Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science – Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Four in One make the Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science a wonderful addition to the Sioux Falls, South Dakota area. The Performing Arts Center; Visual Arts Center; Science Center and the CineDome Theater all under one roof join together to provide the opportunity to educate, entertain, inspire and to enrich community by making arts and science part of the lives of those from the Sioux Falls area as well as those from surrounding communities.
Husby Performing Arts Center
The performing arts center features the 1,800+ seat Great Hall and 291-seat Belbas Theater. This state-of-the-art, gorgeous performing arts complex presents its own Performance Series of Broadway shows, music, dance and theatre, and is the home stage of the South Dakota Symphony and other local and regional arts organizations.
Performances at Husby Performing Arts Center
Admission varies per performance, please refer to each event for pricing.
Location: The Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science is located at the intersection of 11th and Main, downtown Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Contact: Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science
301 S. Main Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
By Phone:
(toll free)1-877-WashPav
Ticket Hotline: 605-367-6000
Administration and other areas: 605-367-7397
Kirby Science Discovery Center
Dig a dino! Touch a tornado! Fly the space shuttle! Launch a hot air balloon and meet "Stan" our T-Rex replica. Dozens of hands-on science exhibits to explore in our Kirby Science Discovery Center.
Wells Fargo CineDome Theater
Immerse yourself in nature, visit far-off lands or travel the universe. The exciting movies in our giant-screen, 60-foot domed theater make you feel like you’re part of the action!
Visual Arts Center
The Visual Arts Center brings the visual arts to children and adults through exhibitions, education and collections. Six art galleries feature changing exhibits, and the Raven Industries Children’s Studio lets children explore hands-on. The permanent collection features works by regional artists such as Robert Aldern and Signe Stuart. Most exhibits are free. Seasonal art classes and workshops available for all ages.
Discovery Store
Unique and educational science, art and musical gifts, as well as Washington Pavilion merchandise. Open to the public without an admission charge!
Leonardo’s Café
Named for the artist and scientist, Leonardo de Vinci, Leonardo’s Café is the place for homemade daily lunch specials, foccacia bread gourmet pizzas and sandwiches and more! Leonardo’s Café is the official caterer of the Washington Pavilion.
Hours: During the summer – Mondays from Easter through Labor Day.
After Labor Day (Sept. 3, 2007) they will return to fall/winters hours with the Visual Arts Center, the Kirby Science Discovery Center and the Wells Fargo CineDome closed on most Mondays through Easter, except on school holidays such as Native American Day (Oct. 8, 2007), New Year’s Eve (Dec. 31, 2007), Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Jan. 21, 2008), Presidents Day (Feb. 18, 2008), and other school holidays, when we will be open.
Kirby Science Discovery Center
Visual Arts Center
Monday – Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
12 noon – 5 p.m.
Wells Fargo CineDome Theater
Dates, times and titles subject to change. Please call ahead before traveling (605-367-6000 or toll free 1-877-WashPav).
Monday – Thursday
Friday – Saturday
Sunday 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
CineDome films shown at the top of each hour. Last show starts at 4 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday and Sunday, and at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
Note: The Washington Pavilion is closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Rates:
Wells Fargo CineDome
Prices include tax.
Rate Film only *Combo ticket
Adult $7.00 + .55 tax = $7.55 $10.00 + .80 tax = $10.80
Senior (62+) $6.25 + .50 tax = $6.75 $8.50 + .70 tax = $9.20
Children (3-12) $5.50 + .45 tax = $5.95 $7.50 + .60 tax = $8.10
*Combo rate includes CineDome film(s) and admission to the Discovery Center. Children under three admitted free.
There is a $3 per ticket convenience fee on all phone orders (fee waived for Pavilion members).
Kirby Science Discovery Center
Adult: $6.25 + .50 tax = $6.75
Senior: $5.25 + .40 tax = $5.65
Child: $4.25 + .35 tax = $4.60
Discovery Store
Always free.
(you do not need to pay the science center admission to shop)
Visual Arts Center
Free except for certain major exhibitions and special events.