Don Harrington Discovery Center
Medical Center Park area, Amarillo, TX
Best for
best for preschoolers through middle-elementary ages, with some appeal beyond that
Hours
Tuesday 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Parking
Parking available
Visit style
hands-on museum exploration
Birthday parties
Available
Profile
Strong profile coverage
Editor's Take
Best for curious kids who want hands-on discovery, not just gross-motor play, and for families who like getting a full museum visit out of one admission.
Best Fit
- Curious preschoolers and elementary-age kids who like exhibits and experiments
- Families who want all-day value instead of a short timed session
- Birthday parties with educational play built in
- Families looking only for climbing and big-body active play
- Kids who want a pure playground or trampoline experience
- Visitors expecting a very fast in-and-out play stop
At a Glance
Venue type
Age groups
Play features
Family amenities
Birthday party options
Accessibility and comfort
Visit options
Price range
Toddler-friendly
Operator type
Play model
Supervision model
Max recommended age
Structured classes or guided programming
Hours vary due to private events
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Pricing Snapshot
Dhdc Party Package
$250Dhdc Bundle And Save
$380Educators K12
FreeMuseums For All
$2 for up to 4 peopleFree First Mondays
Free admission on the first Monday of each month from 16:30-19:00Adults
$16Seniors 65 Plus
$10Children Under 2
FreeCollege Students
$10Military Veterans
$10Children Ages 2 To 17
$10Don Harrington Discovery Center is Amarillo's hands-on science museum, blending interactive exhibits, educational play, and a full-dome planetarium into a strong all-weather family outing. It is broader than a traditional indoor playground, but it clearly fits families looking for indoor exploration, kinder-focused spaces, and museum-style discovery for kids. The museum also offers birthday packages, recurring programs, camps, and free or discounted community-access options.
Indoor Play Atlas Notes
Birthday Party Snapshot
- All-day general admission for guests
- Shared party host
- Post-party cleanup
- Access to exhibits and exploration areas
Price
$250Extras
Additional guests $5 eachGuest Count
20 children and 10 adults/chaperones includedPrice
$380Added Inclusions
- Space Theater show
- Party assistant
- Gift for the birthday child
- Cupcakes
- Juice boxes
- Activity choice
- Party favors
- Decorations
Accessibility & Comfort
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Best for
best for preschoolers through middle-elementary ages, with some appeal beyond that
Hours
Tuesday 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Parking
Parking available
Visit style
hands-on museum exploration
Phone
(806) 355-9547Address
1200 Streit Drive
Amarillo, TX, 79106
Last updated
April 18, 2026
Verification summary
Last verified: April 5, 2026
Checked against 4 public sources.
Reviewed as
Business website and booking-flow review
April 5, 2026
Verified museum hours, current admissions, and DHDC-specific birthday package pricing from official Discovery Center Collective pages.
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