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Exploration Place, Wichita, Kansas

 
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Distance from city center: 5mi
MadSuh's pictureby MadSuh Family & Fun travel tip
added on the 21st of January, 2011
A lots of interesting exhibits, and a lot of fun objects all add up to the entertaining aspect of the Exploration Place educational center.

Though being open for more than 10 years, some of the scientific gadgets may be going out of date, there are still some hands-on exhibits that have the charm of making kids smile.

Address:
300 N McLean Blvd, Wichita, KS 67203, USA

Price:
Kids $6, adults $9.50

Opening Hours:
Tue-Sat: 10am-5pm
Sun: 12pm-5pm

On the web:
http://www.exploration.org/

 
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