Flint Hills Discovery Center Reviews

Took a toddler and an adult to visit and we had an enjoyable 1.5-2 hrs. The staff were very friendly in helping us decide what exhibits to visit. Definitely recommend the 4-D film at 10:30 about the flint hills. We ll have to return to watch the film about the Bison. The downstairs is geared more for reading about items but our younger visitor still enjoyed controlling the train, seeing the bugs, roots, and soil, and sitting in the saddle. Upstairs they have rotating exhibits and kid s area. We felt very comfortable up their with their Covid protocols. A very sweet staff member was always wiping things down and ensuring masks were properly worn.

I've been here just to visit and I've been here for a wedding as well, it's a great place. For a smaller town, Manhattan's choice to put in a Discovery center was a great one. The best thing about the Discovery center is that they are constantly changing what is being displayed, so every time that you come you learn something new!

If you're going for the dinosaur display.... They don't have any. Just video games.... Sterberg Museum in Hays, KS has amazing fossil and dinosaur displays plus rattle snakes from around the world. The Flint Hills displays didn't have many artifacts either. Go to the Prairie Museum in Colby, KS.

Very informative about the Flint Hills. Be sure and watch the 15 minute film. Wind blows on your face and foam snow falls. Sit in the 1st 2 chairs on the left side and you will get covered in "snow".
2nd floor is devoted entirely to kids activities. Very nice staff. Discount for Veterans.

This was a fantastic experience for the entire family. The scavenger hunt for my 4 year old helped to keep her focused and interested on the main level exhibit. We watched the Flint Hills film. It was educational and we enjoyed the 4D effects. Upstairs, there are many play areas for little ones to enjoy. The limitless options for hands-on fun for the kids is well worth the visit. All of the staff was friendly and willing to answer any questions we had. My only complaint was the single-ply toilet paper in the restrooms. We did appreciate the foot stools for the kids though.

Great place to spend an hour or so with the family. Staff was very friendly. My 3 kids aged 7-12 really enjoyed the kids' exhibits and the natural history. My husband and I found the historical exhibits interesting. Worth checking out.

Great learning experience for kids my kids really enjoyed it. I in fact learn some things about the Flint hills that I didn't know.

Loved it. A detailed and entertaining look at the history of the Flint Hills.

I liked this place and what they have to offer. You have to try out the shows that they have. They play every 30 minutes. I enjoyted this place. I think that all ages can enjoy this place.

Wonderful Museum and learning near the heart of Manhattan. Exceptional and kid friendly explanation of the Flint Hills, Tall Grass Prairies, and American Bisons. Also have rotating exhibits for kids. There is a charge for admission, but they offer Youth, Military, and Senior discounts. They are also members of the Association of Science-Technology Centers Travel Passport Program, so if you are a member of a participating museum, your entrance is FREE!