Big Planetarium Shows
November 11/15 through 11/17!
Friday & Saturday: 11:30am-3:00pm (last show)
Sunday 1:30pm - 3:00pm (last show)
Science and Discovery Center
Discover
COGNiTiON is an interactive science playground captivating the community and lifelong learners. Enjoy a hands-on center full of intimate exhibits that capture big ideas in creative ways!
COGNiTiON is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We count on our program fees and community donations to support the center.
Admission
Daily Admission
Per person ages 2 and older $9 Admission covers you for the whole day, you can leave and return.
Visit
Hours: Wed-Sat 10am-5pm & Sun 1pm-5pm
*We are closed Mondays & Tuesdays for field trips. If you need to visit on a on those days, gather a group and schedule a field trip! Click here for more info
Scholarship Opportunity
Because of generous donors, we are able to offer memberships at half price.
Please apply if financial limitations would hinder participation. Currently our scholarship funding is limited to Benzie County residents and/or Benzie Central Students
Add Specials In the Earth and Space Lab!
Planetarium Show +$5
Experience interactive star tours, space exploration, and more!
Our new Planetarium offers another level of immersive adventures.
In-the-round viewing for up to 25 Cog guests per showing!
See showtimes. Tickets may be purchased ahead or at the door.
Virtual Reality +$7
Hands-on experiences such as simulated driving in traffic, flight, travel, space and more!
Whole day rotations currently on Saturdays and Sundays.
Check for VR workshops and additional VR exploration times under the Programs tab.
Tornado Simulator +$3 cash/$3.20 card
Get to ride out a EF-0 storm (78 mile an hour winds) in our new Tornado experience.
Found outside in our Sound Garden (to help those with sensory issues avoid over-
stimulating sounds) and can be accessed all year round.
Please consider a Donation to help us expand minds and engage families in an area with limited resources.
“Creativity is intelligence having fun.”
— Albert Einstein.
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