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Infinite Wonders Await!
Help us create experiences of awe and wonder with the Astronomy Discovery Center, opening in the fall of 2024.
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Location
1400 West Mars Hill RdFlagstaff AZ, 86001
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Check out this sample itinerary of a perfect spring day spent at Lowell, from open to close, to help you plan!
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