The Guide: Winter 2024 & 2025

Thomas & Friends™: Explore the Rails! The exhibit will delight visitors with the Island of Sodor’s iconic locations: Knapford Station, Sodor Steamworks and much more. As children encounter new challenges and test their abilities, the smiling faces of Thomas, Percy, Victor and others are there to offer encouragement.

4400 SW 10th Ave in Gage Park 785-783-8300 www.kansasdiscovery.org

The Kansas Children’s Discovery Center is a hands-on children’s museum where children can explore, create, discover and learn through play. Children with their caregivers can play in 15,000 square feet of indoor education exhibits, including science, careers, building and art, plus a special place for babies and toddlers, and a 4.5 acre certified Nature Explore Outdoor Classroom to inspire a lifelong love of learning for every child. The museum is currently adding a building addition but will remain open throughout construction.

Date: Jan. 17-May 11 Fee: Regular Admission

Free Family Fun Nights Free admission nights sponsored by local businesses. Date: Third Thur. of each month Fee: Free Time: 5-8 p.m. Sensory Friendly Sundays Free admission and special resources for families with children with autism or unique sensory needs. Date: Second Sun. of each month Fee: Free Time: 10 a.m.-noon *Information subject to change. Visit www.kansasdiscovery.org for current information.*

Hours: Mon. Closed

Tues. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wed. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Thus. 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. Noon-5 p.m.

Special Hours: Closed New Year’s Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day

Open MLK Day, Memorial Day & Labor Day

Admission: Kids & Adults: $9 Seniors (65+): $8

Infants (under 12 months): Free Discovery Center Members: Free Museums for All rate (with EBT or WIC card): $3

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