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Visitor tip
Don't miss the interactive robotic arm and circuit exhibits - these were highlighted as standout favorites by visitors. The brain teasers are also popular with adults looking for more challenging activities.
Best time
Visit on the third Thursday (4:00-6:00 PM) for planetarium shows if you have members - they get early and exclusive access to special events. Planetarium shows run every 15 minutes, so you can catch multiple shows during your visit.
About North Dakota's Gateway to Science
Educational museum for children. Kids' museum with interactive exhibits on electricity, robotics & other scientific topics.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Science Center
- Highlights
- Interactive STEM exhibits, Digitalis Dome Planetarium
- Membership
- Yes — includes free admission, member events, program discounts
- Est.
- Since 1994
What visitors say
Overall a fantastic facility that we’ve enjoyed being members of since they first opened. But recently we utilized their birthday party room and found it to be a complete sham. Despite being long standing paying members, as well as many…
My kids spent hours here and i still had to drag them away! Our family has been to a lot of science and museum places but i have never seen a lot of the items they have here. My 10 year old loved the circuits and my 5 year old loved the…
My kids love visiting here! There's something for each of them (8, 6, and 4), and they keep wanting to come back for more. Make sure you have plenty of time to spend here, the variety of exhibits and activities available keep kids…
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Did You Know?
- Members receive reciprocal admission to ASTC (Association of Science & Technology Centers) and ACM (Association of Children's Museums) member institutions nationwide, providing access to hundreds of museums across North America
- The Digitalis Dome Planetarium runs shows approximately every 15 minutes, with dedicated Thursday evening shows (4:00-6:00 PM every third Thursday), plus Gallery After Dark 18+ adult-focused events
- The facility features a newly constructed building and includes diverse interactive STEM exhibits specifically designed for all ages from toddlers to grandparents, with notable exhibits including circuits, a working robotic arm, and brain teasers
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