Past Events
Exploration Station: When Did Dinos Live?
Stop by this hands-on activity to find out about the land where dinosaurs lived. You’ll explore the landscape they inhabited and understand how recently they roamed the Earth, especially when you consider the age of our universe. Activity available 11:30am – 1:30pm
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DIY Photo Frames
Develop your carpentry skills when you build a custom photo frame in The Shop. Using a variety of materials and a photo you bring with you, or one taken at The Discovery, you’ll create a frame perfect for a holiday gift. 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 Store Holiday Sale
Shop the smartest selection of toys, science kits, apparel, games, puzzles, and more during additional museum store hours at The Discovery. Enjoy 25% off your entire purchase,* complimentary coffee and hot chocolate, and gift wrapping. And, every purchase earns you an entry into a drawing for a FREE Plasma Car to be given away on December 24th. *Discount does not apply to sale items. Please note: The museum store will be open during this event, however access to the museum’s…
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Open Build in The Shop
In The Shop, hands-on gets serious. During “open build,” take your pick from a variety of materials and use real tools to design and build nearly anything you can imagine. Best of all, whatever you create is yours to take home! 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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New Year’s Eve Accessories
Be ready to ring in the New Year with celebration accessories you make yourself in The Shop. Choose from a variety of materials to create the perfect accessory for your New Year’s Eve celebration. 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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New Year’s Eve Accessories
Be ready to ring in the New Year with celebration accessories you make yourself in The Shop. Choose from a variety of materials to create the perfect accessory for your New Year’s Eve celebration. 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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New Year’s Eve Accessories
Be ready to ring in the New Year with celebration accessories you make yourself in The Shop. Choose from a variety of materials to create the perfect accessory for your New Year’s Eve celebration. 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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New Year’s Eve Noise Makers
Ring in the New Year with noise makers you make yourself in The Shop. Choose from a variety of materials to create the perfect noisy party accessory for your New Year’s Eve celebration. 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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Exploration Station: Excavate Sue
Stop by this quick, hands-on activity to learn about excavation techniques like those used when A T. rex Named Sue was discovered. Activity available 11:30am to 1:30pm.
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New Year’s Eve Noise Makers
Be ready to ring in the New Year with celebration accessories you make for yourself in The Shop. Choose from a variety of materials to create the perfect accessory for your New Year’s Eve celebration. 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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New Year’s Eve Noise Makers
Be ready to ring in the New Year with celebration accessories you make for yourself in The Shop. Choose from a variety of materials to create the perfect accessory for your New Year’s Eve celebration. 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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Exploration Station: Excavate Sue
Stop by this quick, hands-on activity to learn about excavation techniques like those used when A T. rex Named Sue was discovered. Activity available 11:30am to 1:30pm.
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Exploration Station: Dino DNA and You
Stop by this quick, hands-on activity to explore how DNA works as a blueprint for life and how your human DNA relates so closely to that of a Tyrannosaurus rex like “Sue!” Activity available 11:30am to 1:30pm.
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Build Your Own Pull Toy
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.
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Small Wonder Wednesday
Visit us every week for stories and more! Make your way to 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! Supported in part by:
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Build Your Own Pull Toy
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.
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$5 Admission After 4:00pm
Visit The Discovery after 4:00pm every Wednesday when admission is just $5.00 per visitor! Members and children under age 1 are always free. And best of all, the museum stays open until 8:00pm!
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Build Your Own Pull Toy
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.
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Open Build in The Shop
In The Shop, hands-on gets serious. During Open Build, take your pick from a variety of materials and use real tools to design and build nearly anything you can imagine. Best of all, what you create is yours to keep! 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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Linocut Print Making
Explore the process of linocut printing in The Shop. Using a variety of tools, you’ll create your own linocut design and use it to create a print with colorful ink. Best of all, what you make is yours to take home! 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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Discover Your Way
Sensory-friendly exploration at The Discovery Join us for Discover Your Way, a program that offers exclusive admission for families with children with Autism or those who can benefit from sensory-friendly time at the museum, on the first Sunday of each month from 10:00am to noon. This program creates an opportunity for parents to network while also discovering ways to enjoy the museum outside of Discover Your Way hours. Discover Your Way visitors are welcome to stay and play when the…
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Linocut Print Making
Explore the process of linocut printing in The Shop. Using a variety of tools, you’ll create your own linocut design and use it to create a print with colorful ink. Best of all, what you make is yours to take home! 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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Linocut Print Making
Explore the process of linocut printing in The Shop. Using a variety of tools, you’ll create your own linocut design and use it to create a print with colorful ink. Best of all, what you make is yours to take home! 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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Exploration Station: Could You Outsmart a T. rex?
Stop by this quick, hands-on activity to learn how the human brain compares to the T. rex brain. You’ll have the chance to compare a model of a human brain with a model of a T. rex brain and find out what scientists theorize about a T. rex’s brain capacity. Activity available 11:30am to 1:30pm.
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