Calendar of Events

Join us here at The Discovery every Wednesday for a special morning just for young learners ages 5 and under. Hear stories, climb the clouds, create art, and enjoy the entire museum for a full hour before it opens to everyone! Please note: Admission during Small Wonder Wednesday is limited to families with children ages 5 and under only. Visitors with children age 6 and older can visit the museum beginning at 10:00am.

Ynes Mexia (May 24, 1870 – July 12, 1938) was a Mexican-American botanical collector and explorer. She is known for her vast collection of novel specimens of plants and flora, obtained by more than a decade of solo field expeditions in the Americas. Visit The Shop to make your own pocket field notebook, a tool in science for collecting scientific observations. After personalizing your Discovery Field Journal, head over to our Energy exhibit to complete a fun exercise in plant identification. Please…

The Discovery’s EMPOW[HER] Collective for Women & Girls in STEM is excited to host the inaugural Girls’ STEM Career Day, a special day designed to help girls and young women explore career possibilities in the STEM fields. Connect with representatives from local STEM businesses and organizations, explore a wide variety of STEM careers, and be inspired by a keynote speaker and expert panel of women in the STEM fields. 10:00am – 3:30pm Museum exploration and interaction with STEM professionals, businesses…

Ynes Mexia (May 24, 1870 – July 12, 1938) was a Mexican-American botanical collector and explorer. She is known for her vast collection of novel specimens of plants and flora, obtained by more than a decade of solo field expeditions in the Americas. Visit The Shop to make your own pocket field notebook, a tool in science for collecting scientific observations. After personalizing your Discovery Field Journal, head over to our Energy exhibit to complete a fun exercise in plant identification. Please…

Stop by The Discovery’s Spark!Lab Smithsonian to invent your own superhero. envision superpowers, create the backstory, design the costume, and more! Please note: This activity includes access to tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young inventors use the tools and materials safely in this space.

Ynes Mexia (May 24, 1870 – July 12, 1938) was a Mexican-American botanical collector and explorer. She is known for her vast collection of novel specimens of plants and flora, obtained by more than a decade of solo field expeditions in the Americas. Visit The Shop to make your own pocket field notebook, a tool in science for collecting scientific observations. After personalizing your Discovery Field Journal, head over to our Energy exhibit to complete a fun exercise in plant identification. Please…

Without question, the world of science is growing. With that growth comes a field of study focused on material at a scale smaller than we’ve ever seen. At this Science Distilled, we invited you to explore science on a nano scale and the ways this emerging field can contribute to advances in medicine, technology, safety and the environment. During intermission, attendees are welcome to explore Brick Masters Studio: Build With LEGO® Bricks Like a Pro, The Discovery’s current featured exhibition.…

Visit The Shop to design a hanging mobile. Using tools like wire and pliers, yarn and wood, and a variety of other materials, you can create your own suspended decoration for your space. Please note: The Shop  offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.

Join us here at The Discovery every Wednesday for a special morning just for young learners ages 5 and under. Hear stories, climb the clouds, create art, and enjoy the entire museum for a full hour before it opens to everyone! Please note: Admission during Small Wonder Wednesday is limited to families with children ages 5 and under only. Visitors with children age 6 and older can visit the museum beginning at 10:00am.

Dogs are easy to train. Bugs are not. Except for this cute little fella. He always does what you tell him. But can you program him to navigate an obstacle course or perform a specific action? Visit Spark!Lab Smithsonian to find out if you have what it takes to code a bug!

Coordinated by the University of Nevada, Reno Aerospace & Defense Academy and AHA Projects, the second annual SciVenture Science Fair showcases innovative projects by young talent in Northern Nevada. Reno’s long-standing tradition of an annual science fair was held at UNR, but during the COVID-19 pandemic the fair was lost. Now, thanks to the passion of two local hight school students, Reno is bringing back the Science Fair—stronger than ever. SciVenture is more than a science competition—it’s an opportunity for…

Dogs are easy to train. Bugs are not. Except for this cute little fella. He always does what you tell him. But can you program him to navigate an obstacle course or perform a specific action? Visit Spark!Lab Smithsonian to find out if you have what it takes to code a bug!

Visit The Shop to design a hanging mobile. Using tools like wire and pliers, yarn and wood, and a variety of other materials, you can create your own suspended decoration for your space. Please note: The Shop  offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.

Can you outrun a leprechaun? Find out at the 14th Annual Leprechaun Race on Sunday, March 15, 2026. The Leprechaun Race is a family-friendly event perfect for first-time 5K participants, families, and seasoned runners alike blending fun, fitness, and community spirit. Whether you’re chasing a PR or chasing rainbows, you’ll find plenty of smiles along the route! This year’s race starts and ends at Reno City Plaza, but a portion of the proceeds still go to The Discovery, Reno Running…

Dogs are easy to train. Bugs are not. Except for this cute little fella. He always does what you tell him. But can you program him to navigate an obstacle course or perform a specific action? Visit Spark!Lab Smithsonian to find out if you have what it takes to code a bug!

Visit The Shop to design a hanging mobile. Using tools like wire and pliers, yarn and wood, and a variety of other materials, you can create your own suspended decoration for your space. Please note: The Shop  offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.

Join us here at The Discovery every Wednesday for a special morning just for young learners ages 5 and under. Hear stories, climb the clouds, create art, and enjoy the entire museum for a full hour before it opens to everyone! Please note: Admission during Small Wonder Wednesday is limited to families with children ages 5 and under only. Visitors with children age 6 and older can visit the museum beginning at 10:00am.

Visitors can use a variety of pieces that could be used to create a new sport, or innovate a sport they like. pieces are cones, various sports pieces, some baskets, small pallets, Tinkertoys and Lego. Please note: This activity includes access to tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young inventors use the tools and materials safely in this space.

With spring almost upon us, visit The Shop to build a cozy home for our feathered friends. Using various wooden materials and available tools, you can design and build your own version of a classic birdhouse. Please note: The Shop  offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.

Visitors can use a variety of pieces that could be used to create a new sport, or innovate a sport they like. pieces are cones, various sports pieces, some baskets, small pallets, Tinkertoys and Lego. Please note: This activity includes access to tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young inventors use the tools and materials safely in this space.

With spring almost upon us, visit The Shop to build a cozy home for our feathered friends. Using various wooden materials and available tools, you can design and build your own version of a classic birdhouse. Please note: The Shop  offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.

Visitors can use a variety of pieces that could be used to create a new sport, or innovate a sport they like. pieces are cones, various sports pieces, some baskets, small pallets, Tinkertoys and Lego. Please note: This activity includes access to tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young inventors use the tools and materials safely in this space.

With spring almost upon us, visit The Shop to build a cozy home for our feathered friends. Using various wooden materials and available tools, you can design and build your own version of a classic birdhouse. Please note: The Shop  offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.

Join us here at The Discovery every Wednesday for a special morning just for young learners ages 5 and under. Hear stories, climb the clouds, create art, and enjoy the entire museum for a full hour before it opens to everyone! Please note: Admission during Small Wonder Wednesday is limited to families with children ages 5 and under only. Visitors with children age 6 and older can visit the museum beginning at 10:00am.