classes & programs
Discovery Center Museum is your go-to spot for awesome classes, exciting field trips, and cool teacher workshops!
Whether you’re looking for a fun place for your kids or students to experience learning through play, or you want to bring science magic to your school, daycare, or library, we have everything you need.
classes for everyone
We offer a variety of experiences that ignite curiosity and inspire wonder. You can register for all our classes online!
discovery to you
Can’t make it to the museum? No problem! Our outreach programs bring the fun to you.
scout programs
Earn badges and patches with our exciting Scout programs, including Camp-Ins, Badge Workshops, and special scout days.
teacher workshops
Join our summer workshops to learn how to bring the excitement of Discovery Center into your classroom. These workshops qualify for Illinois PDCs or graduate credit.
explore & register for all our classes
Learning happens throughout the summer! We'll be releasing our schedule of teacher workshops for the summer of 2025 soon.
Teacher Workshop
Take advantage of this playgroup designed for children ages 12 months to 24 months as we sing songs, read stories, and explore interesting materials while meeting new friends!
Toddler Time
All ages
Our diverse hands-on classes are designed to meet the needs of your students and align with your curriculum, making science fun and accessible for everyone!
Discovery to You
K - 8
Our inflatable planetarium is your ticket to the moon and stars, offering captivating presentations that will leave your students in awe.
Discovery to You
K - 8
Inspire wonder with our dynamic assembly programs that bring STEM learning to a new level.
Discovery to You
All Ages
Bring the excitement of STEM to your school, library, or community center with our hands-on Family Fun Programs!
Discovery to You
PreK - 8
Experience interactive learning with our Virtual Outreach Programs.
Discovery to You
PreK
Our early childhood classes offer hands-on experiences that let young learners explore at their own pace. From building to balance to learning about gravity, the sun, and the moon, our programs are designed to stimulate the senses and excite preschool minds!
Discovery to You
Nov 19 - Nov 23
Age 2
Delve into more fall fun with arachnids!
Tot Spot
Nov 19 - Nov 23
Age 3 - 6
Delve into more fall fun with arachnids!
Tot Spot
Dec 03 - Dec 07
Age 3 - 6
Come explore this fun-filled noodle theme!
Tot Spot
Dec 08
Get in touch with the world around you! Scouts will engage in activities that explore all 5 senses and earn the Brownie Senses badge.
Scouting
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Traverse the world of physics as you design and run your own roller coaster and construct and race gravity cars!
Scouting
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Calling all aspiring robotics engineers to a night of designing, building, and racing your own robots!
Scouting
Feb 07 - Feb 08
Calling all aspiring robotics engineers to a night of designing, building, and racing your own robots!
Scouting
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Explore the vastness of outer space in our planetarium and experiment with rocketry, black holes, and more for a night of celestial fun!
Scouting
Mar 08 - Mar 09
Explore the vastness of outer space in our planetarium and experiment with rocketry, black holes, and more for a night of celestial fun!
Scouting
Apr 05 - Apr 06
Traverse the world of physics as you design and run your own roller coaster and construct and race gravity cars!
Scouting
May 03 - May 04
Traverse the world of physics as you design and run your own roller coaster and construct and race gravity cars!
Scouting
May 10 - May 11
Calling all aspiring robotics engineers to a night of designing, building, and racing your own robots!
