Danville Science Center, Danville

Name: Danville Science Center
Address: 677 Craghead St, Danville, 24541-1503, United States
Telephone: +1 434-791-5160

#5 among attractions in Danville

Top attraction, Museum, Zoo, Science museum

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Danville Science Center is a science museum affiliated with the Science Museum of Virginia located in the tobacco warehouse district of Danville, Virginia. ()

Established: 1995 (29 years ago)Coordinates: 36°35'3"N, 79°23'5"W

Address

677 Craghead StDanville 24541-1503 United States

Contact

+1 434-791-5160

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Danville Science Center – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Downtown Danville Historic District, Danville
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Holbrooks–Ross Street Historic District, Danville
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Danville Science Center open?

Danville Science Center is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 9:30 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9:30 am - 5 pm
Friday 9:30 am - 5 pm
Saturday 9:30 am - 5 pm
Sunday 1 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Danville Science Center?

Nearby attractions include Danville Tobacco Warehouse and Residential District, Danville (6 min walk), Downtown Danville Historic District, Danville (15 min walk), Danville National Cemetery, Danville (15 min walk), Danvillian Gallery, Danville (15 min walk).

How to get to Danville Science Center by public transport?

The nearest stations to Danville Science Center:

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Danville (2 min walk)