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Discovery for All
Science and discovery for everyone!
We are committed to making The Discovery accessible to everyone. Thanks to the generosity of the museum’s donors, the Discovery of All program provides financial assistance to ensure access to the museum and the variety of programs we offer are available to everyone in our community.
The Discovery is proud to partner with the following organizations and programs to provide financial assistance:
Assistance for Daily Admission
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he Discovery proudly participates in the Museums for All program, helping make museums accessible nationwide. Visitors with an EBT/SNAP, WIC, or TANF card can purchase $5 daily admission per person (up to 6 people) during normal museum hours. Bring your qualifying card and matching photo ID to the admissions desk.
Additionally, $5 daily admission per person (up to 6 people) is available to individuals and families who receive support from our partner organizations. Simply present your proof of support (ID card, letter of support, etc.) and a matching photo ID at the admissions desk during normal museum hours.
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Assistance is available to recipients of support from the following programs and organizations:
- EBT/SNAP
- WIC
- Medicaid
- TANF
- CHIP
- FAM (Foster, Adopt, Mentor)
- RCA/RMA – Refugee Support
- SSDI/SSI — Disability Assistance
- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Nevada
- CASA Washoe County
- The Children’s Cabinet
- Domestic Violence Resource Center
- Doula Co-Op of Nevada
- Family Respite Care of Nevada
- Lead With Horses
- Make-A-Wish Nevada
- Nevada Urban Indians
- Northern Nevada Children’s Cancer Foundation
- Reno Housing Authority
- Rennervation Foundation
- Truckee Meadows Habitat for Humanity
Check out free admission to The Discovery and other local museums through using your Washoe County Library card. Visit your nearest library or check its website to sign up and see if passes are available.
Assistance for Camps and Memberships
To apply for financial assistance, please complete the appropriate application from the list below. Applications are reviewed by our staff on a weekly basis, and applicants are notified of the assistance awarded by e-mail or phone.
| Museum program | Application |
|---|---|
| Annual Memberships | Apply online |
| Camp Discovery | Apply online |
Assistance for School Field Trips and Outreach
To apply for financial assistance, please complete the appropriate application or reservation request form from the list below. Applications are reviewed by our staff on a weekly basis, and applicants are notified of the assistance awarded by e-mail or phone.
| Museum program | Application/Reservation |
|---|---|
| School Field Trips | Reservation Request |
| School & Community Outreach | Apply online |
If you require assistance with the application process or have questions about a submitted application, please call 775-398-5942, or email financialaid@nvdm.org.