales each Friday at 11 am in our atrium. Listen to a story, then do a fun activity. This week we ...
08/27/2026

Join us for Tallgrass Tales each Friday at 11 am in our atrium. Listen to a story, then do a fun activity. This week we will read The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds and make dot art. Tallgrass Tales is open to all ages. There is no cost and no registration is needed.

You want squishies. We have squishies. Large Halloween Dumplings are restocked and new Mystery Unicorn Dumplings are her...
08/27/2026

You want squishies. We have squishies. Large Halloween Dumplings are restocked and new Mystery Unicorn Dumplings are here. Get them while you can. Shop our gift store during normal open hours. No admission is needed.

📢 Now Hiring: Educator II SeasonalThe Flint Hills Discovery Center is looking for dedicated team members to help inspire...
08/26/2026

📢 Now Hiring: Educator II Seasonal

The Flint Hills Discovery Center is looking for dedicated team members to help inspire curiosity, connection, and discovery in the Flint Hills by:
• Delivering engaging, hands-on learning experiences for youth and adults
• Helping with events, classes, birthday parties, and more
• Providing meaningful informal education

This position is a great opportunity for young adults or college students.

Starting wage: $16 per hour
Schedule: part-time, variable
Applicants must be at least 18 years old

Apply today: https://ow.ly/Ln9a50ZFinV

Address

315 S 3rd Street
Manhattan, KS
66502

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

(785) 587-2726

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