Flint Hills Discovery Center
Susan Adams is an experienced professional in the field of parks and recreation, currently serving as the Director at Flint Hills Discovery Center since February 2016. Prior to this role, Susan held the position of Recreation Supervisor at City of Manhattan, Kansas Parks & Recreation for a brief period in 2015 and worked as the Volunteer/Visitor Services Manager at Flint Hills Discovery Center from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, Susan was the Director of Volunteer/Guest Services at Mercy Regional Health Center from 2006 to 2011. Susan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management from Missouri Western State University.
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Flint Hills Discovery Center
The Flint Hills Discovery Center strives to inspire, interpret, explore and preserve the Flint Hills. We are a family-focused interactive learning center exploring the science & history of the Flint Hills. To accomplish this, we have developed an extensive array of exhibits and programs that are exciting, educational and authentic, so as to engage visitors of all ages from all walks of life. We have meticulously crafted and developed these exhibits and programs to promote inter-generational education and to inspire a life-long commitment to learning. The research used to develop our displays and activities are the result of active partnerships with many different people and organizations. Finally, we acknowledge that, to fulfill this mission and vision, the Flint Hills Discovery Center needs to be a living, growing and evolving institution capable of fulfilling long-term sustainability goals on a physical, philosophical and financial level. By creating an engaging and educational atmosphere, we generate substantial earned and donated revenue. At the same time, the Flint Hills Discovery Center supports the cultural and economic health of Manhattan, as well as serving as a gathering place for community events.