Exploration Place, Wichita

Name: Exploration Place
Address: 300 N McLean Blvd, Wichita, 67203-5901, United States
Telephone: +1 316-660-0600

#4 among attractions in Wichita

Museum, Top attraction, Specialty museum, Science museum, More...

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Facts and practical information

Exploration Place is a science museum located on the west side of the Arkansas River in the Delano neighborhood of Wichita, Kansas, United States. It is a 501 not-for-profit institution. ()

Coordinates: 37°41'22"N, 97°20'51"W

Address

300 N McLean BlvdDelanoWichita 67203-5901 United States

Contact

+1 316-660-0600

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Day trips

Exploration Place – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Intrust Bank Arena, The Keeper of the Plains, Lawrence–Dumont Stadium, Botanica.

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Historical place, Monuments and statues
The Keeper of the Plains, Wichita
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Lawrence–Dumont Stadium, Wichita
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Botanical garden, Park, Garden
Botanica, Wichita
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Museum, Historical place, History museum
Old Cowtown Museum, Wichita
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Museum, Art museum
Wichita Art Museum, Wichita
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1.1 miE
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Museum of World Treasures, Wichita
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1 miE
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Great Plains Transportation Museum, Wichita
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Century II, Wichita
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Museum, Specialty museum
Kansas Sports Hall of Fame, Wichita
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Prison, Monuments and statues
Sedgwick County Memorial Hall and Soldiers and Sailors Monument, Wichita
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Exploration Place open?

Exploration Place is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Exploration Place?

Nearby attractions include The Keeper of the Plains, Wichita (5 min walk), Mid-America All-Indian Center, Wichita (8 min walk), Wichita City Carnegie Library Building, Wichita (13 min walk), 250 Douglas Place, Wichita (13 min walk).