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The Science Center of Iowa

401 W Martin Luther King Jr Pky, Des Moines, IA 50309 Get directions Cross Streets: Between SW 3rd St and SW 5th St
41.582302 -93.620658

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Upcoming Events at The Science Center of Iowa :

Date Event Name
Mon Dec 14, 2009 at 9:30AM Pint Size Science - Light and Shadows
Tue Dec 22, 2009 at 1:00PM Pint Size Science - Light and Shadows
About:Imagine. Experiment. Play! At the Science Center of Iowa, the experience is yours! From the inner workings of the human body to the outer reaches of the solar system, science surrounds you with dynamic live programs and hands-on interactive exhibits that will inspire the curiosity in us all. Interact, experiment and explore and see what you and science can do! IMAX THEATRE About the Theater At SCI's 216-seat Blank IMAX Dome Theater, you don't just watch a film, you experience the big picture. The six-story dome screen wraps you in larger than life images that surround your field of view, front-to-back, top-to-bottom, taking you places you've never been and immersing you in a unique film experience. The state-of-the-art 12,000 watt digital surround sound system lets you hear everything from a tiny drop of rain to a huge clap of thunder with crystal clarity. Ticketing Information How to purchase advance IMAX tickets: online or: Call from 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday through Saturday Stop by the Science Center of Iowa Box Office Tickets purchased in advance will be available for pick-up at the SCI Box Office the day of the film. Tickets purchased the day of the show are subject to availability. Please note, IMAX ticket purchases are non-refundable.
Hours:Sun: 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 a.m., Mon: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Tue: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Wed: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Thu: 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., Fri: 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., Sat: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Categories:Preschools, Movie Theaters, Aquariums & Zoos, Banquet Rooms, Childcare Services, Convention Centers
Specialities:6 Interactive Platforms, Facility Rentals Available, Blank Imax Dome Theater, Blank Imax Dome Theater-Gift Shop-Cafe, Cafe, Full-Day & Year Round, Gift Shop, Part-Day
Products and Services:Activities, Entertainment, Information, Juice, Nachos, Popcorn, Pretzels, Soft Drinks, Tours
Smoking:No Smoking
Other Contact Info:Email: visitors@sciowa.org
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  1. User Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    by a Yahoo! Local User
    08/17/2005
    MUCH better than the old center!!!: Remember those hokey trips to the Science Center when you were little? Those faded memories of 70's decor and even older exhibits are blown away with the new, and very needed, new Science Center.

    Seth and I made a visit in late July. I was pleasantly surprised with the building and as much as it cost, I should have been! My favorite part was the planetarium. Instead of only having 2 shows per day, they now have ongoing "jukebox" shows in addition to 4+ different programs. A word of caution, however; lying on the floor for an entire show will leave you crippled. While the floor is designed for patrons to lie down for a full experience, it is not designed for comfort. They may as well have painted concrete rather than install carpet. Alternatively, if you elect to sit and watch, your neck will feel the experience long after it's over.

    IMAX was ok...we saw the Nascar show. (I wanted to see "The Living Sea")

    All in all, the trip is worth the money. Just don't park in their ramp...they charge what I believe to be an enormous fee...considering how much time it takes to fully enjoy the center. Instead, drive around for 5 minutes and find a metered spot (free on nights and weekends).
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