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FAQs
The Discovery Center is closed every Tuesday for museum upkeep and the following days as well:
New Year's Day: 1/1/2025
Easter: 4/20/2025
Memorial Day: 5/26/2025
Independence Day: 7/4/2025
Labor Day: 9/1/2025
Thanksgiving Day: 11/27/2025
Christmas Eve: 12/24/2025
Christmas Day: 12/25/2025
The Magic City Discovery Center is a direct result of successful public-private partnerships with the City of Minot, Minot Park District, Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation - Department of Defense, the State of North Dakota, and numerous supporters from regional businesses, foundations, and individuals.
Yes, we offer 20% off admission and memberships for our service members and their families.
This 28,000 square ft. discovery center will have you discovering for hours! Your family will be able to explore and interact with 12 galleries filled with over 150 exhibits. You will also enjoy amazing views from every floor inside of the building and our rooftop. You can even enjoy a snack on our outdoor patio!
The Magic City Discovery Center has entrances that are universally accessible to wheelchairs and strollers. The elevators provide access to all floors and exhibits. To the greatest extent possible, we have also designed our exhibits to be accessible for all abilities. Accessible restrooms and parking are also available.
Yes, we offer a significantly reduced price of $5 per person with an EBT or SNAP card.
Yes, we have various memberships available:
Family: $200
Family Plus: $250
Military: $160
Military Family Plus: $200
Grandparents: $200
Creator: $250
Innovator: $500
Yes. Check out Careers on our website to see open positions. Several volunteers are needed to ensure a safe and fun environment and this also helps to keep costs down so our center is accessible by all. You can find volunteer information here! Watch the Magic City Discovery Center's Facebook page and website for more information!
Monday: 9 AM - 4 PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 9 AM - 4 PM
Thursday: 10 AM - 6 PM
Friday: 10 AM - 6 PM
Saturday: 10 AM - 6 PM
Sunday: 10 AM - 6 PM
Our lost and found is located in our coat closet in the lobby area of the Discovery Center. If items have not been claimed within 30 days we will be donating all appropriate items to a local thrift store.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we will continue fundraising and seeking donations to keep admission and membership prices affordable.
Starting in 2013, a visionary community children’s museum group succeeded in establishing a children’s museum in Minot to serve the greater North Dakota region. The STEAM-focused education center is a creativity sanctuary where children will be challenged to solve problems and gain life skills while playing in a fun and safe environment.
The Magic City Discovery Center is a 501©(3) non-profit, incorporated as Children’s Museum of Minot, Inc. doing business as Magic City Discovery Center committed to creating extraordinary learning experiences that have the power to transform the lives of children and families.
No, we are funded by private donations and revenue.