Flint Hills Discovery Center

05/29/2026

Our next Preschool Together class for ages 2.5 to 4 with an adult begins on Thursday, June 4! The sea is full of wonder - don't miss the chance to explore it! Register online at https://ow.ly/BGw750Z0TMq, by phone at 785-587-2726, or in person at the Discovery Center.

Video description: Preschool Together Under the Sea, June 4 through 25, video of cartoon sea creatures swimming around in the "sea".

05/26/2026

Want to know when we're busy with field trips? Check the Field Trip Forecast!

05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day. We are closed today.

05/24/2026

Splash of Science returns on Friday, May 29! Join us right at noon just outside of the main entrance for a fun, FREE science experiment. Our first one is a crowd favorite - Fizz & Fly Rockets. Don't miss it!

05/23/2026

🐴 Make It! Workshop: Build a Stick Horse
📅 Saturday, June 6
🕙 10 am to 12 pm
👩🏽‍👦🏽 Ages 2 to 17 with an adult 18+
💲 FHDC Members - $20, non-members - $25
Register online ➡️ https://ow.ly/eo8C50Z18Eo
By phone ➡️ 785-587-2726
In person ➡️ Discovery Center
Spots are limited!

05/22/2026

Get ready for a Tyrannosaurs rex sized good time! Join Manhattan Parks and Recreation for a free showing of Jurassic Park next Friday in Blue Earth Plaza. While we won't be open in the evening, make sure to see our latest temporary exhibit, Roar & Explore with Dinosaurs 🦖 from Miami Children's Museum, during our normal hours to experience your own up-close encounter with these mighty creatures.

You guessed it — our next Movie in the Park is Jurassic Park.

Join Manhattan Parks and Recreation for this free movie night on May 29 at 7:30 p.m. at Blue Earth Plaza. If you’ve been exploring the Flint Hills Discovery Center’s Roar and Explore Dinosaur exhibit, this is the perfect way to keep the dinosaur adventure going.

Beer, wine, and punch will be available for purchase from Manhattan Brewing Company.

Hold onto your butts and join us for a dino-sized night of fun.

Jurassic Park is rated PG-13
Parents should be advised the film contains mild language and intense themes that may not be appropriate for all audiences. For more details visit www.commonsensemedia.org/movie-reviews/jurassic-park

05/22/2026

Team USA Watch Party!

Red, White & Goal! Get ready to cheer on Team USA with the community at Anneberg Park on June 12! The match kicks off at 8 PM, and we’re bringing the energy for a fun night of soccer, hometown spirit, and big-game excitement.

Come early, wear your red, white, and blue, and settle in to watch the action with fellow fans. Concessions will be available for purchase, so grab your favorite snacks and enjoy the evening under the summer sky.

This special watch party is happening as part of the ManHATtrick soccer tournament hosted by Sporting Kaw Valley MHK, taking place earlier that day — so make a full day of it and celebrate all things soccer with us!

Bring your friends, bring your team spirit, and let’s make some noise for Team USA! 🎉⚽

05/22/2026

🦖 Get ready to come face-to-face with a legend at Roar & Explore with Dinosaurs! 🦖

Ruling North America as one of the largest meat-eaters ever, Tyrannosaurus rex could grow up to 40 feet long and weigh as much as two elephants. With 60 razor-sharp teeth and a crushing force of 8,000 pounds, this apex hunter was built to dominate. Come discover the king of the Cretaceous and see why T. rex still captures our imagination today.

Don’t miss your chance to learn more about and experience this prehistoric predator up close at Roar & Explore with Dinosaurs https://ow.ly/xHty50Z1SQO! Regular admission rates apply.

Thank you McCownGordon Construction for sponsoring the Tyrannosaurus rex and inspiring discovery.

Roar & Explore with Dinosaurs was created by the Miami Children's Museum.



Video description: Animatronic Tyrannosaurus rex dinosaur roaring followed by the graphic for Roar & Explore with Dinosaurs at the Flint Hills Discovery Center, May 16 through September 6.

05/21/2026

Our next Preschool Together class for ages 2.5 to 4 with an adult begins in just two weeks on Thursday, June 4! The sea is full of wonder - don't miss the chance to explore it! Register online at https://ow.ly/BGw750Z0TMq, by phone at 785-587-2726, or in person at the Discovery Center.

Video description: Preschool Together Under the Sea, June 4 through 25, video of cartoon sea creatures swimming around in the "sea".