St. Joseph's newest attraction booms with visitors, and I can see why! WOW was I amazed when I drove up on the newly opened facility. The building is so breathtaking even pulling into the parking lot. The red, high standing structure has a modern, unique look. Sitting along the Missouri River I assume the reason the building is built on what looks like stilts is to make it "flood proof". Surrounding the building are beautiful trees, wildlife flowers, a butterfly garden, bridges, an outdoor classroom, a hike & bike trail, picnic tables and much more. I couldn't wait to go inside!
As I walked in the front door I was taken away by the life-sized Mammoth! I can imagine how the kids have fun with that! Next on to the 7,000 gallon aquarium, the fish inside are natives of the Missouri River. Through out the entire building I viewed taxidermy of animals that would have originated in the area. The building is full wall to wall with amazing interactive exhibits, including the newly added full functioning beehive. I camped in a fur trader tent and shopped for goods in the trader cabin, there was enough to keep me busy for hours.
After walking the center before heading back outdoors to enjoy the scenery I just sat and watched, watched the many other visitors that were there. It was fun to watch mom and dad take their toddler boy through to teach him about our history. And fun to watch the faces of the 35+ children as they ran off the school bus, they were so excited to be there. It was definitely a fun place to be!
This facility competes with the biggest and the best. And even better, I couldn't believe the price...an afternoon of fun for $3 or less! I give props to those that spent years brainstorming and pulling this together, it is a great addition to the many wonderful things we have to offer in good ole St. Joe!
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