Discovery Center of Springfield, Springfield

#5 among attractions in Springfield

Museum, Top attraction, Science museum

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Facts and practical information

The Discovery Center of Springfield in Springfield, Missouri, is an interactive, hands-on science center dedicated to inspiring curiosity and a life-long love of learning through memorable and engaging hands-on experiences in STEM In December 2021, inaugural grand prize winner of the Center for Education Reform and media partner Forbes STOP Award. The Wall Street Journal editorial board wrote about the museum that became a school winning the $1 million award. ()

Established: 1998 (26 years ago)Coordinates: 37°12'31"N, 93°17'19"W

Address

438 E St Louis StDowntown SpringfieldSpringfield 65806-2312 United States

Contact

+1 417-862-9910

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Springfield

Day trips

Discovery Center of Springfield – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mediacom Ice Park, Landers Theatre, Gillioz Theatre, St. Agnes Cathedral.

~1410 ftNE
Game and entertainment center, Ice rink, Sport venue
Mediacom Ice Park, Springfield
7 min walk • Jordan Valley Ice Park is a multi-purpose arena located in downtown Springfield, Missouri. The arena is owned and operated by the Springfield-Greene County Park Board and serves as a location for community recreation and the home for the Missouri State Ice Bears ice hockey team, and various youth sports programs.
~770 ftSW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Landers Theatre, Springfield
4 min walk • The Landers Theatre in Springfield, Missouri, built in 1909, is the second oldest and largest civic theater operation in Missouri. It has been in continuous use either as a legitimate theatre or a movie theater since it opened. In 1928, the theater became the 35th facility in the world to acquire sound film.
~640 ftNW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Concert hall
Gillioz Theatre, Springfield
4 min walk • The Gillioz Theatre is a historic theater located at Springfield, Missouri, United States. It was built by M. E. Gillioz of Monett, Missouri. Mr. Gillioz was in the business of building bridges, and the theater was built with steel and concrete. Wood was only used for handrails, doors, and doorframes.
~1670 ftS
Church
St. Agnes Cathedral, Springfield
9 min walk • St. Agnes Cathedral is a Catholic cathedral in Springfield, Missouri, United States. Along with the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Annunciation in Cape Girardeau, Missouri it is the seat of the Diocese of Springfield-Cape Girardeau.
~940 ftNW
37°12'38"N • 93°17'26"W
Founders Park, Springfield
5 min walk • Park
~790 ftNE
Civic center, Historical place, Concert hall
Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Mosque, Springfield
4 min walk • The Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Mosque is a building of arabesque design located in downtown Springfield, Missouri, United States. It was built in 1923 for a cost of $600,000.
~1660 ftW
Specialty museum, Museum
Old Calaboose, Springfield
9 min walk • Old Calaboose, also known as Old Springfield City Jail and South Side Calaboose, is a historic jail located at Springfield, Greene County, Missouri.
~990 ftW
37°12'31"N • 93°17'32"W
Park Central Square, Springfield
5 min walk • Park
0.4 miNE
37°12'42"N • 93°16'54"W
The Creamery Arts Center, Springfield
12 min walk • Museum, Art gallery, Performing arts
~1920 ftNE
37°12'39"N • 93°16'58"W
Jordan Valley Park, Springfield
10 min walk • Park
~1100 ftNW
Interesting neighbourhood
Franklin Springfield Motor Co. Building, Springfield
6 min walk • Franklin Springfield Motor Co. Building, also known as the Proctor Motor Co. Indiana Trucks, Inc. and The White Motor Co. is a historic automobile showroom located in Springfield, Missouri, United States.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Discovery Center of Springfield open?

Discovery Center of Springfield is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 6 pm
Saturday 9 am - 6 pm
Sunday 1 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Discovery Center of Springfield?

Nearby attractions include Gillioz Theatre, Springfield (4 min walk), Landers Theatre, Springfield (4 min walk), Walnut Street Commercial Historic District, Springfield (4 min walk), Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Mosque, Springfield (4 min walk).

How to get to Discovery Center of Springfield by public transport?

The nearest stations to Discovery Center of Springfield:

Bus

Transit Center (13 min walk)