Discovery Center of Springfield

Category: Science museum in Springfield, Missouri

Address: 438 E St Louis St, Springfield, MO 65806, USA

Phone: +14178629910

Opening hours

Sunday: 10AM–6PM

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 10AM–6PM

Wednesday: 10AM–6PM

Thursday: 10AM–6PM

Friday: 10AM–6PM

Saturday: 10AM–6PM

Reviews

Mrs. Speidel

Oct 5, 2022

Y'all, I cannot say enough about this place! We were able to go into the computer lab and see the 3D printer working right in front of us! The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. And there is something for everyone around every corner. We will be going back before we leave Springfield!

Don Lewis

Oct 4, 2022

It would be nice if they stayed open later

adom west

Sep 27, 2022

Really fun place for young kids, lots of thinking and playing! Be sure to explore, there is a lot to see.

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Questions & Answers

What is the the cost

Debbie Crisp | Oct 5, 2019
Jennifer Collins | Oct 5, 2019

General Admission DCS accepts all major credit cards. Children* (Age 3 - 15) $8.00 Adults (Age 16 - 59) $12.00 Senior Citizen (Age 60+) $10.00 Military Personnel (With ID) $7.00 *Children 2 and under are free

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How much does it cost

Mitcheal Savick | Oct 5, 2019
Andrew Smith | Oct 5, 2019

$8 - children 3 to 15 $12 - 16 and older $10 - senior citizens $7 - military with Id

Do you have a snack bar or a restaraunt inside of the business?

Elizabeth Holcomb | Oct 4, 2020
Jennifer Collins | Oct 4, 2020

Hi, Elizabeth! We have small snacks and a few meals for kids like Lunchables in our giftshop. We love your ideas and we'll keep them at the top of our mind as we continue to expand our nonprofit science center. Hope to see you soon! Jennifer Collins-Creative Director

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What is the main attraction for this month ?

Elizabeth Holcomb | Oct 4, 2020
Jennifer Collins | Oct 4, 2020

You can find all events on their calendar: https://www.discoverycenter.org/events/

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What age does senior citizens discount start?

Marietta Cline | Oct 4, 2020
Justin Earnest | Oct 4, 2020

Senior discount starts at age 60. According to the website admission is $10.00

A new year has come, will admission and basic 2 person membership change?

Catherine Foret | Oct 4, 2020
Jennifer Collins | Oct 4, 2020

Hi, Catherine! All pricing is still the same. Hope to see you soon. Jennifer Collins--Creative Director

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How much does it cost? Are there activities for kids for a one year old child?

Khaldoon Dhou | Oct 4, 2020
Kaitlin Bruton | Oct 4, 2020

From their facebook Children (Age 3-15): $8.00 Adults (Age 16-59): $12.00 Senior Citizens (Age 60+): $10.00 Military Personnel (With ID): $7.00 Children 2 and under are always free They do have a room that's like 5 and under or something with books and blocks and a mini city on one of the floors with pretend play.

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What all is in there?

Donna Peterson | Oct 5, 2019
michael gannott | Oct 5, 2019

This is an inquiry and STEM focus multi-floor exploration center for kids of all ages. You get to explore and investigate as well as pretend. You experience many forms of engineering, medical, weather, genetics, archeology, media production, and physics to name just a few of the areas of science covered. I hope you get a chance to visit this place with your family.

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Does this place offer wheelchairs? Or wheelchair accessibility?

Lorri Leigh | Oct 5, 2019
Charity Wilson | Oct 5, 2019

Yes, wheelchair access

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If we were to come, how long does it take to walk through and see everything?

Koal Trayne | Oct 5, 2019
Justin Sharp | Oct 5, 2019

Id plan for at least half a day. It's bigger inside than it looks.

How much does it cost

Tyler Barnett | Oct 5, 2019
Bill Chitwood | Oct 5, 2019

$8 children 3-15. $12 ages 16-adult

How much are the birthday parties @ the discover center?

Taileisha Atoe | Oct 5, 2018
Discovery Center of Springfield | Oct 5, 2018

HI, Taileisha! Discovery Center birthday parties start at $145 with admission for 10 people, 1 hour in the birthday party room with decorations, a science experience, and more! For more information on our different birthday party packages, click here: https://www.discoverycenter.org/parties-rentals/birthday-parties/

What age groups is this center geared toward?

Rebecca Holst | Oct 5, 2018
Katie Schubert | Oct 5, 2018

All my kids enjoy this place preschool through High School

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What's the cost

Ella Sperino | Oct 5, 2018
D. Leighann Batemon | Oct 5, 2018

They have a website and a quick Google search can tell you that. However, you may be able to snag free passes at any of the libraries, if they haven't already been claimed. The library passes are good for four admissions, and children 2 & under get in for free.

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Are you open today?

Cindy Furr | Oct 5, 2018
Jason Johnson | Oct 5, 2018

They are open for business

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What is the cost?

scrappy “tessie” Mcelroy | Oct 5, 2018
G. S. White | Oct 5, 2018

$12.00Adults, $8.00 kids, seniors$10.00, under 3 free

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How much is it to go to the Discovery Center?

Kristy Schuetz | Oct 5, 2018
Valery Reyes | Oct 5, 2018

You can check out a free pass at the library for up to four people for free

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Are kids 5 & under free?

Rick Couch | Oct 5, 2018
Dave Spada | Oct 5, 2018

3 and under are free.

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Is it an all day pass when you buy or hour by hour?

Kaylee Snyder | Mar 8, 2022
Drew Love | Mar 8, 2022

All day you can come and go as you please.

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how much are tickets

Kimball Long | Oct 4, 2021
J Collins | Oct 4, 2021

Children* (Age 3 - 15) $8.00 Adults (Age 16 - 59) $12.00 Senior Citizen (Age 60+) $10.00 Military Personnel (With ID) $7.00

What's the price for the high wire biking?

Jennifer Crider | Oct 5, 2019
DCS Intern | Oct 5, 2019

Hi, Jennifer! It's $3 for nonmembers and $2 for members. Hope to see you soon!

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How much money to get in

Shiney Diamond | Oct 5, 2017
Amber White | Oct 5, 2017

Children under 3, free Children 3-15, $8 Adults 16-59, $12 Seniors 60+, $10 Military (with id), $7 Members and ASTC reciprocal, free

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