Discovery Science Place, Tyler

Name: Discovery Science Place
Address: 308 N Broadway Ave, Tyler, 75702-5711, United States
Telephone: +1 903-533-8011

#5 among attractions in Tyler

Museum, Children's museum, Science museum

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Facts and practical information

The Discovery Science Place is a children's science museum located in Tyler, in the U.S. state of Texas. The museum is housed in an old car dealership and has been in service to the community since 1993. The museum offers an extensive array of exhibits including: ()

Established: 1993 (31 years ago)Coordinates: 32°21'10"N, 95°18'4"W

Address

308 N Broadway AveDowntown TylerTyler 75702-5711 United States

Contact

+1 903-533-8011

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Discovery Science Place – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Liberty Hall, Whitaker-McClendon House, Goodman-LeGrand House.

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Church, Spanish colonial revival architecture
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Tyler
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~870 ftS
Music and shows, Nightlife, Theater
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Museum, Historical place, History museum
Whitaker-McClendon House, Tyler
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~1390 ftN
Museum, History museum
Goodman-LeGrand House, Tyler
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~940 ftS
Museum
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32°20'22"N • 95°18'0"W
The Children's Park of Tyler, Tyler
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Charnwood Residential Historic District, Tyler
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~1490 ftW
City hall
Tyler City Hall, Tyler
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~1130 ftSW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
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Church
St. James Colored Methodist Episcopal Church, Tyler
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Universities and schools
Tyler Junior College, Tyler
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Discovery Science Place open?

Discovery Science Place is open:

Monday closed
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 1 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Discovery Science Place?

Nearby attractions include Liberty Hall, Tyler (5 min walk), Carnegie Public Library, Tyler (5 min walk), Marvin Methodist Episcopal Church, Tyler (6 min walk), Goodman-LeGrand House, Tyler (7 min walk).