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Free Flu Vaccine Clinic
Make your family’s annual flu vaccinations a fun event at The Discovery! Flu vaccines will be available at low or no-cost for children and adults who qualify. Flu vaccines will be administered by Washoe County Health District on a first come, first served basis, while supplies last. If you have health insurance, Medicaid, or Nevada Checkup, please have your insurance card with you. All children who get a flu shot, and one adult per family, will be given free admission…
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9th Annual Halloween Trick or Treat
Head to The Discovery for a hauntingly good time at the 9th 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. Note: For the safety of all visitors, costumes with weapons of any kind are not allowed. Teal Pumpkin Project The Discovery’s annual Halloween Trick or Treat event takes part in…
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Chemistry of the Cocktail
Join us for the 8th annual Chemistry of the Cocktail — The Discovery’s premier fundraising event. Come as a flapper, gangster, silent film star, or come as you are and explore 1920s-style libations, enjoy delectable fare from local culinary purveyors, and provide support for the museum’s mission in our community. Proceeds from this event support The Discovery’s efforts to offer enriching educational programs and host engaging exhibitions focused on science, technology, engineering, art and math. Classic Cocktails Sample expertly crafted…
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Karl Koppertop Performance
As part of the 6th annual SPELLBINDERS Festival of Magic, Education Renaissance of Nevada Initiative (ERNI) brings Karl Koppertop to The Discovery. Koppertop performs internationally and has appeared on The Pete Holmes Show and his ideas have been featured on America’s Got Talent and Penn & Teller’s “Fool Us.” Experience the wonder of a live performance and watch as your children take a break from technology and react to real-life brain bending close-up miracles. Note: Seating for this special performance…
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Museum Store Holiday Sale
Skip the Black Friday madness and make plans to shop the Museum Store holiday sale at The Discovery where you’ll find Reno’s best selection of the smartest toys, games, gadgets, apparel, puzzles, science kits, and more! 30% off everything in the Museum Store from 7:00am to Noon 20% off everything in the Museum Store from Noon to 5:00pm Holiday sale discounts available to museum members and nonmembers. Valid on Museum Store merchandise only. Excludes clearance items. May not be combined…
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Museums on Us – Holiday Edition
An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until December 31, 2019
With Bank of America’s Museums on Us program, cardholders can enjoy their favorite museums for free on the first full weekend of every month. But this December, we’re celebrating with six additional days of cardholder admission, December 26th through 31st. Find out more here. To qualify, simply present your active Bank of America®, Merrill Lynch® or U.S. Trust® credit or debit card along with a photo ID to receive one free general admission to The Discovery. Cardholders only; guests are…
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Museums on Us – Holiday Edition
With Bank of America’s Museums on Us program, cardholders can enjoy their favorite museums for free on the first full weekend of every month. But this December, we’re celebrating with six additional days of cardholder admission, December 26th through 31st. Find out more here. To qualify, simply present your active Bank of America®, Merrill Lynch® or U.S. Trust® credit or debit card along with a photo ID to receive one free general admission to The Discovery. Cardholders only; guests are…
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Social Science: Face Your Fears
Face your fears and tackle your phobias head-on during an evening of some of the scariest science. Whether your fear is clowns, bugs, electric shock, needles, or just the fear of fear itself, prepare to explore the science of scary. Labs, lectures and experiences at this Social Science will include: Why are you scared? Join Cindy Lancaster Ph.D., University of Nevada, Reno assistant professor of clinical psychology, for an eye-opening presentation that will teach you three strategies to help you conquer…
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LEGO® BattleBots
Ready to engage in battle? Register for this class and you’ll learn how to build the ultimate BattleBot using using LEGO® Mindstorm robotics. Then, test your bot’s capabilities when you pit it against your fellow participants in a head-to-head, sumo-style battle. Your objective? Push your competitors’ bot out of the ring to declare victory! Register today for one of two age groups. Age Group Time Member Nonmember Remaining Register Ages 5-8* 10:00 – 11:30am $25 $30 0 spots Ages 9-12…
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LEGO® BattleBots
Ready to engage in battle? Register for this class and you’ll learn how to build the ultimate BattleBot using using LEGO® Mindstorm robotics. Then, test your bot’s capabilities when you pit it against your fellow participants in a head-to-head, sumo-style battle. Your objective? Push your competitors’ bot out of the ring to declare victory! Register today for one of two age groups. Age Group Time Member Nonmember Remaining Register Ages 5-8* 10:00 – 11:30am $25 $30 0 spots Ages 9-12…
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CANCELED: 8th Annual Leprechaun Race
Update: On the recommendation of City of Reno and Washoe County Health District, this year’s Leprechaun Race has been canceled. Please refer to Race178’s website for details. Can you outrun a leprechaun? Find out at the 8th Annual Leprechaun Race on Sunday, March 15, 2020. This family-friendly 5K run/walk starts and finishes at The Discovery and will take you on a tour through the streets of the Midtown and Wells Avenue neighborhoods. Don’t despair if the leprechaun beats you to the…
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Members-only Reopening
We are pleased to announce that The Discovery will reopen to members-only on Saturday and Sunday, July 4-5. We are excited to welcome you back to the museum and want to make you aware of some of the changes you can expect as we reopen. The Discovery is currently in Stage I of the museum’s COVID-19 Response Plan and reopening. Here is how that will affect your visit: The Discovery is open Saturdays and Sundays, 10:00am – 8:00pm for general admission. The museum is open…
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Museum Open
We are pleased to announce that The Discovery has reopened to the public 10:00am – 8:00pm on Saturday and Sunday. We are excited to welcome you back to the museum and want to make you aware of some of the changes you can expect as we reopen. The Discovery is currently in Stage I of the museum’s COVID-19 Response Plan and reopening. Here is how that will affect your visit: The Discovery is open Saturdays and Sundays, 10:00am – 8:00pm for general admission. The museum…
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Museum Open
One event on July 26, 2020 at 9:00 am
One event on August 1, 2020 at 9:00 am
One event on August 2, 2020 at 9:00 am
One event on August 8, 2020 at 9:00 am
One event on August 9, 2020 at 9:00 am
One event on August 15, 2020 at 9:00 am
One event on August 16, 2020 at 9:00 am
We are pleased to announce that The Discovery has reopened to the public 10:00am – 5:00pm on Saturdays and Sundays. We are excited to welcome you back to the museum and want to make you aware of some of the changes you can expect as we reopen. The Discovery is currently in Stage I of the museum’s COVID-19 Response Plan and reopening. Here is how that will affect your visit: The Discovery is open Saturdays and Sundays, 10:00am – 5:00pm for general admission. The museum…
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Free Flu Vaccine Clinic
All online appointments for this clinic are full. Please call Immunize Nevada at 775-624-7117 to schedule an appointment. Make your family’s annual flu vaccinations a fun event at The Discovery! Flu vaccines will be available at low or no-cost for children and adults who qualify. Flu vaccines will be administered by Washoe County Health District and Walmart on a first come, first served basis, while supplies last. Visit booking.appointy.com/immunizenevada to make your reservation.* You can also schedule an appointment by calling…
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Sciencecast – Televised Fundraiser
Tune in for Sciencecast, a special televised science variety show and fundraising event that showcases science education and curiosity—all at the place that has introduced more than one million visitors to the wonders of our world since opening in 2011. Watch, or set your DVR, for a very special night of exciting science demonstrations, celebrity guest performances, exclusive sneak peeks of The Discovery’s future exhibitions, and opportunities to help ensure The Discovery will continue delivering engaging, hands-on science education for…
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Sciencecast – Televised Fundraiser (Replay)
Tune in for Sciencecast, a special televised science variety show and fundraising event that showcases science education and curiosity—all at the place that has introduced more than one million visitors to the wonders of our world since opening in 2011. Watch, or set your DVR, for a very special night of exciting science demonstrations, celebrity guest performances, exclusive sneak peeks of The Discovery’s future exhibitions, and opportunities to help ensure The Discovery will continue delivering engaging, hands-on science education for…
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Museum Store Holiday Sale
Skip the Black Friday madness and make plans to shop the Museum Store holiday sale at The Discovery where you’ll find Reno’s best selection of the smartest toys, games, gadgets, apparel, puzzles, science kits, and more! 30% off everything in the Museum Store from 7:00am to Noon 20% off everything in the Museum Store from Noon to 5:00pm Holiday sale discounts available to museum members and nonmembers. Valid on Museum Store merchandise only. Excludes clearance items. May not be combined…
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9th Annual (Virtual) Leprechaun Race
One event on March 13, 2021 at 12:01 am
One event on March 14, 2021 at 12:00 am
Join us for the Leprechaun Race that has gone virtual in 2021. Can you outrun a leprechaun? Find out at the 9th Annual Leprechaun Race GONE VIRTUAL. Things are a little different this year, but this is still a family-friendly opportunity to get out and run or walk—in your neighborhood, around town, or even on a treadmill! Here’s how it works! Between Friday March 12, 2021 at 12:01am (PST) and Sunday March 14, 2021 at 10:00am (PST), run or walk…
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Back-to-School Immunization Clinic
Join us for a back-to-school immunization clinic and make sure your child is protected. Vaccines will be offered at low or no-cost for children ages 11-13 who qualify. Vaccines will be administered by Washoe County Health District and Safeway on a first come, first served basis, while supplies last. Visit booking.appointy.com/immunizenevada to make your reservation.* You can also schedule an appointment by calling Immunize Nevada at 775-624-7117. All children who get a shot and one adult per family will be given…
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College Savings Day
Celebrate 529 College Savings Day with FREE museum admission! The Nevada State Treasurer’s Office invites you and your family to The Discovery on Saturday, May 29, 2021 to inspire children to envision their educational future and learn about the variety of state-sponsored 529 college savings programs available. Visitors age 17 and under enjoy FREE museum admission all day! Adult admission is $13 per person. Advance tickets required.
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2021 Scratch Code Challenge Awards Presentation
Join us as we honor the participants and announce the winners of The Discovery’s 2021 Scratch Code Challenge. All Scratch Code Challenge entrants and their families are invited to attend. To make sure we know you’re planning to attend, please RSVP using the form below.
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Member Appreciation Night
As we prepare to return the museum to normal operating hours/days, we want to thank you, the members who have supported The Discovery through the challenges the pandemic has created for this young, nonprofit organization. To express our gratitude, we invite you to a members-only evening at The Discovery filled with museum exploration, exciting new exhibits, hands-on activities, and exciting science demonstrations. We are excited to welcome you back to the museum and want to make you aware of a…
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Social Science: Happy Accidents
Per current CDC guidance and Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak’s mandate, face coverings MUST BE WORN by all attendees, regardless of vaccination status, except when actively eating or drinking. Art doesn’t just happen by accident! Science always plays a role. From the centrifugal force of a potter’s wheel, to the hand-eye coordination needed to sketch a nude model, explore the science in art and create your very own masterpieces—no artistic skills required! Due to the popularity of this event, we strongly…
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