Calendar of Events

Join us on the first Sunday of the month for exclusive admission to families with children on the Autism Spectrum and with sensory processing disorders. This monthly program provides an opportunity to enjoy sensory-friendly time at the museum and allows parents to network with one another. Discover Your Way visitors are welcome to stay and play when the museum opens to the general public at noon. For more information about Discover Your Way, please contact Catherine Van Dellen at cvandellen@nvdm.org or…

Don’t miss this special morning just for museum visitors age 5 and under. Participate in story time and explore the museum for a full hour before it opens to the public. Supported in part by:

During Washoe County School District’s spring break 2017, The Discovery will be open from 10:00am to 5:00pm on Mondays. Take advantage of time off from school and enjoy a visit to the museum. Check the calendar of events for a list of special activities being offered during spring break.

From Memorial Day, May 29, 2017 though Labor Day, September 4, 2017, The Discovery adds Monday to the days of the week the museum is open to the public. That’s seven days a week you can build, invent, explore and have fun! We hope to see you here. Be sure to check out the calendar of events to find out what’s happening all summer long!