GRAB YOUR HARD HAT AND PUT ON YOUR SAFETY VEST! Plan, renovate, decorate, paint, tile, build, and more at the Flint Hills Discovery Center’s new temporary exhibition, Building Buddies, opening on Saturday, September 20. The Building Buddies exhibition portrays a small community where everyone is busy working on their homes. Different characters, “buddies”, invite young […]
Capture the Holiday Magic with Santa Claus at Manhattan Town Center Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at Manhattan Town Center in Manhattan, Kansas — where the holiday spirit comes alive and cherished memories are made. From enchanting décor to heartwarming moments with Santa Claus, every visit is designed to be unforgettable. Dates: November 28 – […]
🎨 New Downtown Art Exhibition Join us for our next exhibition opening on Thursday, December 4th Experience “Light & Shadow,” a collaborative exhibit featuring poet Cheryl Savage and artist Kim Belanger, alongside watercolor illustrations by Bridget Bryan. Additionally, explore printmaking works by students of instructor Mary Gordon McFall, showcased in the 409 and Underground Art spaces. […]
Event Date: December 5th, 5:30 PM Parade Route: Poyntz Avenue (from 3rd Street & Poyntz Avenue to City Park) *Please note that the 2025 parade will not go down Moro St. For Parade Goers: Where to Watch: The best viewing spots are along Poyntz Avenue from 3rd Street all the way to City Park. Arrive early to […]
Breakfast with Santa Saturday, December 6, 2025 Once upon a time in cozy Manhattan, Santa came to visit the Discovery Center! Families flocked inside for breakfast and sweet treats. Children played games and told holiday stories. Gingerbread Men were decorated, and families posed for photos with Santa. The only way to find out how this […]
First Saturday Art Market At Switch Wicked Studios 11:00 AM 3:00 PM Google Calendar ICS First Saturday Art Market at Switch Wicked Studios Join us on the first Saturday of every month for the […]
Breakfast with Santa Saturday, December 13, 2025 Once upon a time in cozy Manhattan, Santa came to visit the Discovery Center! Families flocked inside for breakfast and sweet treats. Children played games and told holiday stories. Gingerbread Men were decorated, and families posed for photos with Santa. The only way to find out how this […]
School's Out STEAM Station December 22 & 23 School’s out—creativity is in! Drop by our free, daylong hands-on STEAM station and explore the playful intersection of visual art and math. Perfect for curious kids (and fun-loving grown-ups). 2-D Shape Safari December 22 + 23 | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Museum Atrium | FREE | […]
School’s out—creativity is in! Drop by our free, daylong hands-on STEAM station and explore the playful intersection of visual art and math. Perfect for curious kids (and fun-loving grown-ups). Symmetry + 3-D Builder Lab December 29 + 30 | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Museum Atrium | FREE | All Ages Fold and construct paper […]
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 It's our annual family-friendly celebration to ring in the New Year. Party the night away with food, music, fun, and our iconic balloon drop at Kids' Midnight (8 pm). Families will enjoy: Delicious snacks and drinks Access to all FHDC exhibits, including the Building Buddies temporary exhibit Fun-filled themed activities Our […]