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Open through January 7 Arctic Adventure

Exploration Place’s indoor polar playground returns this winter with new activities, returning favorites and the addition of new spaces – indoor and out! Spanning four exhibit galleries, Arctic Adventure is a journey through different winter lands that provide opportunities to interact with and explore cold-weather activities, animals, geography and even a touch of fantasy.

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Now Playing in the Dome The Arctic: Our Last Great Wilderness

Imagine a vast, wild, and magical place in the far north of Alaska where one of earth’s greatest natural spectacles unfolds.

Discover a land that has evolved intact and untamed since the beginning of time, a world few have truly seen until now. For the first time on the giant screen, join National Geographic photographer Florian Schulz to experience this special place worth protecting.

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Showing through January 7 Fire & Ice

In a battle of polar opposites, Fire & Ice pits two extremes against each other. Which element, flame or freeze, will reign supreme? Join us as we spin the wheel for a random game of chance to demo cool experiments that are too hot to pass up. This Live Science Show is the ultimate exploration of the science behind Fire & Ice.

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Exploration Place is Kansas’ premier science center, inspiring a deeper interest in science and technology through creative and fun experiences for all.

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Visitor Reviews

"My kids LOVE this place and honestly so do I. The exhibits are very well put together, live science shows are always amazing and they love to get kids involved. There's so much I could say about how great it is but you really should go check it out for yourself. Don't forget to check out the dome theater."

Isaac A.

“This place was absolutely amazing. So much for children and adults to do and learn!”

Ryan Y.

"I have been to the Exploration Place several times over the years when various family members come to visit. It NEVER disappoints! The Dome Theater is a great twist on immersive film watching and the exhibits range from Aerospace, Health Habits to Kansas geography and history. This doesn't even factor in the traveling exhibits which has covered superheroes to world record holders. This place has your kids covered for all ages and allows with a lot of interaction. Can't forget that Arkansas River view either!"

Brandon W.

“We came from Manitoba, Canada. Loved it here! We brought six kids, and they all had a blast. Love how hands-on it is, and the exhibits are very well done! Would totally do this again! Thank you for an awesome time!”

Mindy R.

"Wow! This place has soooo much to do. We spent several hours here and could easily have spent several more. If we lived in the area, we would definitely have a membership to this place. There are awesome science shows and videos to watch. Everything is both fun and educational. The facility is clean and organized and staff is always nearby to help out."

Rebekah H.

“I have been a visitor since my son was a small boy. We had countless trips under our belt, and now he is just a semester away from his Civil Engineering degree. The only credit I deserve is instilling a desire to understand mechanisms by nurturing curiosity. Exploration Place is priceless, [expanding] the minds of our children beyond what any parent can teach or even conceive.”

Randy S.