Children's Museums

Wonders Center & Science Museum

Name: Wonders Center & Science Museum
Address: 855 TN-46, Dickson, TN 37055, Dickson, TN, US
Telephone: (931) 212-7990
Rating: 4.6

★★★★☆ 4.6 (687 reviews)

📍 855 TN-46, Dickson, TN 37055

📞 (931) 212-7990

🌐 wonderscenter.org

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🕐 Hours

Monday	10 AM–4 PM
Tuesday	10 AM–4 PM
Wednesday	10 AM–4 PM
Thursday	10 AM–4 PM
Friday	10 AM–4 PM
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	1–5:30 PM

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About Wonders Center & Science Museum

Wonders Center & Science Museum is a children's museum in Dickson, TN. Wonders Center & Science Museum is the largest science museum in Tennessee, spanning over 100,000 square feet. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 687 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Science Center
Size & Recognition: Largest in Tennessee; #1 Planetarium in America
Best For: All ages
Highlights: 55-foot dinosaur, Tesla Coil show, Dino sand pit, planetarium, fossil exhibits
Admission: Adults $35, Youth $20, 5 & Under Free

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Wonders Center & Science Museum is the largest science museum in Tennessee, spanning over 100,000 square feet
⭐The museum features a #1 ranked Planetarium experience in America according to the venue information
⭐The museum houses a 55-foot Camarasaurus skeleton, one of the largest dinosaur specimens on display
⭐The museum displays 1,000 year old Bible Scrolls as part of its collection
⭐Features a 65-foot outdoor Gem Mining experience, offering an interactive hands-on geology activity

💬 What Visitors Say

💬Buy tickets online before your visit to skip the ticket line and go straight in, especially important during holidays and weekends when crowds increase.
💬Plan for at least 3 hours to experience the museum thoroughly; the 100,000+ square feet layout is spread out enough that you won't feel crowded even on busy days.
💡Don't miss the outdoor Gem Mining experience (65-foot area) — the basic $10 package offers excellent value and is highly enjoyed by visitors of all ages.
💡Attend the monthly 'Unwrapped Talks' on various subjects to deepen your understanding of exhibits and get expert insights beyond what's available in regular browsing.
🕐Visit on Sunday afternoons for a less crowded experience with more opportunity for staff interaction and hands-on engagement with live animals in the zoology exhibits.