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Boonshoft Museum
of Discovery

2600 DeWeese Parkway
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 275-7431
Fax (937) 275-5811
TTY (937) 278-6076

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Hours

Monday – Saturday
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Sunday
12:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

Closed: New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, Chistmas Eve, Christmas Day, Easter

General Admission

Children (2-16) $7.50
Adults $8.50
Seniors $7.50
Children (under 2) Free
Members are FREE!

Effective June 1, 2012
Children (2-16) $8.00
Adults $9.00
Seniors $8.00
Children (under 2) Free
Members are FREE!

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Afterschool Programs

For 2011, the Boonshoft Museum will host: Little No Limits, No Limits, Junior Scientist and AfterSchool Science Club (A.S.C). Classes will begin Thursday, September 15.
*Please note that all classes will be Thursday only for 2011.

No Limits, Junior Scientist and AfterSchool Science Club (A.S.C). runs from 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Little No Limits runs from 4:45-5:30 p.m.

Call 937-275-7431, ext. 116 for more information.
 

A.S.C. (Afterschool Science Club), Grades 4-8

Science is all about asking questions, seeking answers – and having fun while doing it! Go behind the scenes at the Museum for hands-on learning experiments. Chat with scientists working around the world and learn to use science technologies as you explore a wide range of topics, including: robotics, astronomy, animals, cooking, forensics, mummies, and engineering.

Fee: $10.00 per week or $40.00 per month; $5.00 per month discount for families enrolling multiple siblings.

Dates: September 15, 2011 - May 17, 2012

Time: 4:00-5:30 p.m.

How to register: Contact 937-275-7431 ext. 116.

For more information: Call 937-275-7431 ext. 154.

 

No Limits! Science for Kids, Grades K-3

Children in Kindergarten through 3rd grade can meet once a week, after school for science fun and excitement! Watch your child light up as they learn to program and build real robots, experiment with magnets and electricity, take an insect safari, mix chemical concoctions, and more. They’ll be having fun and you’ll know they’re getting a head start in their education.

Fee: $10/week or $40/month; $5/month discount for multiple siblings.

Dates: September 15, 2011 - May 17, 2012

Time: 4:00-5:30 p.m.

How to register: Contact 937-275-7431 ext. 116.

For more information: Call 937-275-7431 ext. 156.

 

Little No Limits! Science for Kids, Ages 3-5

Children ages 3 to 5 can meet once a week for age-appropriate science fun and excitement! Watch your child light up as they work with real robots, experiment with magnets and electricity, take an insect safari, mix chemical concoctions, and more. They’ll be having fun and you’ll know they’re getting a head start in their education.

Fee: $10/week or $40/month; $5/month discount for multiple siblings.

Dates: September 15, 2011 - May 17, 2012

Time: 4:45-5:30 p.m.

How to register: Contact 937-275-7431 ext. 116.

For more information: Call 937-275-7431 ext. 156.

 
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