Past Events
Museum Open – Advance Ticketing
We are excited to welcome you back to the museum and want to make you aware of the changes you can expect as we reopen. All museum visitors are required to purchase tickets online in advance. Members must also reserve admission in advance online. In accordance with current Washoe County guidelines, museum capacity is limited to allow for social distancing. Per current CDC guidance, face coverings are not required for fully vaccinated visitors. The CDC continues to strongly recommend the…
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Museum Open – Advance Ticketing
We are excited to welcome you back to the museum and want to make you aware of the changes you can expect as we reopen. All museum visitors are required to purchase tickets online in advance. Members must also reserve admission in advance online. In accordance with current Washoe County guidelines, museum capacity is limited to allow for social distancing. Per current CDC guidance, face coverings are not required for fully vaccinated visitors. The CDC continues to strongly recommend the…
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Museum Open – Advance Ticketing
We are excited to welcome you back to the museum and want to make you aware of the changes you can expect as we reopen. All museum visitors are required to purchase tickets online in advance. Members must also reserve admission in advance online. In accordance with Washoe County guidelines, museum capacity is limited to allow for social distancing. Per current CDC guidance, face coverings are not required for fully vaccinated visitors. The CDC continues to strongly recommend the use of…
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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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Museum Open – Advance Ticketing
We are excited to welcome you back to the museum and want to make you aware of the changes you can expect as we reopen. All museum visitors are required to purchase tickets online in advance. Members must also reserve admission in advance online. In accordance with Washoe County guidelines, museum capacity is limited to allow for social distancing. Per current CDC guidance, face coverings are not required for fully vaccinated visitors. The CDC continues to strongly recommend the use of…
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Museum Open – Advance Ticketing
We are excited to welcome you back to the museum and want to make you aware of the changes you can expect as we reopen. All museum visitors are required to purchase tickets online in advance. Members must also reserve admission in advance online. In accordance with Washoe County guidelines, total museum capacity is currently limited to 150 visitors at any given time. Per current CDC guidance, and for the safety of visitors and staff, masks are recommended for all unvaccinated (COVID-19) visitors…
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Museum Open – Advance Ticketing
We are excited to welcome you back to the museum and want to make you aware of the changes you can expect as we reopen. All museum visitors are required to purchase tickets online in advance. Members must also reserve admission in advance online. In accordance with Washoe County guidelines, total museum capacity is currently limited to 150 visitors at any given time. Per current CDC guidance, and for the safety of visitors and staff, masks are recommended for all unvaccinated (COVID-19) visitors…
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Museum Open – Advance Ticketing
We are excited to welcome you back to the museum and want to make you aware of the changes you can expect as we reopen. All museum visitors are required to purchase tickets online in advance. Members must also reserve admission in advance online. In accordance with Washoe County guidelines, total museum capacity is currently limited to 150 visitors at any given time. Per current CDC guidance, and for the safety of visitors and staff, masks are recommended for all unvaccinated (COVID-19) visitors…
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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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Museum Open – Advance Ticketing
We are excited to welcome you back to the museum and want to make you aware of the changes you can expect as we reopen. All museum visitors are required to purchase tickets online in advance. Members must also reserve admission in advance online. In accordance with Washoe County guidelines, total museum capacity is currently limited to 150 visitors at any given time. Per current CDC guidance, and for the safety of visitors and staff, masks are recommended for all unvaccinated (COVID-19) visitors…
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Museum Open – Advance Ticketing
We are excited to welcome you back to the museum and want to make you aware of the changes you can expect as we reopen. All museum visitors are required to purchase tickets online in advance. Members must also reserve admission in advance online. In accordance with Washoe County guidelines, total museum capacity is currently limited to 150 visitors at any given time. Per current CDC guidance, and for the safety of visitors and staff, masks are recommended for all unvaccinated (COVID-19) visitors…
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Science Distilled: Advances in cancer research
When it comes to cancer research, there is power in numbers. With over 100 types of cancers, we need strong partnerships between scientists and patients – and community-based approaches – to develop personalized cancer therapies. Through large studies on genetics and cancer, clinical trials for new treatments, and patient donation of tissues for the purposes of science, researchers around the globe are making advances in cancer research that are bringing peace of mind to patients through science. Our community is…
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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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Museum Open – Advance Ticketing
We are excited to welcome you back to the museum and want to make you aware of the changes you can expect when you visit. Advance tickets for members and nonmembers are encouraged but not required. In accordance with Washoe County guidelines, museum capacity is limited to allow for social distancing. Per current CDC guidance, face coverings are not required for fully vaccinated visitors. The CDC continues to strongly recommend the use of face coverings for those who have yet to…
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Museum Open – Advance Ticketing
We are excited to welcome you back to the museum and want to make you aware of the changes you can expect when you visit. Advance tickets for members and nonmembers are encouraged but not required. In accordance with Washoe County guidelines, museum capacity is limited to allow for social distancing. Per current CDC guidance, face coverings are not required for fully vaccinated visitors. The CDC continues to strongly recommend the use of face coverings for those who have yet to…
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Museum Open – Advance Ticketing
We are excited to welcome you back to the museum and want to make you aware of the changes you can expect when you visit. Advance tickets for members and nonmembers are encouraged but not required. In accordance with Washoe County guidelines, museum capacity is limited to allow for social distancing. Per current CDC guidance, face coverings are not required for fully vaccinated visitors. The CDC continues to strongly recommend the use of face coverings for those who have yet to…
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Museum Open – Advance Ticketing
We are excited to welcome you back to the museum and want to make you aware of the changes you can expect when you visit. Advance tickets for members and nonmembers are encouraged but not required. In accordance with Washoe County guidelines, museum capacity is limited to allow for social distancing. Per current CDC guidance, face coverings are not required for fully vaccinated visitors. The CDC continues to strongly recommend the use of face coverings for those who have yet to…
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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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Museum Open – Advance Ticketing
We are excited to welcome you back to the museum and want to make you aware of the changes you can expect when you visit. Advance tickets for members and nonmembers are encouraged but not required. In accordance with Washoe County guidelines, museum capacity is limited to allow for social distancing. Per current CDC guidance, face coverings are not required for fully vaccinated visitors. The CDC continues to strongly recommend the use of face coverings for those who have yet to…
Find out more »
Museum Open – Advance Ticketing
We are excited to welcome you back to the museum and want to make you aware of the changes you can expect when you visit. Advance tickets for members and nonmembers are encouraged but not required. In accordance with Washoe County guidelines, museum capacity is limited to allow for social distancing. Per current CDC guidance, face coverings are not required for fully vaccinated visitors. The CDC continues to strongly recommend the use of face coverings for those who have yet to…
Find out more »
Museum Open – Advance Ticketing
We are excited to welcome you back to the museum and want to make you aware of the changes you can expect when you visit. Advance tickets for members and nonmembers are encouraged but not required. In accordance with Washoe County guidelines, museum capacity is limited to allow for social distancing. Per current CDC guidance, face coverings are not required for fully vaccinated visitors. The CDC continues to strongly recommend the use of face coverings for those who have yet to…
Find out more »
Museum Open – Advance Ticketing
We are excited to welcome you back to the museum and want to make you aware of the changes you can expect when you visit. Advance tickets for members and nonmembers are encouraged but not required. In accordance with Washoe County guidelines, museum capacity is limited to allow for social distancing. Per current CDC guidance, face coverings are not required for fully vaccinated visitors. The CDC continues to strongly recommend the use of face coverings for those who have yet to…
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DIY Bubble Wands
Get ready for one of the joys of summer when you create your own bubble wand in The Shop. Using wire and a variety of decorative materials, you can create and personalize a bubble wand to use to send soap bubbles lofting into the breeze! 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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Museum Open – Advance Ticketing
We are excited to welcome you back to the museum and want to make you aware of the changes you can expect when you visit. Advance tickets for members and nonmembers are encouraged but not required. In accordance with Washoe County guidelines, museum capacity is limited to allow for social distancing. Per current CDC guidance, face coverings are not required for fully vaccinated visitors. The CDC continues to strongly recommend the use of face coverings for those who have yet to…
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