Fixed locationChildren's Museums

Sloan Museum of Discovery

Name: Sloan Museum of Discovery
Address: 1221 E. Kearsley St., Flint, MI, 48503, US
Telephone: (810) 237-3450

Flint Cultural Center, Flint, MI

Large hands-on museum in Flint with a standout early-childhood gallery, water table, maker elements, and family-friendly exhibits.

Plan This Visit

Best for

especially strong for toddlers through elementary age

Hours

Tuesday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Parking

Free parking

Visit style

hands-on museum exploration

Birthday parties

Available

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

A top-tier pick when you want indoor play value without giving up educational substance.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For

Families with mixed ages who want both pretend play and hands-on exhibits
Toddlers and preschoolers who can spend real time in Hagerman Street
Parents who want a cultural outing that still feels kid-centered and interactive

Less Ideal For

Kids seeking trampoline-park intensity or pure gross-motor challenge
Families wanting the cheapest possible short drop-in play visit
Visitors who only want food-cafe lounging rather than exhibit-based play

At a Glance

Venue type

Kids activity center

Age groups

BabiesToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Play features

Toddler areaPretend playSensory playMuseum exhibitsClimbing structure

Family amenities

Cafe on siteCoffee availableFood availableFamily restroomsFree parking

Birthday party options

Birthday parties

Accessibility and comfort

Wheelchair accessibleSensory-friendly

Visit options

Open playDrop-in visitsMembership availableClasses or events

Price range

Mid-range

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Operator type

Museum

Play model

Mixed open play + classes

Supervision model

Caregiver supervised

Max recommended age

Under 13

Structured classes or guided programming

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Mondayclosed

Tuesday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Sunday12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

FoodCoffee Beanery Café is on site

HoursTuesday-Saturday 10:00-17:00; Sunday 12:00-17:00; Monday closed except some holiday or school-break exceptions

ParkingFree parking is available on the north side of the museum off R.T. Longway Blvd.

ProgrammingDrop-in workshops, camps, events, and maker-style experiences are part of the museum calendar

Stroller And Family UseBuilt as a family museum with child-centered galleries and family restroom support

Pricing Snapshot

MembersMembers receive free admission

Non Resident General AdmissionOfficial FAQs list non-resident general admission at roughly $9-$14 depending on age

Resident PolicyGenesee County residents receive free general admission

Special ExhibitsLarge ticketed exhibits can price higher than standard general admission

About the Venue

Sloan Museum of Discovery is more than a rainy-day museum stop: for younger families, it works as one of the region’s strongest indoor play-and-learn destinations. Hagerman Street offers an immersive early-childhood neighborhood for ages 0 to 6, while Discovery Hall adds big hands-on science experiences including a giant Great Lakes water table and an earth climber. The result is a strong choice for siblings who want open-ended play, pretend play, and museum-style discovery in the same visit.

Atlas Perspective

Indoor Play Atlas Notes

Age Fitespecially strong for toddlers through elementary age

Booking Frictionlow

Energy Levelmedium

Noise Levelmedium

Parent Comforthigh

Visit Stylehands-on museum exploration

Birthday Party Snapshot

NotesBirthday parties are advertised through the museum event-services section, though package detail may vary

Parties OfferedYes

Accessibility & Comfort

Family NeedsFamily restroom with adult-sized changing table and child-sized changing tables are available

MobilityAccessible parking, ramp access, barrier-free hallways, free wheelchairs and scooters, and a wheelchair lift are listed on the official accessibility page

NursingA quiet room for nursing mothers is located in Hagerman Street

Sensory SupportSensory kits with noise-canceling headphones and fidgets are available

Wheelchair accessibleSensory-friendly