Calendar of Events

Tickets for this event are sold out. No tickets available at the door.   Free your mind by learning how it works. Explore psychedelic therapy, hold a human brain in your hands, feel a rush of endorphins, manifest your worries in a doll, experience the Mental Health: Mind Matters exhibition, and more. It’s gonna be a trip! Labs, lectures and experiences at this Social Science will include: Brains! Take the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hold a human brain in your hands and discuss…

Come one, come all! The incomparable Rhys Thomas and his Science Circus is coming to The Discovery for one weekend only. Rhys’ fun-filled performances teach Newtonian physics using a rare blend of science, comedy and circus arts. Attendees will learn surprising things about gravity, gyroscopic stability, centripetal force, center of balance, and inertia. Rhys adds the force of levity to his performances which is what Science Circus is all about! Advance Tickets Required Seating is limited. Please use the buttons…

Come one, come all! The incomparable Rhys Thomas and his Science Circus is coming to The Discovery for one weekend only. Rhys’ fun-filled performances teach Newtonian physics using a rare blend of science, comedy and circus arts. Attendees will learn surprising things about gravity, gyroscopic stability, centripetal force, center of balance, and inertia. Rhys adds the force of levity to his performances which is what Science Circus is all about! Advance Tickets Required Seating is limited. Please use the buttons…

Every Saturday in May is TMCC Day at The Discovery! Students, faculty and staff with a TMCC ID, and members of their household, get FREE museum admission all day. For additional information, please contact the Counseling Center at 775-672-7060 or counseling@tmcc.edu. Funding for free admission provided by TMCC.

The Force is strong with you! Celebrate Star Wars Day at The Discovery when you explore a variety of activities inspired by the famed movie franchise. As the ageless and wise Yoda once said, “Do. Or do not. There is no try.” Design a Zen Garden Visit Art Alcove to practice the principles of simplicity, balance and tranquility when you try your hand at the meditative art of Zen gardening. Build a Lightsaber Win the battle against the dark side…

The Force is strong with you! Celebrate Star Wars Day at The Discovery when you explore a variety of activities inspired by the famed movie franchise. As the ageless and wise Yoda once said, “Do. Or do not. There is no try.” Design a Zen Garden Visit Art Alcove to practice the principles of simplicity, balance and tranquility when you try your hand at the meditative art of Zen gardening. Build a Lightsaber Win the battle against the dark side…

Every Saturday in May is TMCC Day at The Discovery! Students, faculty and staff with a TMCC ID, and members of their household, get FREE museum admission all day. For additional information, please contact the Counseling Center at 775-672-7060 or counseling@tmcc.edu. Funding for free admission provided by TMCC.

Every Saturday in May is TMCC Day at The Discovery! Students, faculty and staff with a TMCC ID, and members of their household, get FREE museum admission all day. For additional information, please contact the Counseling Center at 775-672-7060 or counseling@tmcc.edu. Funding for free admission provided by TMCC.

In recognition of national Mental Health Awareness Month, and in conjunction with the museum’s current featured exhibition, The Discovery is pleased to welcome you to our Mental Health Expo, a two-day event showcasing the organizations and resources in our community focused on mental wellness. We invite you to explore the entire museum, including the Mental Health: Mind Matters exhibition, and connect with the mental wellness resources available in Northern Nevada. Participating organizations and experts: Arts for All Nevada, author Tom…

In recognition of national Mental Health Awareness Month, and in conjunction with the museum’s current featured exhibition, The Discovery is pleased to welcome you to our Mental Health Expo, a two-day event showcasing the organizations and resources in our community focused on mental wellness. We invite you to explore the entire museum, including the Mental Health: Mind Matters exhibition, and connect with the mental wellness resources available in Northern Nevada. Participating organizations and experts: Arts for All Nevada, author Tom…

Every Saturday in May is TMCC Day at The Discovery! Students, faculty and staff with a TMCC ID, and members of their household, get FREE museum admission all day. For additional information, please contact the Counseling Center at 775-672-7060 or counseling@tmcc.edu. Funding for free admission provided by TMCC.

Due to a scheduling conflict here at The Discovery we have had to reschedule the Social Science event originally planned for Saturday, June 1 to Saturday, September 7, 2024. The theme and activities for the September event will be the same as we had planned for June. Complete details are available here: https://nvdm.org/event/social-science-in-it-to-win-it/

Celebrate Gerard’s 1st birthday with us here at The Discovery! We’re marking the one-year anniversary of the installation of the museum’s Allosaurus cast with a weekend filled with dinosaur activities for all ages. Amber Fossil Jewelry Inspired by Jurassic Park, visitors can make replica amber fossil stones that can be worn as jewelry or turned into fridge magnets. Using amber vase stones, coloring pages and other materials, visitors can make these fun keepsakes for themselves or a loved one. Fossil…

Celebrate Gerard’s 1st birthday with us here at The Discovery! We’re marking the one-year anniversary of the installation of the museum’s Allosaurus cast with a weekend filled with dinosaur activities for all ages. Amber Fossil Jewelry Inspired by Jurassic Park, visitors can make replica amber fossil stones that can be worn as jewelry or turned into fridge magnets. Using amber vase stones, coloring pages and other materials, visitors can make these fun keepsakes for themselves or a loved one. Fossil…

Calling all builders and creators! Whether you’re a seasoned builder or just discovering the joy of building, this is the event for you! Join us for a museum-wide weekend of building activities and challenges for all ages and skill levels. It all happens Saturday and Sunday, July 20-21. LEGO® Build Stations Dive into the world of creativity when you visit various build stations located throughout the museum’s atrium. Challenge yourself to build cityscapes, fantasy worlds, vehicles… the possibilities are endless!…

Calling all builders and creators! Whether you’re a seasoned builder or just discovering the joy of building, this is the event for you! Join us for a museum-wide weekend of building activities and challenges for all ages and skill levels. It all happens Saturday and Sunday, July 20-21. LEGO® Build Stations Dive into the world of creativity when you visit various build stations located throughout the museum’s atrium. Challenge yourself to build cityscapes, fantasy worlds, vehicles… the possibilities are endless!…

Join 7-year-old prodigy violinist Juliette Leong, and 12-year-old pianist and composer Alexander Loosley for a unique classical music performance. Performance presented as part of the Artown festival. Juliette is a violinist, artist, mathlete, teacher, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, who is enrolled in college courses. She is the top prizewinner of 17 international competitions, including 1st Place at the Reno Chamber Orchestra 2024 Vahe Khochayan Young Artist Competition, 1st Place at the 2024 Reno Pops Solo & Orchestra Concerto Festival, to name…

In honor of Harry Potter’s birthday, you’re invited to Wizardly Weekend here at The Discovery! Through a variety of hands-on activities, you can explore aspects of the book and film series… create your own wand, design your house badge, craft a wizard’s hat, and much more! Both Wizards and Muggles are encouraged to attend!

Join 7-year-old prodigy violinist Juliette Leong, and 12-year-old pianist and composer Alexander Loosley for a unique classical music performance. Performance presented as part of the Artown festival. Juliette is a violinist, artist, mathlete, teacher, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, who is enrolled in college courses. She is the top prizewinner of 17 international competitions, including 1st Place at the Reno Chamber Orchestra 2024 Vahe Khochayan Young Artist Competition, 1st Place at the 2024 Reno Pops Solo & Orchestra Concerto Festival, to name…

In honor of Harry Potter’s birthday, you’re invited to Wizardly Weekend here at The Discovery! Through a variety of hands-on activities, you can explore aspects of the book and film series… create your own wand, design your house badge, craft a wizard’s hat, and much more! Both Wizards and Muggles are encouraged to attend!

Go back to school in style and ready to learn when you stock up on the smartest gadgets and toys available in the Museum Store at The Discovery. From Thursday, August 8 through Sunday, August 11, you’ll get 20% off everything* in the Museum Store. *Discount available to museum members and nonmembers. Valid on Museum Store merchandise only. Does not apply to LEGO® products. May not be combined with standard Discovery member discount or any other coupon or offer. Excludes…

Go back to school in style and ready to learn when you stock up on the smartest gadgets and toys available in the Museum Store at The Discovery. From Thursday, August 8 through Sunday, August 11, you’ll get 20% off everything* in the Museum Store. *Discount available to museum members and nonmembers. Valid on Museum Store merchandise only. Does not apply to LEGO® products. May not be combined with standard Discovery member discount or any other coupon or offer. Excludes…

Go back to school in style and ready to learn when you stock up on the smartest gadgets and toys available in the Museum Store at The Discovery. From Thursday, August 8 through Sunday, August 11, you’ll get 20% off everything* in the Museum Store. *Discount available to museum members and nonmembers. Valid on Museum Store merchandise only. Does not apply to LEGO® products. May not be combined with standard Discovery member discount or any other coupon or offer. Excludes…

Go back to school in style and ready to learn when you stock up on the smartest gadgets and toys available in the Museum Store at The Discovery. From Thursday, August 8 through Sunday, August 11, you’ll get 20% off everything* in the Museum Store. *Discount available to museum members and nonmembers. Valid on Museum Store merchandise only. Does not apply to LEGO® products. May not be combined with standard Discovery member discount or any other coupon or offer. Excludes…