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Events
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Make & Mingle: Wine Rack & Tray
Get creative in our adults-only DIY workshop
Thu | November 29, 2018
Club Bug
Celebrate the opening day of Bug Lab with incredible insect activities throughout the Museum
Sat | December 08, 2018
Counting is for the Birds
Learn about local birds with a fun story and craft
Wed | November 21, 2018
Thanksgiving
Join us for a special Thanksgiving story
Wed | November 21, 2018
Thanksgiving
We are very thankful for all of our guests, let's celebrate with fun activities.
Wed | November 21, 2018
Guided Nature Walk
Join us the fourth Saturday of each month for an educational walk on the Paw Paw Nature Trail
Sat | November 24, 2018
Bakers
Create delicious treats just like a baker
Sat | November 24, 2018
Veterinarians
Learn how to take care of our furry friends then create a special animal themed craft
Sun | November 25, 2018
Sensational Science with Santa
A sensory-friendly holiday event at Discovery Place Kids
Wed | November 28, 2018
PJs in North Pole City
Enjoy a special screening of The Polar Express in IMAX
Fri | November 30, 2018
Merit Badge Workshop: Electricity
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Electricity Merit Badge
Sat | December 01, 2018
Letters To Santa
Write a letter to Santa and we'll deliver it to the North Pole
Sat | December 01, 2018
Merit Badge Workshop: Chemistry
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Chemistry Merit Badge
Sat | December 01, 2018
Hanukkah
Learn about Hanukkah then make crafts and play games.
Sat | December 01, 2018
What's In Your Breath?
Test to see if the air we breathe out from our lungs is it different than the air we breathe in
Sat | December 01, 2018
Nano Bracelets
Explore nanotechnology and make your own bracelet full of nanoparticles
Sat | December 01, 2018
Worry Dolls
Learn about Guatemalan worry dolls and make your very own
Sat | December 01, 2018
Story Time
Meet us at the Sandhills Stage for a holiday story
Sat | December 01, 2018
Oh Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree!
Learn about the origins of the Christmas tree and help us build ours with unusual materials
Sat | December 01, 2018
Snowflake Making
Create your own snowflake to take home
Sat | December 01, 2018
Sammy Squirrel’s Holiday Party
Join Sammy Squirrel as he plans a holiday party
Sat | December 01, 2018
Squid Dissections
Learn about squid's unique anatomy with a dissection demonstration
Sat | December 01, 2018
A Bug’s Life-Cycles
Learn about the amazing journey of bugs and their incredible life cycle
Sat | December 01, 2018
Gingerbread Workshop
Whip up a gingerbread ornament for your tree using basic kitchen chemistry
Sat | December 01, 2018
Big Fun
Shake! Shimmy! Shout! Dance it out with us at the Sandhills Stage
Sat | December 01, 2018
Merit Badge Workshop: Sustainability
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Sustainability Merit Badge
Sun | December 02, 2018
Merit Badge Workshop: Electronics
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Electronics Merit Badge
Sun | December 02, 2018
Night at the IMAX: Backyard Wilderness
Explore the unexpected wonder of nature that is right under your nose
Tue | December 04, 2018
Oodles of Ornaments
Create and decorate your own ornament
Tue | December 04, 2018
Festive Food
Explore food traditions from around the world
Wed | December 05, 2018
St. Nicholas Day
Travel to Europe to celebrate St. Nicholas Day
Thu | December 06, 2018
Animal Tracks
Make your own animal track to take home
Sat | December 08, 2018
Christmas Down Under
Celebrate Christmas like our friends Down Under
Sat | December 08, 2018
Bug Lab Member Preview
Get an exclusive look at our newest exhibition
Sat | December 08, 2018
St. Lucia’s Day
Read about St. Lucia's Day then make a festive craft
Thu | December 13, 2018
Gingerbread Workshop
Listen to a story about the Gingerbread Man and make yummy treats
Fri | December 14, 2018
La Befana
Explore Italian holiday traditions
Sat | December 15, 2018
A Day in the Life: Health Sciences and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Education
Learn about the exciting world of nursing, medical lab technicians and much more
Sat | December 15, 2018
Holiday Tree Critters
Learn about the insects that make up the vibrant ecosystem of trees and create a bug ornament
Wed | December 19, 2018
Bug Ornaments
Create a creepy crawly ornament
Wed | December 19, 2018
Bug Bistro
Think you've got what it takes to eat a bug?
Thu | December 20, 2018
Butterfly Masks
Join us as we create butterfly masks to wear
Fri | December 21, 2018
Ligligan Parul
Celebrate "The Giant Lantern Festival" by creating your own lantern
Sat | December 22, 2018
Kwanzaa
Learn about the holiday that celebrates African American heritage
Wed | December 26, 2018
Butterfly Masks
Celebrate the New Year by creating a butterfly mask
Thu | December 27, 2018
New Year’s Around the World
Learn about New Year's traditions and make crafts
Sat | December 29, 2018
New Years at Noon
Celebrate the New Year with crafts
Mon | December 31, 2018
New Year’s at Noon
Ring in the New Year at Discovery-Place Kids!
Mon | December 31, 2018
Homeschool Day
Discount admission & special offers for homeschool families
Mon | January 07, 2019
Senior Science Days: Entomology (BUGS!!)
Explore the world of bugs with hands-on exhibitions and immersive experiences
Wed | January 09, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Energy
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Energy Merit Badge
Sat | January 19, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Engineering
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Engineering Merit Badge
Sat | January 19, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Chess
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Chess Merit Badge
Sun | January 20, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Sustainability
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Sustainability Merit Badge
Sun | January 20, 2019
National Geographic Live: View From Above
Explore the stars & get to know astronaut Terry Virts
Tue | January 29, 2019
National Geographic Live Daytime Show: View From Above
Explore the stars & get to know astronaut Terry Virts
Tue | January 29, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Weather
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Weather Merit Badge
Sat | February 02, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Robotics
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Robotics Merit Badge
Sat | February 02, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Space Exploration
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Space Exploration Merit Badge
Sun | February 03, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Environmental Science
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Museum naturalists to earn your Environmental Science Merit Badge
Sat | February 23, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Oceanography
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Oceanography Merit Badge
Sat | March 02, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Pulp & Paper
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Pulp & Paper Merit Badge
Sat | March 02, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Programming
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Programming Merit Badge
Sat | March 02, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Sustainability
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Sustainability Merit Badge
Sun | March 03, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Chemistry
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Chemistry Merit Badge
Sun | March 03, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Interpreting the Sky
Scout Leaders, join us for an interactive program in our planetarium
Tue | March 19, 2019
National Geographic Live Daytime Show: On the Trail of Big Cats
Journey into the world of big cats with National Geographic photographer Steve Winter
Tue | March 26, 2019
National Geographic Live: On the Trail of Big Cats
Journey into the world of big cats with National Geographic photographer Steve Winter
Tue | March 26, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Environmental Science
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Museum naturalists to earn your Environmental Science Merit Badge
Sat | April 06, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Flora & Fauna of the Carolinas
Scout Leaders, join Discovery Place Nature naturalists to learn about native plants and animals
Tue | April 23, 2019
Discovery Place Nature Exploration Weekend
Join Discovery Place educators for a weekend of outdoor exploration and relaxation
Fri | May 03, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Oceanography
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Oceanography Merit Badge
Sat | May 04, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Space Exploration
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Space Exploration Merit Badge
Sat | May 04, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Energy
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Energy Merit Badge
Sat | May 04, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Chess
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Chess Merit Badge
Sun | May 05, 2019
Senior Science Days: Towers of Past, Present & Future
Tap your inner engineer as we build an experience around some of the most famous buildings of the past, present and future.
Wed | May 29, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Electricity
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Electricity Merit Badge
Sat | June 01, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Weather
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Weather Merit Badge
Sat | June 01, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Chemistry
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Chemistry Merit Badge
Sat | June 01, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Environmental Science
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Museum naturalists to earn your Environmental Science Merit Badge
Sat | June 01, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Electronics
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Electronics Merit Badge
Sun | June 02, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Energy
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Energy Merit Badge
Sat | August 24, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Engineering
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Engineering Merit Badge
Sat | August 24, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Chess
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Chess Merit Badge
Sun | August 25, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Sustainability
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Sustainability Merit Badge
Sun | August 25, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Oceanography
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Oceanography Merit Badge
Sat | September 21, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Robotics
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Robotics Merit Badge
Sat | September 21, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Space Exploration
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Space Exploration Merit Badge
Sun | September 22, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Weather
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Weather Merit Badge
Sat | November 02, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Programming
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Programming Merit Badge
Sat | November 02, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Pulp & Paper
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Pulp & Paper Merit Badge
Sat | November 02, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Chess
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Chess Merit Badge
Sun | November 03, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Chemistry
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Chemistry Merit Badge
Sat | December 07, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Electricity
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Electricity Merit Badge
Sat | December 07, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Sustainability
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Sustainability Merit Badge
Sun | December 08, 2019
Merit Badge Workshop: Electronics
Collaborate with other Boy Scouts and Discovery Place Science educators to earn your Electronics Merit Badge
Sun | December 08, 2019Plan a visit
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