"Grow It!"

Now open! Come experience our new agriculture-themed exhibition in the Kirby Science Discovery Center. Drive a tractor, shop in a market, crawl underground, experience weather changes firsthand and more! 

Become a Member

Become a member and enjoy free, year-round museum access and more for as low as $5.99/month. 

2020-21 Pavilion Performance Series

The Washington Pavilion is excited to announce our all-Broadway line-up of six entertaining shows. Subscribe today!

Make Museum Reservations Online

As part of our reopening plan, we have implemented Timed Ticketing for the museums to allow members and daily admissions to register in advance for a visit.

2020-21 Preschool Enrollment

We still have a few available spots at our Graham Academy Preschool for 3-5 year-olds starting this fall for the 2020-21 school year. Register your young learner today!

Member Appreciation Night

Looking for a fun family night out? Join Us for a special members-only night at the Washington Pavilion and explore the Kirby Science Discovery Center, Visual Arts Center and Wells Fargo CineDome on August 13!

Welcome back. We’ve missed you!

Enjoy Lunch from Leonardo’s Café

We have seating available for those that wish to dine in and we offer curbside pickup for to go orders.

"Infinite Landscape"

Explore life on the prairie in the Bates Trimble Gallery of our Visual Arts Center.

59th Annual Arts Night

We have officially rescheduled our annual Arts Night fundraiser for Saturday, September 19, 2020.

DAPA presents: THE MUSICAL ADVENTURES OF FLAT STANLEY JR.

The Dakota Academy of Performing Arts presents: THE MUSICAL ADVENTURES OF FLAT STANLEY JR. on August 21 and 22. Get your tickets to support these young actors today!

Pavilion and Zoo Summer Pass

Take a break from the summer heat and visit your Washington Pavilion! In partnership with the City of Sioux Falls, qualifying families can visit the Washington Pavilion and Great Plains Zoo for FREE this summer.