Flint Hills Discovery Center

The Flint Hills Discovery Center is a LEED-certified science and discovery museum in downtown Manhattan, Kansas, dedicated to celebrating, exploring, and caring for the Flint Hills — one of the last remaining tallgrass prairie landscapes in North America. The center offers a range of rental spaces suited for weddings, receptions, corporate gatherings, showers, graduations, and private celebrations of all kinds, available seven days a week year-round. The building's centerpiece is a 60-foot glass atrium with towering ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows, creating a light-filled, modern setting for ceremonies and receptions. Above it, a rooftop Prairie Garden Terrace planted in native grasses and wildflowers offers panoramic views of Manhattan for outdoor events. Additional options include the full museum with its interactive exhibits and theater, two private third-floor meeting rooms, and a classroom. All rentals include on-site event staff, tables and chairs with basic setup, a catering kitchen, free Wi-Fi, elevator access, and complimentary parking. The venue's downtown location puts it within walking distance of several hotels.