EdVenture Children's Museum

Category: Children's museum

Address: 211 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29201, USA

Phone: +18037793100

Opening hours

Sunday: 12–5PM

Monday: 9AM–5PM

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 9AM–5PM

Thursday: 9AM–5PM

Friday: 9AM–5PM

Saturday: 9AM–5PM

Reviews

Monica Burnett

Sep 22, 2022

Always a fun time for the kiddos

Linda Velilla

Sep 20, 2022

We took our 3 yr old neighbor amd had a blast! This is a fun playplace

Vern Rogers

Sep 9, 2022

Half of the facility was closed and it was still full priced. Best for kids under 6.

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Questions & Answers

Any real food or drinks at this facility??

Jimmy Bell | Sep 24, 2018
Shanna Proctor | Sep 24, 2018

Yes

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How much is it to get in per person?

jolie nicodemus | Sep 24, 2018
Becca | Sep 24, 2018

Admission MembersFree Children and Adults$11.50 Seniors (age 62+)$10.50 Military (with ID)$10.50 Educator (with ID)$10.50 Groups (15+ w/RSVP)$8.50 Children under two...Free

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Is this a good place for a 15 month old

Amy Chavis | Sep 24, 2018
Colorm3Shay | Sep 24, 2018

They do have an exhibit for smaller kids but I'm not sure of the age category. Maybe two so your 1 year old should be fine.

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are you open today and what are the times

Barbara Buckner | Sep 24, 2018
Genia Henwood | Sep 24, 2018

Yes, but they close at 2 on New Year's Eve.

Price of admission

SONYA NORRIS | Sep 24, 2019
Quintin Boyd Jr | Sep 24, 2019

Depends if you get EBT it like $5.

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What time do you open on Sunday?

Selena Elliott | Sep 24, 2018
Claude Robinson | Sep 24, 2018

Opens at 9 each day

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I used to go here as a kid, and I want to go again. Is there an age limit on the exhibits?

Sara Moseley | Sep 24, 2018
Dino Mino | Sep 24, 2018

Nope. Go on ahead! :)

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We will have a 91 year old in a wheelchair. Is this a place that will work for us?

Jan Parsons | Sep 24, 2018
Jordan | Sep 24, 2018

Yes the have elevators and plenty of room within the exhibits.

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How much is it .

Jacqueline Bailey | Sep 23, 2021
Phillip C. | Sep 23, 2021

Children and Adults - $11.95 Seniors (age 62+) - $10.95 Military (with ID) - $10.95 23 Months & Younger - Free Reduced Admission: Families who receive SNAP, WIC or Medicaid benefits receive $2 admission per person. (Must present proof of assistance i.e SNAP/Medicaid card or WIC Voucher)

Is the xade open now because of covid

Gary Hunter | Sep 23, 2021
Ebony Massey | Sep 23, 2021

Yes

Is there parking close by?

Steven Carter | Sep 23, 2021
Jamie Summers | Sep 23, 2021

Yes, right in front of the museum.

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Do they still have the dollar admission prices on some days??

Freida Hutcherson | Sep 23, 2020
Stephanie Prince | Sep 23, 2020

If you receive Medicaid, WIC OR Snap you can get in for 2 dollars

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Is edventure open on mother's day?

Patricia Harder | Sep 24, 2019
Kinsey Faucette | Sep 24, 2019

Yes, from 9-5pm. They only close for Easter, Thanksgiving, & Christmas!

Can i hold a birthday party

Ruth Nixon | Sep 24, 2019
The Only One | Sep 24, 2019

Give them a call.

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Is this a good place for high autistic kids?

Rachel Meetze | Sep 24, 2018
Tyeneisha Robinson | Sep 24, 2019

They have a program there you maybe interested in called sensory sunday, you can go on their website for more info.

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Is it $ 1 for per person wit wic card an ebt

Denise Coleman | Sep 24, 2018
Kia Grant | Sep 24, 2018

Yes, as a part of our Yes, Every Child program, recipients of SNAP, WIC or Medicaid receive admission for $1.

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Is there some sort of discount for kids with Medicaid?

Quentin Price | Sep 24, 2018
Gloria Ashford | Sep 24, 2018

Yes show your card and pay a $1/person if you stay in Richland county i do it all the time and if you get any assistance from DSS just show proof at the counter to get in for $1 i just took two kids easter weekend and i have been doing this for yrs so yes medicaid cards work

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I have children from Denmark visiting. They don't speak much English.. would that be an issue with the activities at Ed Museum?

Veronica Wadsworth | Sep 24, 2018
Jon Fer | Sep 24, 2018

Alot of the activities are low or no instructions so i dont think the language barrier would be an issue for 80 percent of it.

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Are mask still required?

Hali Pate | Sep 2, 2022
shab 335 | Sep 9, 2022

Hi Hali, no masks are not still required.

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Is there an admission fee

Cassandra Bokknight | Aug 24, 2022
Rachel Mellin | Aug 24, 2022

Yes, there is. The admission fee is $11.95 per person. But if you receive Medicaid, SNAP, or WIC you can get in for $2 per person up to 6 people, which is the main reason I don’t mind going there.

What used to be in the ed ventures location in Columbia ?

WILLIAM HUGHES | Aug 24, 2022
Llaniceli Cruz | Aug 24, 2022

A quick online search of Richland County records shows that it is owned by the state, deed recorded in 1911, but I don't know what it was before 2003.

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Are dogs welcome?

Janira Green | Jul 25, 2022
Gnea McJunkins | Jul 25, 2022

Only service animals

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What ages recommended for children

Ed tay | Jul 25, 2022
Becky I | Jul 25, 2022

Toddlers to age 7

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How much is a membership

Mitzi Nichols | Jun 25, 2022
Angee Cox | Jun 25, 2022

There is different levels, from single person to family ones.

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Are you required to wear a mask or is it recommended?

Chantel Razack Weed | Mar 27, 2022
philip shank | Mar 27, 2022

"required"

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are kids free this weekend if wearing there Halloween costume

Vicki Pryor | Oct 28, 2021
EdVenture Children's Museum | Oct 28, 2021

Hello there, no they are not. That is at the State Museum, which is across the street from EdVenture.

How much is admission? Is it still $1.00 for snap and medicaid? I can't find updated info for August/September 2021

Lyanna Ware | Sep 23, 2021
Brittany H | Sep 23, 2021

It is $2/person for up to 4 people per snap or medicaid card. Regular admission is 11.95

What is the coast to get in

gail karickhoff | Sep 23, 2021
Brittany H | Sep 23, 2021

11.95 for adults and children. Children under 23 months are free. If you receive medicaid/snap/ebt and show them your card you can get in for $2/person up to 4 people per card.

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I have been trying to call the one in Columbia, SC for price & only getting voicemails. Does anyone know the price for children 7 & under?

Cindy Clark | Sep 23, 2021
torey mccray | Sep 23, 2021

11.95 but They have big discounts if u have medicaid or food stamp card

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Has anything been updated/fixed? We were there about 2 years ago and almost all of the attractions were broken or badly in need of repair. Several complete exhibits were closed off entirely.

Jason M | Sep 23, 2021
Frances Layton | Sep 23, 2021

We visited today (2/10/21). Some exhibits are still closed due to the pandemic. I was very impressed with their thorough and frequent disinfecting crew. We didn't see anything broken while we were there.

How much is it to get in these days?

Mitchel Fox | Sep 23, 2021
Kennetha noel | Sep 23, 2021

12 but they do military discounts as well

hi i wanted to know are u still doing the stuff for hallween

kelley Mills | Sep 23, 2021
Ben McCarter | Sep 23, 2021

We were just in there yesterday, and they were advertising that it was still taking place! Here is their post from Facebook, from one day ago: "Calling all ghouls and goblins! Join us this Saturday for our final day of healthy and safe Halloween fun for the whole family; featuring spooky science shows, pumpkin crafts, monster-mash maze, and more! Children and their caregivers are encouraged to dress in their Halloween best. CDC approved face coverings are required for entry for children and adults over 3 years of age and must be worn for the entirety of their visit."

What's the price per person ?

E. R. | Sep 23, 2021
Sarah Caldwell | Sep 23, 2021

Check their website, it has all the information. I believe it's about $12/ person though.

Is this a good place for 11-12 year olds? What age is about the highest here?

Mattie Ellasyn | Sep 23, 2020
Antonio Young | Sep 23, 2020

I is great for the age range 1-10.

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Hello can you pay for the Halloween hoopa event at the door or do pay for tickets in advanced?

nordria Williams | Sep 23, 2020
Rooster Williams | Sep 23, 2020

Should be able to pay in advance

what happened to the dragon fly on eddie finger its not there

victor smiler | Sep 24, 2019
Digi Turtle | Sep 24, 2019

I think a giant cat ate it.

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What's the age

Savage Hxncho | Sep 24, 2019
Swampfox Anderson | Sep 24, 2019

They don't check IDs. It's all ages.

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Is outside food and water (in a reusable bottle) allowed? Thanks

Michael Zocca | Sep 24, 2019
J Kam | Sep 24, 2019

Not sure officially. I walked in with my McCafe but don't know if they saw it. They now have a cafe in the building. The prices were ok and the food was very good.

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Is it OK to take pictures.

Melanie Martin | Sep 24, 2019
Husker Magna | Sep 24, 2019

Yes.

Is there a special day for ebt holders?

Maggie Rector | Sep 24, 2019
Dionetra Law | Sep 24, 2019

Any day you bring in your card, you can gain admission for $2

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What type food vendors are available

Jacklyn Lewis | Sep 24, 2019
The Only One | Sep 24, 2019

Give them a call.

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Do you have to pay extra for each event or is the admission price for all ?

Jacklyn Lewis | Sep 24, 2019
Roann Howze | Sep 24, 2019

What type of event

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Can you pay for tickets in person

Keith Edwards | Sep 24, 2019
Mrs MK (Tha Knox's) | Sep 24, 2019

Yes and if you recieve wic foodstamps or medicaid u get in at a discounted rate you will love it

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Is parking free?

Kady Morris | Sep 24, 2019
concetta dalrymple | Sep 24, 2019

yes

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Do they have wheelchair rentals

Amanda Munsell | Sep 24, 2019
Robert McCullough | Sep 24, 2019

I've never noticed any signs mentioning them but I doubt it.

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Are they open on Saturday?

Carol Roberts | Sep 24, 2019
melissa locklear | Sep 24, 2019

Yes

How long does it take to see everything?

Stephen Vinson | Sep 24, 2019
Sandeep Burman | Sep 24, 2019

I would say couple of hours, but there are activities for kids like crafts building etc so you may want to plan accordingly.

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Is it free today

Mz.Tulips “ZippurTulips” Alana | Sep 24, 2019
Dr. David Knox | Sep 24, 2019

Not sure, but a call would be wise

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Is it good for a 2 year old??

Sharon Mack | Sep 24, 2019
AD M | Sep 24, 2019

We went on an extremely busy day and I felt like there were too many bigger children running loose which made it difficult for our two year old grandson to get to explore much. There was a special playroom for small children only, but even that room was filled with children up to 10 years old. Recommended taking a child that young on a slower day.

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Are they open this Monday?

Amanda Holliday | Sep 24, 2019
tiepeng lv | Sep 24, 2019

Please check their website

Do they let you host parties here

Cece Berry | Sep 24, 2019
Jeffrey Haynes | Sep 24, 2019

Yes

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Does the visit cost

KIKITHEFINEST | Sep 24, 2019
Tiffany Harrison | Sep 24, 2019

https://edventure.org/columbia

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Does this visit cost

KIKITHEFINEST | Sep 24, 2019
Amber Lee | Sep 24, 2019

Yes! Its about 11 a person unless the person has medicaid and then the admission is like 2 or 3 dollars. If some one does have medicaid, just show the card.

What is the price of admission

Solomon Thomas | Sep 24, 2019
Summer Quaethem Warnick | Sep 24, 2019

Also if anyone in the household has ebt benefits admission is only $2.00 per person

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If I wanted to have a party downstairs how much would it cost

Kayla B | Sep 24, 2019
Christina Rouse | Sep 24, 2019

Roughly 150-200

Are you open tomorrow

Michele Jones | Sep 24, 2019
Chris Mendiola | Sep 24, 2019

Yes

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Do they do adult cooking classes?

Anna Family | Sep 24, 2018
Tae Moreland | Sep 24, 2018

Contact Edventure Eats at Edventure.org

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do we have to be with a child or can just adults attend?

barbara sharer | Sep 24, 2018
Celia Galens | Sep 24, 2018

Actually, all visiting adults must have a child under 16 with them. https://www.edventure.org/plan-your-visit/general-information/

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How much is it for four kids and one baby and two adult

Jenny Duggan | Sep 24, 2018
G. Pinkett | Sep 24, 2018

I think kids are $10.95 pp and adults are $12.95 ppl. Under 2 years old are free. You can do the math.

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Is 12 a adult age

Kiwi Gacha | Sep 24, 2018
Tiffany Gibson | Sep 24, 2018

I believe so.

How much is it to get in

reanna hernandez | Sep 24, 2018
Mrs. Francis | Sep 24, 2018

It's around 13 a person. If you have a abt card you can pay 1 dollar

How much is a membership

Angie Rogers | Sep 24, 2018
Kristin Mark | Sep 24, 2018

$129 for a year. Very worth it

How old do you have to be to get in free

Crystal Gibbs | Sep 24, 2018
Karen Brown | Sep 24, 2018

Yes

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If a child is under 2 are they free

Crystal Gibbs | Sep 24, 2018
Joshua Smith | Sep 24, 2018

Yes

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Do u get a discount if u have ebt I have 6 kids how much does it cost ?

Kristene Davila | Sep 24, 2018
Susan L. Smith | Sep 24, 2018

At one time it was $1 for each person with proof of EBT. Call EdVenture to confirm.

Are you open telephone not being answered

Celia Truesdale | Sep 24, 2018
NAILAH MALONE | Sep 24, 2018

Not open yet

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Is cafe open for lunch

Robin Noel | Sep 24, 2018
Joseph Azar | Sep 24, 2018

Not yet. Hopefully it will reopen this summer.

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What exit do you take coming from north augusta s c on enter State 20

Joan Long | Sep 24, 2018
BRIAN GRAY | Sep 24, 2018

Take exit 64-a off of I-20 that will take you I-26 eastbound then you need to get into the far left lane to get to I-126 then get into the far right lane and take the Huger street exit then stay in the right lane. Then take a right onto gervais street. Edventure will be on your right side so make sure you stay in the right lane. The address for Edventure is 211 Gervais Street. If you get or cross the bridge you have gone too far. Have a great time and welcome to Columbia. Enjoy your stay while you're here!

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Are you opening on mother's day?

Sophia | Sep 24, 2018
BRIAN GRAY | Sep 24, 2018

Yes, they are open on mother's day

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What’s going on today

803 Parrish | Sep 24, 2018
Adam Sederlund | Sep 24, 2018

Check out the website for more information.

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When is Edventure suppose to open up in Hartsville, SC this year (2018)?

Vita Thomas | Sep 24, 2018
Robert Huggins | Sep 24, 2018

Do n't know

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What does a 5 yr old boy do there

Terry Murdock | Sep 24, 2018
Melissa Revell | Sep 24, 2018

Make sure to plan on about a 2 to 3 hour visit, a huge appetite afterwards, and for him to sleep really good that night! Just took our 6 year old grandson back in December and we stayed 2.5 hours!

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Are in any daytime pictures of Edventure?

Nadia Himmelwright - Student | Sep 24, 2018
Kia Grant | Sep 24, 2018

We do have daytime photos of EdVenture, what is the need for them? Professional or personal?

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About how long does it take to do everything?

Adrienne Schmidt | Sep 24, 2018
Tae Moreland | Sep 24, 2018

2 hours or more. Great activities that can prolong your time as well.

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Is there any discounts for group of 4

Crystal Boone | Sep 24, 2018
Glenn Rauhofer | Sep 24, 2018

No

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How many exibits?

S S | Sep 24, 2018
Jon Fer | Sep 24, 2018

Well there's eddie, the flight exhibit, maker space, a building blocks room, a coding computer room, a craft room, fire engine, supermarket, farm, currently an africa exhibit, a pretend pet vet area, a television broadcast room And more than i can remember.

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Is it free entree after 4 pm?

Nahikary Aldecoa | Sep 24, 2018
Kia Grant | Sep 24, 2018

No, it is $4 after 4pm!

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How much is an annual pass for a 3 year old child

Thomas Akridge | Sep 24, 2018
Patricia Wheeler | Sep 24, 2018

Not sure because we went as a group sponsored by the school.

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How much does it cost to get in with EBT?

Kaylee McCoy | Sep 24, 2018
Magna Ming | Sep 24, 2018

We paid $2 and some change for 2 adults and 2 kids.

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How much time should we allow for visit?

Sally Bishop | Sep 24, 2018
t williams | Sep 24, 2018

2-3 hours. It depends on the ages of your kids. It takes about 3 hours with my 6-8 year olds.

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Where should we park?

Tiffany Osburn | Sep 24, 2018
Francisco Javier Blanco-Silva | Sep 24, 2018

They have a huge parking lot (free)

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What are prices for Birthday parties

Pamela Cameron | Sep 24, 2018
Candice Rabon | Sep 24, 2018

Check the website. If they have not already, there should be an update coming soon for bday packages and pricing. There are two parties available. A Basic package for up to 15 kids including bday child, as well as a Deluxe package for up to 20 kids. All adults are free and all guests recieve all-day admission . There are also meal deal, snowcone, and pop corn add-ons. Pricing on the website should be updated soon, but feel free to contact the Bday Coordinator, Kaitlyn Yawarski, at EdVenture! Phone number is on the website, and follow prompts! If unavailable leave a message, and she is really good at getting back to you in a timely manner!

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Is Ed Adventure open New Years Day?

Patricia Pritcher | Sep 24, 2018
fignewtnewt | Sep 24, 2018

You should call to be sure

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Did you have the Halloween party and customs

Zanae Johnson | Sep 24, 2018
Candice Rabon | Sep 24, 2018

Yes, EdVenture held Halloween Hoopla on Halloween Night. Feel free to join us next year!

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Is it gay friendly to go inside of Ed?

John Smiths | Sep 24, 2018
John Leibowitz | Sep 24, 2018

There is most likely few, if any, "Megan Vc Collins" there and you should be able to take your child(s) there without hate and discrimination.

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I am a retired costume designer do you ever need costumes for events I have made some for the state museum

Indira Lonsdale | Sep 24, 2018
Genia Henwood | Sep 24, 2018

Probably best to contact them directly.

What is this all about my gf told me she came here with a friend

Harley Davis | Sep 24, 2018
Michelle “Chelle” D. | Sep 24, 2018

Also learning labs, mini golf etc...

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How much for kids an adult

Ervina Sims | Sep 24, 2017
Becca | Sep 24, 2018

Admission MembersFree Children and Adults$11.50 Seniors (age 62+)$10.50 Military (with ID)$10.50 Educator (with ID)$10.50 Groups (15+ w/RSVP)$8.50 Children under twoFree

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Do they sometime host cpr/frist aide classes at this site?

Carolyn Scott | Sep 24, 2017
Becca | Sep 24, 2018

Not that I've seen. You should call them directly.

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