PHILLIPS PARK ZOO
1000 Ray Moses Drive, Aurora, IL 60505 DIRECTIONS
Since 1915
Here’s The Deal:
Phillips Park Zoo is a small municipal Zoo established in 1915. Its mission is to render a safe environment where students or visitors can better understand the animal world. The zoo is surrounded by recreation/education and giving professional care for the animals housed at the zoo. This municipal zoo is primarily displaying North American Animals in outdoor exhibits and indoor reptile exhibits. Tours of this zoo are given to school groups and scouting groups during the hours of 9 am and 2 pm, from Wednesday through Saturday. Phillips Park Zoo affords free admission. All tours must be scheduled at least two weeks in advance. Parking is available across the Stover Visitor Center for the Zoo, Sunken Garden, and Visitor Center.
SPECIALTY:
Company Events, Kid's Zone, Outdoor and Indoor Exhibits, Weddings, Plant Life, Llamas, and Pygmy Goats, Reptiles: Snakes, Turtles, and Tortoises, Great Horned Owls, Gift Shops, School Field Trips, Birthday Parties, Daily Presentations, Programs for Kids, Picnics, Gray Wolves, Farmyard Animals, River Otters, Family, Conservation & Adults Programs
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SCITECH HANDS ON MUSEUM
18 West Benton Street, Aurora, IL 60506 DIRECTIONS
Since 1988
Here’s The Deal:
SciTech Hands On Museum is conveniently located in Aurora. It is a 30,000 sq. ft museum that encourages visitors to imagine, explore, and discover. It is a family-friendly science center with abundant street parking, three floors of hands-on exhibits, and everyday activities. SciTech Hands-On Museums' mission is to inspire learning through creative, interactive activities and educational programs. Every visitor can explore over 200 interactive STEAM exhibits (science, technology, engineering, art, mathematics) that inspire education/imagination. Guests can see birds and wildlife from the outdoor park during the summer. SciTech Hands-On Museum offers free wifi, free admission for children under three years, and gift cards are also available here.
SPECIALTY:
Discovery Field Trips, Technology, Education, School Visit, Overnights, Gift Shop, Engineering, Art, Mathematics, Science2Go, Birthday Parties, Early Learning, Girl and Cub Scouts, Scout Programs, Starlab, Day & Summer Camps
Price: Adult(Ages18-59): $10
Child(Ages 4-17): $10
Senior, Military & First Responders:(Ages 59 +): $8
Discount: 50% off general admission for up to six people for the membership card.
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AURORA REGIONAL FIRE MUSEUM
53 North Broadway, Aurora, IL 60505 DIRECTIONS
Since 1894
Here’s The Deal:
Aurora Regional Fire Museum is situated in Aurora's original Central Station. It provides a home for learning, public history, and community gathering for all ages and occasions. The museum is open to regular public hours and emphasizes various. Their interactive exhibits are designed to educate and entertain kids, families, and firefighters. Aurora Regional Fire Museum provides walk-in tours, scheduled group tours, field trips, educational programs, scout programs, etc. This place is perfect for a variety type of events and meetings. The backbone of the Aurora Regional Fire Museum is its strong collection of over 1,000 artifacts, 2,000 photographs, and countless volumes of history. Discounted rates are available for groups of 10 or more. Ample parking is located behind their building in a lot accessible from LaSalle Street.
SPECIALTY:
Teachers, Stores, Students, Exhibitions, Collection, Meetings Rentals, Group Tours Visits, Cooking Classes, Summer Camps, Educational Resources, History Presentations, Field Trips, Old Central Fire Station's Renovation, Gift Shops, Workshops, Youth, Special Events, Rental Facility, Birthday Parties & Family Programs
Price: Admission: Person(ages 3 and 3+): $5