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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Members, reserve tickets now for Member Only Weeks, 7/14-26. Non-members can reserve tickets beginning 7/26 for Free To Play, 7/28-8/23! We're closed on Mondays this summer. Welcome back!

Discovery at Home

At-home fun-and-learning resources for your family.

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Science | Nature | Play

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

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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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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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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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Today's Hours

Discovery Museum 9:00-11:00, 12:00-2:00, 3:00-4:30 members only

Discovery Woods 9:00-11:00, 12:00-2:00, 3:00-4:30 members only

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 & Motion to Weather, topics are designed to spark curiosity and strengthen the practices of science and ...

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Here's what's happening

Virtual Event: Coronavirus and Family Mental Health

Wednesday, Aug 12, 2020

7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

Gene Beresin, M.D., Executive Director of The Clay Center for Young Healthy Minds at Massachusetts General Hospital

A two-part mini-series answering your questions on Coronavirus and Family Mental Health

Virtual Event: Coronavirus and Family Mental Health

Wednesday, Aug 12, 2020

7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

A two-part mini-series answering your questions on Coronavirus and Family Mental Health

Virtual Event: Climate Change and Human Health

Thursday, Sep 24, 2020

7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

Pre-registration is required; registration link will go live 6 weeks prior to the event.

Virtual Event: The Psychology of Artistic Behavior in Children

Wednesday, Oct 21, 2020

7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

Pre-registration is required; registration link will go live 6 weeks prior to the event.

Virtual Event: Navigating the Digital Space Within Families

Thursday, Nov 12, 2020

7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

Pre-registration is required; registration link will go live 6 weeks prior to the event.

a family of 3 enjoys the Museum, wearing facial masks

Our blog: Play Matters

Welcome Back, Friends

Brindha Muniappan

We are ready and eager to welcome you back to the Discovery Museum! Although the way we play now is a little different than it was before, our objective remains the same: to spark curiosity, inspire learning through playful exploration, and foster social connections and empathy. We also want to