Masks required for all visitors ages 5+, regardless of vaccination status.
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10:00am - 5:00pm There’s always more to discover!

The Discovery Reopening

Live science demonstrations!

A visitor works with one of The Discovery’s Museum Educators during a science demonstration.

The Discovery is open!

The Discovery is open to the public with monitored capacity to maintain social distancing. Museum hours are as follows:

Monday: Closed*
Tuesday: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Wednesday: 10:00am – 8:00pm (Open at 9:00am for Small Wonder Wednesday)
Thursday-Saturday: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday: 12:00 – 5:00pm

*Open Mondays on National and State holidays and during Washoe County School District (WCSD) breaks.

We are excited to welcome you to the museum and want to make you aware of what you can expect when you visit:

Face CoveringsFace coverings
Per State of Nevada Directive 047 and guidance from the CDC, face coverings are REQUIRED for all museum visitors ages 5 and older, regardless of vaccination status. A face covering, meeting CDC guidance, must be worn over the nose and mouth at all times.

Reduced HoursAdvance tickets
Advance tickets are NOT REQUIRED to visit the museum. Admission can be purchased at the admissions desk upon arrival at The Discovery.

Reduced CapacityMonitored capacity
In accordance with current Washoe County guidelines, museum capacity is being monitored to allow for social distancing.

Increased CleanlinessCleaning and sanitizing
Museum staff will be frequently cleaning and sanitizing the museum throughout the day. Museum exhibitions may be closed on a rotating schedule throughout the day for deep cleaning and sanitizing. Some exhibits may not be available due to sanitization limitations.