Imagination Playground is an innovative foam block play system and interactive play space designed to encourage child-directed, open-ended play. Now bigger and better than before, including a Tot Spot area made just for littles!
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where fun and learning collide! Created with curious children in mind, our museum blends interactive exhibits and engaging programs into endless opportunities to play, discover, and experience the magic of hands-on learning!
Dive into our interactive exhibits where it’s encouraged to get hands-on!
Imagination Playground is an innovative foam block play system and interactive play space designed to encourage child-directed, open-ended play. Now bigger and better than before, including a Tot Spot area made just for littles!
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Our next Family Friday event is Storybook Adventure on June 19th! From 9:30am to 2pm you can create your own adventure story, meet iconic characters, witness magical science experiments, and more! 📖🧚♀️🦄✨ … See MoreSee Less
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As you plan out your Ironman weekend, include a stop at DCM on your list! … See MoreSee Less
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Touch-A-Truck 2026: perfect weather, classic summer fun! ☀️🚛
Thank you to all who came out, see you next Family Friday! … See MoreSee Less
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Happy family Friday! Touch-A-Truck today from 9:30AM to 2PM 🚛
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Camps, daycares, and summer groups—make Discovery Center Museum part of your summer adventure with hands-on exhibits, STEM fun, and unforgettable experiences! We have a variety of times available to book. Learn more here: discoverycentermuseum.org/come-visit/field-trips-and-groups/ “ … See MoreSee Less
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Our work on the new Grow! exhibit has officially shifted into “build” mode. Over the past few weeks, we’ve done so much prep and finally, the installation has started! Reveal at 48s….🤩 … See MoreSee Less
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