Flint Hills Discovery Center

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315 S 3rd St
Manhattan, KS 66502
The Flint Hills Discovery Center is a dynamic tribute to the last major stand of unbroken tallgrass prairie. This 35,000 square foot must-see attraction includes interactive exhibits highlighting the science, history and culture of the ecoregion from pre-history to present day. An immersive experience theater with panoramic photography and special effects shown on a 120-degree curved screen is the perfect starting point for an exploration of the magnificent Flint Hills of Kansas.

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Jim H.
6/3/2025

Great attraction. First floor includes more traditional museum type exhibits and is geared to adults AND young people. There is a lot of history and information on the tall grass prairie. The...

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Tracy S.
9/26/2023

There are so many educational displays in this discovery center. They really make it fun to learn about tallgrass prairies. I thoroughly loved all of the displays, the view of Manhattan from the...

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Natalie S.
8/1/2023

We stopped here briefly on our way in to Manhattan to check out the children's portion on the second floor. It had a lot of fun things to do- a slide, large light bright type toy, pretend saddles,...

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Gretchen B.
7/15/2023

Great way to spend a few hours and quite affordable. The 4D film so much fun. Each floor has entertaining and educational activities. My high school ages student even likes it. Put this on...

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Chris R.
4/29/2022

This museum is really well designed and engaging. The introductory film in particular goes way above and beyond the usual looping films you might see at a tired nature museum. I was impressed...

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