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The Flint Hills Discovery Center inspires people to celebrate, explore, and care for the Flint Hills.

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Participate in a FREE 5–10-minute science demonstration every Friday at noon, June 2-July 28, at Blue Earth Plaza. Bring lunch and then head to the FHDC for more fun!
Use the #SunflowerSummer program app, https://t.co/GNYYvWgpfT to experience the exhibit, Mission Aerospace free.

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Come along for an immersive experience into the Flint Hills with our Guided Konza Hikes on Thurs., June 1 & 15, 7-9 a.m. Pre-registration is required, and spots are limited. Sign up today at https://t.co/8cl6UIW1uq

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Update from Manhattan Parks & Recreation about the Blue Earth Plaza water feature.

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Manhattan Parks and Recreation still intends to open the Blue Earth Plaza water feature sometime later this season and our staff are working diligently toward that goal.

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Blast off with Mission Aerospace!✈️Navigate, explore, innovate, and see yourself at @NASA.🚀Open 10-5 Sat., 12-5 Sun. Mission Aerospace is created by @MinotaurMazes, a company specializing in interactive maze exhibits.

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Wow! The dust has finally settled, and we can announce that 5,579 people attended our Flint Hills Festival this past Saturday, including @CoachJTang and his wife. Thank you to everyone for your support!
#KStateMBB #kstate #tangtime #hangwithtang

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Visit https://t.co/Xz0ky142I3 on Fri., April 21, 12 am-11:59 pm to make a donation to the FHDC Foundation Youth Education Endowment Fund. Your gift will be matched at 50% thanks to the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation.

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We are officially a partner with @NASA! On March 16, NASA named us as an official "Community Anchor" to bring STEM and space science to traditionally underserved areas. Read the press release - https://t.co/5KEQ25WIAH - and look for more info in the future! To the Stars! 🚀✈️🌎⭐

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Welcome, Aaron!

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City Manager Ron Fehr announced today that Aaron Stewart, who currently serves as Parks and Recreation Director for the City of Garden City, has been hired as the new Director of @ManhattanPRD (MPRD), with an anticipated start date of April 17.

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Our Summer 2023 Activity Guide is now available online! Registration for summer programs opens March 13! Registration for summer camps opens March 27 at 8 AM! You can view the guide online at https://t.co/h1hyYWl9Zd #mhkprd

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Tues., Feb. 14-Sun., Feb. 19 is our Member Week of Gratitude. In addition to the great benefits members get every day of the year, we have some bonus perks this week. "Bring a Buddy", partner business discounts, 20% off in our gift store, and more! Info at https://t.co/Sq10PFBZmy

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Explore Dinosaurs: Fossils Exposed at the FHDC! Explore the world of these amazing creatures that once dominated our planet! See 6 full skeletons, uncover fossils in the dig pit, and play in the wooden tunnels. Learn more at https://t.co/92ZSJpqwYr.

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Due to the snow, our Terrace is closed.

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Dinosaurs: Fossils Exposed opens Saturday, January 21 at the FHDC! https://t.co/rPm722fxx3

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@ksgeology Thank you @ksgeology! We love sharing our love of the Flint Hills.

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While we are transitioning to our next exhibit, Dinosaurs: Fossils Exposed, we have dinosaur activities set up in the classroom. There are six different stations and tons of fun to be had! Dinosaurs: Fossils Exposed, opens Sat., Jan. 21. Learn more at https://t.co/YeOLLdBnRo.

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@ShannonNajma @WSJ The Flint Hills Discovery Center in Manhattan, KS is the only center in the world dedicated to the Flint Hills region and Tallgrass Prairie. Come visit this one-of-a-kind place!

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Dinosaurs: Fossils Exposed opens to the public on Sat., Jan. 21. The Exclusive Member Opening is Fri., Jan. 20, from 5:30-7 pm. Members can RSVP to [email protected] for the event. Not a member? Become one today at https://t.co/LaPolyDRY0.

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We are open today from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Bring the whole family and have a great time exploring life in the Flint Hills!

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WE ARE OPEN!
Come in out of the cold and visit the Discovery Center from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. where it is nice and warm.
Due to the conditions, the Terrace is closed.

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We are closed today. We will reopen on Friday for our regular hours (10 a.m.-5 p.m.) Stay safe and warm!