Yes, it's $10 right now because the interactive sections are not open. Yes, there are a few areas with picnic tables. A map is given when you come through.
It is still $10/ person right now. A lot of the hands on exhibits & playgrounds are not open for use. So they've been discounting the admission price to compensate. There are picnic tables, I think first come, first serve unless they are tagged for a party. There are a few to the right when you enter & a couple more further along the main pathway
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