Free science fun in St. Louis

With over 700 hands-on exhibits, OMNIMAX films, a planetarium, a flight simulator, and a sports & fitness exhibit, the St. Louis Science Center has enough activities to fill an entire weekend or more! Play a laser harp, see how DNA is used to solve crimes, work with real dinosaur fossils, or try your hand at suturing a "patient's" leg. Don't miss the live 10-minute science demonstrations that run twice an hour every day. These fun and interactive shows have a different theme each hour. And when you get hungry, there's no need to leave the center...there's a food court right inside with enough variety to satisfy even the pickiest eaters.

Admission:
FREE!
Additional charge for special exhibits and movies

Hours:
Monday - Thursday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Friday 9:30 am - 9:30 pm
Saturday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Sunday 11:30 am - 4:30 pm
Check website for summer hours and planetarium hours

http://www.slsc.org/

Cure your family's spring training fever

Celebrate the countdown to opening day by taking a trip to the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory in Louisville, KY. Here you can swing replica bats of famous baseball greats and learn about the history of America’s favorite pastime. The highlight is a guided tour to see how the famous wood baseball bats are made from start to finish and everyone gets a miniature bat at the end of the 30-minute tour. Not only do professional players get their custom bats made here, but you can also purchase your own personalized bat to bring home with you!

Admission:
$9 Adults (13-59)
$8 Seniors (60+)
$4 Kids (6-12)
Kids 5 and younger are free

Hours:
Please check the website for seasonal information regarding hours and bat production.

http://www.sluggermuseum.org