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Science Mill

Museum · Nearby towns

Last checked: Oct 28, 2026 · official sitesource

A hands-on science museum in a 1880s feed mill in Johnson City, about 30-35 minutes west of Dripping Springs, with interactive exhibits and an aquaponics greenhouse. The science store is open without admission.

Ages

  • Ages 3–5
  • Ages 6–9
  • Ages 10–12

Curious preschoolers through tweens; hands-on STEM exhibits in a restored mill

Price

$$

Online admission: adults 18+ $15, children 3-17 $15, infants 0-2 free. Non-school groups of 15+ $10/person.

Hours

Opening hours
MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday10 am – 4 pm
Thursday10 am – 4 pm
Friday10 am – 4 pm
Saturday10 am – 4 pm
SundayClosed

Good to know: Fall hours beginning Sept 2026: Wed-Sat 10-4, Sun-Tue closed. Online timed tickets.

Setting

Indoor

  • Good in heat: Yes
  • Good in rain: Yes

Getting there

101 South Lady Bird Lane, Johnson City, TX 78636

Rough drive times

  • about 45 min from Dripping Springs
  • about 70 min from Oak Hill / SW Austin
  • about 60 min from Bee Cave
  • about 55 min from Wimberley
  • about 55 min from Driftwood

Estimated from distance, not live traffic.

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