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Bluedorn Science Imaginarium

Waterloo, Iowa

Children's, General, Science

A 'playground for the imagination", this interactive science center provides fun hands-on exhibits that demonstrate how science affects everyday life. Visitors unravel the mysteries of motion with scientific experiments: Roll-A-Ball, Bernoulli Ball, and the hammer table. Science demonstrations are at 11:00am, 1:30 and 3:00pm on Saturdays, and include such topics as Creepy Crawlies, Combustion, Chemistry, Magic of Science, Snakes Alive, Kitchen Science, and Super Cold.

Junior Art Gallery

Waterloo, Iowa

Art

Designed as an interactive, participatory exhibition with an emphasis on art and culture, each exhibit immerses the audience in an atmosphere and environment representative of the particular subject being presented.

Waterloo Center for the Arts

Waterloo, Iowa

Art, Culture

Waterloo Center for the Arts is located in the Waterloo, IA. The Center works in partnership with the community to build a stronger appreciation for the arts and to provide cultural experiences for people of all ages.

Grout Museum of History & Science

Waterloo, Iowa

History, Science

The Grout Museum of History & Science's history collection focuses on the period from 1833, when Iowa was opened for settlement, to the present. The Maytag Car, 1915 Waterloo Boy, Rath Packing Company whistle and Pioneer Hall Mural help visitors envision and understand bygone eras. Planetarium shows are at 11:00am, 1:30 and 3:00pm on Saturdays.

Rensselaer Russell House Museum

Waterloo, Iowa

Historic House

Nestled in the heart of northeast Iowa is a small jewel of American mid-Victorian architecture. Completed in 1861, this lovely brick structure is one of the oldest homes in Black Hawk County. Guided tours allow visitors to step into an authentic Victorian interior, including original family belongings; make purchases in the Pie Safe Museum Gift Shop; and wander through picturesque Victorian gardens.