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Exploration Works is a science center in Helena which enables everyone to participate in many hands-on activities, and presents exhibits focused on science, technology, engineering, and math.

Kids can play at the water table, work with tubes and air pathways at the Air Maze, and have fun at the Pin Impression Board. Exhibits change three to four times per year which makes each visit a bit different from the last one. Stop at the Explore Store for gifts and projects to take home with you.

Find it at this Address: 995 Carousel Way, Helena, MT 59601, 406-457-1800

Have fun with hands-on exhibits at Exploration Works
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