Ideas, the Store at Explora
Shop at Explora and you’ll be giving the gift of education!
We’re open 7 days a week, shopping is tax-free, and 100% of the proceeds from store sales will benefit Explora, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit!
Give the Gift of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM)!
Ideas, the Store at Explora
Unusual and unique gifts to inspire the imagination and challenge the brain!
Members Beaker Bonus Special
Wednesday, August 1 – Friday, August 31
Show your Explora membership card at the admission counter to receive your Beaker Bonus. Draw one coupon to receive special shopping discounts on unusual and unique gifts at Ideas, the Store at Explora. Offer good 8/1/18 – 8/31/18.
Member Shopping Discount Weekend
Friday, February 16 – Sunday, February 18
Explora members save this weekend; double your regular discount, for a total of 20% off all merchandise at Ideas, the Store at Explora. Not a member yet? Join and save on camps, programs, birthday parties and hundreds of unique items at Ideas, the Store at Explora.
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Memberships are a smart choice for the holidays, and all year!
Gift Cards, Gift Memberships, Gift Registries
Gift Card: Purchase a gift card for that special someone. Gift Cards can be used towards Membership, Admission, Store Purchases, Birthday Parties, and even for Education Programs.
Gift Registry: Make an appointment with the store manager and create a list of the special items you would love to receive.
Learn more about Birthday Parties at Explora
Gift Cards, Gift Memberships, Gift Registries
Gift Card: Purchase a gift card for that special someone. Gift Cards can be used towards Membership, Admission, Store Purchases, Birthday Parties, and even for Education Programs.
Gift Membership: Give a Membership as a gift, to know you’ve given a whole year of educational fun!
Gift Registry: Make an appointment with the store manager and create a list of the special items you would love to receive.
Learn more about Birthday Parties at Explora
Unique Gifts
Explore our array of hands-on learning tools, gadgets, and games that will have your family and friends engaged in the world of science. Choose from a wide range of educationally stimulating items featuring science, chemistry, building, 4D anatomy sculpture kits, puzzles, art supplies, quirky gifts, and much more!
Postcard Puzzlers
Send your friends and family an Explora postcard, with a brain-teasing puzzle or illusion, available at Ideas, the Store at Explora!
Member Discounts
Explora members receive a 10% discount on store merchandise year-round, and are invited to double-discount shopping events several times a year. Become a Member
Educator Discounts
Educators always receive a 10% discount on their class or school purchases at Ideas. We offer quality classroom resources, materials, and tools related to science, technology, and art. Ideas, the Store at Explora, carries a wide selection of items that provide hours of hands-on learning, like science kits, nature explorations, books, optics, and intriguing puzzles. School checks and purchase orders are welcome, and purchases over $200 get a 20% discount. Special orders are welcome.
Return Policy
With Receipt: All store merchandise is refundable and exchangeable with the original receipt up to 4 weeks after date of purchase. All refunds will be made in the same form of payment at the time of purchase. Without Receipt: Refunds will not be allowed without receipt. If merchandise is resalable, full store credit will be granted. The customer can do the exchange on the same day or may be granted a gift card for the return. Questions/exceptions or further inquiries – please see Front End Manager
Explora is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, and all purchases at our store are always tax-free. Proceeds from your purchases at Ideas, the store at Explora, help fund our programs and exhibits.
