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ArtsPLENTY OF FUN JUST MINUTES FROM THE HIGHWAY
Terre Haute’s attractions are as diverse as the people who travel through. And they’re all within 10 minutes of I-70! Take a look here to decide whether you want to visit one of our museums or maybe have a little friendly family activity. We’re sure you’ll enjoy what you find.

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Allen Memorial Planetarium at Terre Haute South High School Allen Memorial Planetarium at Terre Haute South High School
3737 S. Seventh Street
Located on the grounds of Terre Haute South High School
(812) 462-4272
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An educational facility, which provides programs for students and community groups in Vigo County and surrounding area. Family-oriented laser light shows open to the public at a variety of times during the school year.
Children's Science and Technology Museum Children's Science and Technology Museum
523 Wabash Avenue
(812) 235-5548
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A Hands-on interactive science & technology exhibits, the museum provides opportunity to interact with exhibits thereby fostering an appreciation of science and technology in daily life.Tues-Fri 10 am-5 pm; Sat 10 am-3 pm; $3.00 children/seniors; $3.75 adults
Dobbs Park Nature Center Dobbs Park Nature Center
5170 E Poplar Dr Terre Haute In 47803
812-877-1095
http://www.dobbsparknc.weebly.com
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Observe the wildlife, or hike through this 105 acre wooded setting. Wander through the wild prairie and watch the beauty unfold in the butterfly gardens. Hours: Monday-Saturday 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.; Sunday Noon-5:00 p.m.; closed holidays.
Hook Observatory at Indiana State University Hook Observatory at Indiana State University
Sixth & Chestnut Streets
(812) 237-2054 or (812) 237-3294
baby.indstate.edu/geo/observatory
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Check out the stars and planets when it is clear. Enter the front door of the Science Building and climb the stairs to the roof. Open 8-10 pm Tuesday and Friday (if clear) Free admission.
Oakley Observatory Oakley Observatory
Rose-Hulman Institute
Located at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
(812) 877-8127
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White Violet Center for Eco-Justice White Violet Center for Eco-Justice
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods
(812) 535-3131 ext. 525
http://www.whiteviolet.org
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Located at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, the Center offers environmental education programs for children. Adult tours are also available. Features include a herd of alpacas,orchards full of fruit trees, and 350 acres of state-certified organic farmland. They also offer a farmers market, open to the public, every Wednesday afternoon, May through October, from 3 to 6 p.m. Email: wvc@spsmw.org

 

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