Upcoming Events
Small Wonder Wednesday
Join us here at The Discovery every Wednesday for a special morning just for families with children 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. Supported in part by:
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Bike Helmet Safety
Join the Head Injury Association of Northern Nevada (HIANN) to learn how to properly fit a bicycle helmet for maximum protection and comfort. HIANN will also be giving away free bicycle helmets for children (while supplies last) courtesy of the Nevada Department of Transportation.
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Flu & COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic
Flu and COVID-19 vaccines will be available at low or no-cost for children and adults who qualify. Vaccines will be administered by Washoe County Health District and/or Walmart on a first come, first served basis, while supplies last. Appointment strongly suggested. Limited walk-ins available. All children who receive a vaccine, and one adult per family, will be given a voucher for free admission to the museum to be used on the day of the clinic or at a later date.…
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$5 Admission After 4pm
Every Wednesday starting at 4:00pm, museum admission is just $5 per visitor! And best of all, The Discovery stays open until 8:00pm! Members and children under age 1 are always free.
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Wood Scrap Animals
Put your carpentry skills to the test when you visit The Shop to build a sculpture of your favorite animal using scraps of wood. Choose from The Shop‘s selection of real tools and saw, hammer and drill your pieces of scrap wood into an artistic interpretation of your favorite member of the animal kingdom. 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…
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Educator Appreciation Day 2021
Local and regional educators and administrators receive FREE admission to The Discovery on Saturday, October 23. Explore the museum, take part in hands-on programming (available 11:00am – 2:00pm), learn more about our field trip program, save 20% on Museum Store purchases, and much more! *Free museum admission for all K-12 public and private school teachers and administrators and home school educators.
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DIY Halloween Luminaries
Visit The Shop to learn the basics of building an electrical circuit when you make your own festive Halloween luminary using LEDs, battery-operated candles, batteries, and a variety of hand tools. 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.
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Teacher Appreciation Buttons
Show your appreciation for the educators in your life by making a custom button to express your gratitude. Make one to give away, and one to wear yourself to show how thankful you are for the guidance that comes from the teachers who help us learn.
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Small Wonder Wednesday
Join us here at The Discovery every Wednesday for a special morning just for families with children 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. Supported in part by:
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$5 Admission After 4pm
Every Wednesday starting at 4:00pm, museum admission is just $5 per visitor! And best of all, The Discovery stays open until 8:00pm! Members and children under age 1 are always free.
Find out more »
Wood Scrap Animals
Put your carpentry skills to the test when you visit The Shop to build a sculpture of your favorite animal using scraps of wood. Choose from The Shop‘s selection of real tools and saw, hammer and drill your pieces of scrap wood into an artistic interpretation of your favorite member of the animal kingdom. 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…
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Secrets for Wizards in Training
As part of the annual SPELLBINDERS Festival of Magic, Emmy nominated performer and 2017 Comedy Magician of the Year, Larry Wilson, will astound museum visitors with his science-meets-magic presentation: Secrets for Wizards In Training. Wizards of all ages will learn mind-bending magic and the science that makes it possible.
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10th Annual Halloween Trick or Treat
Head to The Discovery for a hauntingly good time at the 10th annual Halloween Trick or Treat. Visit the museum in costume and trick-or-treat from gallery to gallery. There’ll be spooky decorations and delicious treats for all of the friendly or scary ghosts, ghouls and goblins who dare to attend. Advance tickets are required! A note about costumes: For the safety of all visitors, costumes with weapons of any kind are not allowed. Masks Required! Masks are required for all Trick…
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DIY Halloween Luminaries
Visit The Shop to learn the basics of building an electrical circuit when you make your own festive Halloween luminary using LEDs, battery-operated candles, batteries, and a variety of hand tools. 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.
Find out more »
Small Wonder Wednesday
Join us here at The Discovery every Wednesday for a special morning just for families with children 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. Supported in part by:
Find out more »
$5 Admission After 4pm
Every Wednesday starting at 4:00pm, museum admission is just $5 per visitor! And best of all, The Discovery stays open until 8:00pm! Members and children under age 1 are always free.
Find out more »
Chemistry of the Cocktail
For the health and safety of attendees, staff, and volunteers, proof of full COVID-19 vaccination and a valid photo ID are required to attend this year’s Chemistry of the Cocktail event. Learn more… Parlez-vous mixology? Get ready to mix up some fun at Chemistry of the Cocktail — The Discovery’s premier annual fundraising event. Stroll Parisian street scenes while you sample French-inspired cocktails, enjoy a delicious menu created by the experts at Blend Catering, and take part in hands-on cocktail…
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Small Wonder Wednesday
Join us here at The Discovery every Wednesday for a special morning just for families with children 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. Supported in part by:
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2021 Science Distilled Series
Save the date for Science Distilled’s 2021 series of events. Science Distilled, the lecture series created by Desert Research Institute (DRI) and The Discovery, makes cutting-edge science approachable through presentations on current and curious topics, held at hip locations in a social atmosphere. Started in 2016, Science Distilled speakers have covered topics ranging from genetics, to the air we breathe, to personal energy independence. The topics for the 2021 Science Distilled series are still in the works. Please check back.
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$5 Admission After 4pm
Every Wednesday starting at 4:00pm, museum admission is just $5 per visitor! And best of all, The Discovery stays open until 8:00pm! Members and children under age 1 are always free.
Find out more »
Small Wonder Wednesday
Join us here at The Discovery every Wednesday for a special morning just for families with children 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. Supported in part by:
Find out more »
$5 Admission After 4pm
Every Wednesday starting at 4:00pm, museum admission is just $5 per visitor! And best of all, The Discovery stays open until 8:00pm! Members and children under age 1 are always free.
Find out more »
Small Wonder Wednesday
Join us here at The Discovery every Wednesday for a special morning just for families with children 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. Supported in part by:
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