Our philosophy starts with the simple belief that kids are capable of incredible things. Our job is to nurture that ability; our goal is to support kids' healthy development. Play is how kids learn--here, it is in both a STEM-rich environment and inviting outdoor experience.

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The museum will close at 3:30pm on Saturday, October 20 in advance of our 2018 Discovery Gala. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Your NEW museum is ready!

The all-new museum combines the best STEAM exhibits from our original museums—for little kids, big kids, and adults—and many exciting new ones!

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5 for Good: WCVB-TV5

WCVB-TV5 looks at the museum's accessibility features and Especially for Me free programs for families with disabilities

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Chronicle visits Discovery Woods!

Tour Discovery Woods with WCVB-TV Channel 5's Chronicle!

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Our Philosophy: Play Matters

Great play is what every kid needs, and every kid deserves.

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Play and Explore in Discovery Woods

Our 550-square foot, fully-accessible treehouse and surrounding nature playscape will get you playing outside—12 months a year!

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Especially for Me!

We offer special free admission hours for families with children with an ASD, hearing loss, or vision loss, because we want every child to be able to visit.

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Free Friday Nights!

Visit the first Friday night of each month—every Friday night in summer—with free admission 4:30 to 8:00pm. We gladly accept food donations for local pantries.
Science. Nature. Play.

Discovery Museum has been bringing early STEM learning to kids and families since 1982.

Today's Hours

Discovery Museum 9:00am - 4:30pm

Discovery Woods 9:00am - 4:30pm

Sparking Discovery in the Classroom

Traveling Science Workshops

Since 1992, our highly skilled, dynamic educators have inspired students with fun, hands-on STEM workshops delivered right in the classroom. From Physical Changes of Matter to Force and Motion to Weather, topics are designed to spark curiosity and strengthen the practices of science and ...

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Girl with a service dog wearing a lobster costume.

Doggy Days: Howl-o-ween

Thursday, Oct 18, 2018

10:00 am to 11:00 am

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Abby the Therapy Dog needs your help deciding what costume she should wear on Halloween. Tell Abby all about your Halloween costume, help her play doggy dress-up, and vote for the costume you think... READ MORE

Backyard and Beyond: Forest Fridays

Friday, Oct 19, 2018

10:00 am to 10:45 am

A great way for the whole family to enjoy time outdoors, our Forest Friday program will be held... READ MORE

Backyard and Beyond: “PrimiTim” – Modern Survival Skills (Pre-registration required)

Saturday, Oct 20, 2018

1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

This class offers tools and techniques you can use if you ever find yourself cold, hungry, and... READ MORE

Celebrate National Chemistry Week and MA STEM Week! Tinker Tuesday: Air Play

Tuesday, Oct 23, 2018

10:00 am to 11:00 am

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When we build flying and floating creations we’ll observe how the materials we use change how they... READ MORE

Celebrate National Chemistry Week and MA STEM Week: Chemistry is Out of this World!

Wednesday, Oct 24, 2018

2:00 pm to 4:30 pm

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Discover the wonders of chemistry as we celebrate National Chemistry Week. Join us for fun, hands-... READ MORE

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Our blog: Play Matters

>Math Conversation = <Math Anxiety

Denise LeBlanc

“Look, look, there’s 13 of me!” exclaims a young boy as he peers into a nearly closed Hinged Mirror. “I can’t see you,” says his mom. He opens the mirror wider and there are fewer reflections of him. “It needs to be almost closed!” he declares.

Near the Math Dance exhibit two girls are

Awards celebrate the advancement of inclusion of people with disabilities in the cultural arts

ACTON, MA—Discovery Museum announced today its selection as a recipient of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts 2018 Leadership... READ MORE

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