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Small Wonder Wednesday
An event every week that begins at 9:00 am on Wednesday, repeating until December 27, 2023
Reno, NV 89501 United States
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.
Find out more »$5 Admission After 4:00pm
An event every week that begins at 4:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until December 27, 2023
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Starting at 4:00pm every Wednesday, admission to The Discovery is just $5 per person! And best of all, the museum stays open until 8:00pm so there’s plenty of time to explore! Members and children under age 1 are always free.
Find out more »Wood Pull Toy Sleds
One event on December 23, 2023 at 10:30 am
One event on December 24, 2023 at 10:30 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Visit The Shop to create a classic wooden pull toy. Choose from a variety of materials and go to work with your choice of woodworking tools to create a toy that will fondly follow you wherever you go! 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 »What Makes Nevada Wild?
One event on October 18, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on November 15, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on December 6, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on December 20, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on January 3, 2024 at 4:00 pm
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Join experts from Nevada Department of Wildlife to explore what makes Nevada wild! NDOW representatives will open the door for museum visitors of all ages to learn more about the bats, birds, snakes and lizards of Nevada, and learn how to become a confident, competent and ethical outdoor enthusiast. The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) is the state agency responsible for the restoration and management of fish and wildlife resources, and the promotion of boating safety on Nevada’s waters. NDOW…
Find out more »Wood Pull Toy Sleds
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Visit The Shop to create a classic wooden pull toy. Choose from a variety of materials and go to work with your choice of woodworking tools to create a toy that will fondly follow you wherever you go! 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 »Special Hours: Christmas Eve
Reno, NV 89501 United States
The Disovery will be open 10:00am to 2:00pm on Sunday, December 24, 2023. We’re closing early to give our staff time to prepare to spend the holiday with friends and family. The museum will reopen and resume normal hours on Tuesday, December 26.
Find out more »Wood Pull Toy Sleds
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Visit The Shop to create a classic wooden pull toy. Choose from a variety of materials and go to work with your choice of woodworking tools to create a toy that will fondly follow you wherever you go! 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 »Christmas Day: Museum Closed
Reno, NV 89501 United States
The Discovery will be closed on Christmas Day, Monday, December 25, 2023. The museum will reopen and resume normal hours on Tuesday, December 26 at 10:00am.
Find out more »DIY Snow Globes
Visit The Shop for a unique opportunity to create a classic winter snow globe. Combine a mason jar with a variety of items to set your scene and then add water and glitter to create a wonderful snowy scenes that comes to life! Space in each session is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young…
Find out more »Small Wonder Wednesday
Reno, NV 89501 United States
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.
Find out more »DIY Snow Globes
Visit The Shop for a unique opportunity to create a classic winter snow globe. Combine a mason jar with a variety of items to set your scene and then add water and glitter to create a wonderful snowy scenes that comes to life! Space in each session is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young…
Find out more »$5 Admission After 4:00pm
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Every Wednesday, beginning at 4:00pm, museum admission is just $5 per person! And best of all, the museum stays open until 8:00pm so there’s plenty of time to explore! Members and children under age 1 are always free.
Find out more »DIY Snow Globes
Visit The Shop for a unique opportunity to create a classic winter snow globe. Combine a mason jar with a variety of items to set your scene and then add water and glitter to create a wonderful snowy scenes that comes to life! Space in each session is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young…
Find out more »DIY Snow Globes
Visit The Shop for a unique opportunity to create a classic winter snow globe. Combine a mason jar with a variety of items to set your scene and then add water and glitter to create a wonderful snowy scenes that comes to life! Space in each session is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young…
Find out more »Do-it-Yourself Wooden Racer
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Visit The Shop to put your automotive design skills to the test. Using wood and a variety of tools, you can design and build your very own race car. Best of all, what you make is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents/caregivers are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »Special Hours: New Year’s Eve
Reno, NV 89501 United States
The Disovery will be open 10:00am to 2:00pm on Sunday, December 31, 2023. We’re closing early to give our staff time to prepare to ring in the new year with friends and family. The museum will reopen and resume normal hours on Monday, January 1, 2024.
Find out more »Do-it-Yourself Wooden Racer
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Visit The Shop to put your automotive design skills to the test. Using wood and a variety of tools, you can design and build your very own race car. Best of all, what you make is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents/caregivers are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »Winter Break: Open Monday
Reno, NV 89501 United States
The Discovery will be open 10:00am to 5:00pm on Monday, January 1 and Monday, January 8, 2024 for Washoe County School District’s winter break. Be sure to check out the calendar of events to find out what’s happening throughout the entire winter break at The Discovery!
Find out more »Stuffed Monster Fish
One event on January 4, 2024 at 10:30 am
One event on January 5, 2024 at 10:30 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Visit The Shop to put your creativity and your sewing skills to the test when you design your very own stuffed monster fish. With the help of the museum’s educators, you’ll use available materials to design and fill your own plush monster fish to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can cause injury if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers practice the safe use of the tools and materials in…
Find out more »Small Wonder Wednesday
Reno, NV 89501 United States
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. Presented with support from:
Find out more »Stuffed Monster Fish
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Visit The Shop to put your creativity and your sewing skills to the test when you design your very own stuffed monster fish. With the help of the museum’s educators, you’ll use available materials to design and fill your own plush monster fish to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can cause injury if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers practice the safe use of the tools and materials in…
Find out more »$5 Admission After 4:00pm
An event every week that begins at 4:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until January 1, 2025
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Every Wednesday, beginning at 4:00pm, museum admission is just $5 per person! And best of all, the museum stays open until 8:00pm so there’s plenty of time to explore! Members and children under age 1 are always free.
Find out more »What Makes Nevada Wild?
One event on October 18, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on November 15, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on December 6, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on December 20, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on January 3, 2024 at 4:00 pm
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Join experts from Nevada Department of Wildlife to explore what makes Nevada wild! NDOW representatives will open the door for museum visitors of all ages to learn more about the bats, birds, snakes and lizards of Nevada, and learn how to become a confident, competent and ethical outdoor enthusiast. The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) is the state agency responsible for the restoration and management of fish and wildlife resources, and the promotion of boating safety on Nevada’s waters. NDOW…
Find out more »Stuffed Monster Fish
One event on January 4, 2024 at 10:30 am
One event on January 5, 2024 at 10:30 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Visit The Shop to put your creativity and your sewing skills to the test when you design your very own stuffed monster fish. With the help of the museum’s educators, you’ll use available materials to design and fill your own plush monster fish to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can cause injury if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers practice the safe use of the tools and materials in…
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