Sanford Museum & Planetarium — Attraction in Cherokee

I have been going to this museum since I was a child. I definitely love the outer space sections that are always on permanent display. But it is the planetarium that brings me back decade after decade. The ability to gaze at the heavens and bring it to your heart is priceless. The museum also offers Native Ioway history, geology, local history, children's sections with hands on activities and local history. Visit...

I was disappointed to drive an hour away to have it be closed on a Saturday. We arrived at 3pm and doors were locked. Other families were also waiting thinking there was a mistake. I double checked online to make sure it was open and to double check the hours. I even called and it rang with no message saying that it was closed. Not sure what we could have done differently but I had two...

Fun, free educational place. They are always making improvements and updating displays. Wonderful programing for all ages. Traveling exhibits and artwork changes monthly/quarterly. New planetarium programs are interesting. Elevator access to all floors, now. Fun, inexpensive gift shop with a free book...