Discovery Center of Idaho, Science museum in Boise, United States
The Discovery Center of Idaho features over 150 interactive exhibits where visitors can explore scientific principles through physical experiments and demonstrations.
Founded in 1988, this science center has developed from a small local initiative into a major educational institution serving thousands of Idaho residents annually.
The center connects science with regional innovations through exhibits highlighting Idaho technological advancements and natural phenomena specific to the Northwest region.
Located near Julia Davis Park, the center maintains regular hours from Monday through Thursday 10:00-16:30, Friday 10:00-19:30, and weekends 10:00-16:30.
The Micron Innovation Lab within the center provides specialized equipment for hands-on experiments in electronics, robotics, and computer programming.
Location: Idaho
Address: 131 131 West Myrtle Street 83702 Boise 83702 Boise
Opening Hours: Monday-Thursday 10:00-16:30; Friday 10:00-19:30; Saturday-Sunday 10:00-16:30
Phone: +12083439895
Website: http://dcidaho.org
GPS coordinates: 43.60830,-116.19900
Latest update: March 3, 2025 12:54
This selection showcases the monuments, historical buildings, and natural spaces of Boise, Idaho's capital. Discover the Old Penitentiary from 1872, the Capitol with its sandstone dome, and parks like Kathryn Albertson with its wildlife viewing areas. The city also includes cultural institutions such as the Basque Museum, the 1927 Egyptian Art Deco Theater, and natural spaces like the 40 km trail along the Boise River.
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U.S. Bank Building
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Christ Chapel
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The Egyptian Theatre
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Boise Historic District
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Cyrus Jacobs House
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Idaho Black History Museum
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Boise Junior College Administration Building
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Ninth Street Bridge
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Capitol Boulevard Memorial Bridge
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Belgravia Building
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Chinese Odd Fellows Building
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West Warm Springs Historic District
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John Regan American Legion Hall
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South Eighth Street Historic District
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Idaho State Forester's Building
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Thomas E. Logan House
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Reclamation Service Boise Project Office
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C. C. Cavanah House
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Idaho State Museum
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Boiseko euskal etxea
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Basque Museum and Cultural Center
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Zoo Boise
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