Welcome to Sloan Museum of Discovery
Discover your aha!
This 107,000 square feet hands-on science and history museum re-opened in 2022 after an extensive expansion and renovation. The new Sloan Museum of Discovery features four primary interactive galleries and a 6,000 square feet special traveling exhibit gallery. The museum is located on the campus of the Flint Cultural Center within walking distance of several entertainment, arts, and educational centers.
EXPLORE OUR GALLERIES
FUN GALLERY
May 16 - September 13, 2026
The Lost World of Dragons
TRAVELING EXHIBIT
The Lost World of Dragons explores the histories of these legendary beasts and the cultures that celebrate them! Features life-size animatronic dragons and interactive displays.
DISCOVERY HALL
HAGERMAN STREET
DURANT VEHICLE GALLERY
HISTORY GALLERY
HANDS-ON GALLERY
Inclusive stories of Flint and Genesee County’s earliest inhabitants through history-in-the-making.
Planning a museum day?
Don't forget to drop by the Discovery Lab maker's space, located within Discovery Hall!
Planned hands-on activities and supplies are available weekly from our floor staff and educators to engage and inspire parents and children alike. Or, grab some materials and let your imagination take the lead - the Discovery Lab is stocked full of arts and crafts, Legos, and MORE! The maker space is completely free, included with Museum admission.
Discovery Lab Maker's Space Hours
Tues - Sat: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Sunday: Noon - 5 p.m.
GREAT LAKES WATER TABLE AT SLOAN MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY
Located in Discovery Hall, the Great Lakes Water Table is a favorite among visitors. This hands-on interactive was designed and fabricated by Boss Display. Click below to see other featured interactives in Discovery Hall Science GalleryEnd your visit at the Museum Store for unique gifts and souvenirs, or grab a snack at the Coffee Beanery Café!
FOOD & BEVERAGE POLICY:
If you get hungry or thirsty during your visit, the Coffee Beanery Café is located in the main lobby before you get into the museum. The café menu has kid-friendly breakfast and lunch items, snacks, and hot & cold beverages. Snacks and sack lunches containing prepared food are allowed and may be consumed in the Coffee Beanery Café. Please do not bring in catered food, fast food from other restaurants, or large coolers of unprepared food into the café. Please help us keep our galleries and artifacts pest-free by consuming all food and beverages inside the cafeteria, or outside on the patio if weather permits. We provide free lockers for storage of any food items or valuables you'd like to keep safe while enjoying the museum. Thank you.
Out-of-County Guests
BUY TICKETS
Purchase a combo-ticket for a show at Longway Planetarium and general admission to Sloan Museum at these discounted combo-ticket rates (please plan your purchases mindfully; ticket sales are final and non-refundable)
