Flint Hills Discovery Center Foundation

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This 35,000 square foot facility immerses visitors within the wonder and beauty of the Flint Hills.

Guests will enjoy exploring over 10,000 square feet of interactive exhibits and exciting temporary exhibitions. The Flint Hills Discovery Center Foundation advances the mission and work of the Flint Hills Discovery Center through dynamic and vibrant development programs which identify, cultivate, solicit and express appreciation to donors of the Foundation. The Foundation seeks capital, and programming, along with deferred and endowed gifts in support of the Flint Hills Discovery Center.

11/05/2026

We are open on Wednesday, November 11 from 10 am to 5 pm. Gold Star Families, active-duty and reserve military, veterans, and their families receive free admission to the Flint Hills Discovery Center, courtesy of the Flint Hills Discovery Center Foundation.

10/31/2026

🎃👻 Happy Halloween from the Flint Hills Discovery Center Foundation! 🦇🍬

It’s time for costumes, candy, and a little Halloween fun! 🕸️

And we have to ask… what’s the BEST Halloween candy? 🍭

Have a safe, fun, and spook-tacular Halloween! 🧡

10/29/2026

Exciting progress on the the Outdoor Classroom!

A heartfelt thank you to our generous donors whose support is making this renovation possible

10/26/2026

We're proud to support this event. There's still time to join the fun at the FREE Homeschool Festival today until 2 p.m. Come explore, learn and connect!

10/23/2026

Have you heard!!!!

We have exciting news to share — our Outdoor Classroom renovation project has officially broken ground!

After months of planning, preparation and anticipation, we are thrilled to see this vision finally begin to take shape. This project represents an exciting investment in the future of the Flint Hills Discovery Center and in our ability to inspire curiosity, deepen connections to the prairie and create meaningful experiences for generations to come.

The very first step is officially complete — the cedars are gone! What may seem like a small beginning marks a significant milestone. Seeing the first phase of the project come to life makes the vision feel real and allows us to begin imagining what is ahead.

We are incredibly grateful to the donors and supporters who have helped make this moment possible. Your generosity has played an important role in bringing this vision from an idea to reality, and we are honored to have you alongside us on this journey.

There is still much to come, and we cannot wait to share the progress with you as this project takes shape. This is just the beginning — and we are so excited for what comes next!

10/21/2026

Help us Honor Those Who Serve!

This Veterans Day, help us open our doors to those who have served our country.
This year, the Flint Hills Discovery Center Foundation wants to provide FREE admission to the Flint Hills Discovery Center for all military members and their families on Veterans Day, November 11.

With your support, we can make this special day possible.

Through Stand to Match Day, donations made through the Armed Forces Community Foundation on November 11 - 13 to the Flint Hills Discovery Center Foundation’s Military Fund will receive a 50% match on gifts from $25 to $3,500, up to $1,750 in matching funds.

Your gift becomes an even greater gift.
A $50 donation becomes $75.
A $100 donation becomes $150.
A $500 donation becomes $750.

Your generosity can help create a day where a veteran can bring their family through our doors, explore the Flint Hills together, make memories and feel the appreciation of our community.

There are three ways to participate:

MAIL YOUR GIFT
GMCF
P.O. Box 1127
Manhattan, KS 66505

GIVE IN PERSON
Peace Memorial Auditorium/ City Hall
1101 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502
November 11 | 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

GIVE ONLINE
www.standtomatchday.com
Giving is open from: 12:00 a.m. on 11/11 until 11:59 p.m. 11/13

Help Us Give Back to Those Who Gave So Much.

Thank you for helping us honor those who have served and making this special opportunity possible for a veteran and their family.

10/19/2026

What a night! We are a month out from Bison, Beef and Bourbon and are still reliving what a wonderful event it was!

Bison, Beef & Bourbon brought 275 guests together for an unforgettable evening celebrating the Flint Hills, great food and bourbon. With four bourbon vendors, b**r and w**e, incredible auction items, and an enthusiastic crowd supported by an amazing team of volunteers and donors, the evening was filled with fun, connection and generosity. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who helped make this signature event such a success.

The generosity shown throughout the evening directly supports the Flint Hills Discovery Center Foundation and our mission. Every ticket purchased, auction bid, donation and word of support helps us continue investing in experiences and opportunities that connect people to the Flint Hills. Thank you for showing up, giving generously and helping us celebrate and support the place we all love. We couldn't do it without you!

From the WHOLE Foundation Board of Directors, THANK YOU!

10/14/2026

Happy National Dessert Day! 🧁🍫

Life is sweeter when we celebrate the little things - and today, we're celebrating DESSERT!

We want to know..... what's your all-time favorite dessert? Are you team vanilla cake🍰, homemade pie 🥧, fresh-baked cookies 🍪, or ice cream🍦?

Drop your favorite in the comments! Even better if you share the recipe!

Let's see which sweet treat wins the day!

Address

315 S 3rd Street
Manhattan, KS
66502

Telephone

+17857481275

Website

https://www.flinthillsdiscovery.org/151/FHDC-Foundation

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