May
2
3:00 PM15:00
Homeschool Learning Pod: Black Hole Exploration
Explore all things STEAM with different lessons throughout the whole semester.
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May
3
6:00 PM18:00
Shakesbeer
Save the Date for an evening of fun and revelry as guests sample local brews and watch Shakespearean snippets played by local artists.
May
4
1:00 PM13:00
POSTPONED: Suzanne LeBeau Open Studio Hours
This event has been postponed. Stay tuned for a new date!
Join Artist in Residence Suzanne LeBeau for open studio sessions! These sessions allow visitors to experience what it means to be a professional artist. During open studio hours, Suzanne invites conversation with young creators about why recycling is important as they help turn a year of yogurt cups into a permanent sculpture for the museum! Discussion will include some steps we can all take to lessen our daily waste.
Included with admission. Free for members.
Funded in part by:
May
5
1:00 PM13:00
POSTPONED: In the Studio with Suzanne LeBeau
This event has been postponed. Stay tuned for a new date!
Join us in the Studio as our Artist in Residence, Suzanne LeBeau, leads us in Upcycled Art projects! Included with admission. Free for members.
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - April 21 - Earth Day activity
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - April 28 - Why is blue blue? – Why we see colors the way we do
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm -May 5 - Hidden Pictures
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm -May 12 - Who Am I? All about animals
Included with admission while supplies last. Free for members.
Sponsored in part by:
May
11
1:00 PM13:00
POSTPONED: Suzanne LeBeau Open Studio Hours
This event has been postponed. Stay tuned for a new date!
Join Artist in Residence Suzanne LeBeau for open studio sessions! These sessions allow visitors to experience what it means to be a professional artist. During open studio hours, Suzanne invites conversation with young creators about why recycling is important as they help turn a year of yogurt cups into a permanent sculpture for the museum! Discussion will include some steps we can all take to lessen our daily waste.
Included with admission. Free for members.
Funded in part by:
May
12
1:00 PM13:00
POSTPONED: In the Studio with Suzanne LeBeau
This event has been postponed. Stay tuned for a new date!
Join us in the Studio as our Artist in Residence, Suzanne LeBeau, leads us in Upcycled Art projects! Included with admission. Free for members.
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - April 21 - Earth Day activity
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - April 28 - Why is blue blue? – Why we see colors the way we do
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm -May 5 - Hidden Pictures
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm -May 12 - Who Am I? All about animals
Included with admission while supplies last. Free for members.
Sponsored in part by:
May
13
9:00 AM09:00
SPARK! Buzzin' Bees
This program is for children ages 1-6 and their caregivers to enjoy hands-on exploratory STEAM learning and play. Enjoy music and motion, stories, guided activities and more with Discovery Center staff!
May
14
9:00 AM09:00
SPARK! Buzzin' Bees
This program is for children ages 1-6 and their caregivers to enjoy hands-on exploratory STEAM learning and play. Enjoy music and motion, stories, guided activities and more with Discovery Center staff!
May
16
3:00 PM15:00
Homeschool Learning Pod: Dogfish Shark Dissection
Become a biologist with the Discovery Center! These Learning Pods are designed for our older students to utilize tools and discover the inner workings of different organisms.
May
16
5:00 PM17:00
All Access Night
This is a time for special-needs families to enjoy the Discovery Center’s exhibits in a sensory-friendly environment. All Access Nights are free, but reservations are suggested.
Sponsored by:
May
19
9:00 AM09:00
Cicada Sunday
Celebrate the emergence of the cicadas at Discovery Center with a cicada-inspired art challenge, cicada storytime, and nature observations! Event activities are included with museum admission; free for members!
May
19
11:00 AM11:00
Charles Key Open Studio Sessions
Join Artist in Residence Charles Key for open studio sessions! These sessions allow visitors to experience what it means to be a professional artist. During open studio hours, Charles invites conversation with young creators about his artistic process, style, and choices while he completes a piece that will become part of the Discovery Center’s collection.
Included with admission. Free for members.
Funded in part by:
May
19
3:00 PM15:00
In the Studio with Charles Key
Join us in The STUDIO for a 4-session series with our Artist in Residence, Charles Key. Charles will help us explore the world of color mixing and colors in nature!
May 19th: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
May 26th: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
June 2nd: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
June 9th: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Included with admission while supplies last. Free for members.
Sponsored in part by:
May
20
9:00 AM09:00
SPARK! Splash into Summer
This program is for children ages 1-6 and their caregivers to enjoy hands-on exploratory STEAM learning and play. Enjoy music and motion, stories, guided activities and more with Discovery Center staff!
May
21
9:00 AM09:00
SPARK! Splash into Summer
This program is for children ages 1-6 and their caregivers to enjoy hands-on exploratory STEAM learning and play. Enjoy music and motion, stories, guided activities and more with Discovery Center staff!
May
22
9:00 AM09:00
World Biodiversity Day
On this International Day for Biological Diversity, we celebrate the incredible biodiversity of the Murfree Spring Wetlands! Take a wetlands scavenger hunt and learn about this amazing ecosystem. Included with admission. Free for members.
May
23
9:00 AM09:00
World Turtle Day
Meet Discovery Center’s favorite hard-shelled friends and learn about the difference between turtles and tortoises. Included with admission. Free for members.
May
24
5:30 PM17:30
Member’s Only Mess Fest
Kick-off summer by coming to a Member MessFest at Discovery Center!
Get creative and messy with hands-on activities inside and outside the museum (weather permitting), museum exploration, and lite snacks. Free for members. Registration required.
May
26
11:00 AM11:00
Charles Key Open Studio Sessions
Join Artist in Residence Charles Key for open studio sessions! These sessions allow visitors to experience what it means to be a professional artist. During open studio hours, Charles invites conversation with young creators about his artistic process, style, and choices while he completes a piece that will become part of the Discovery Center’s collection.
Included with admission. Free for members.
Funded in part by:
May
26
3:00 PM15:00
In the Studio with Charles Key
Join us in The STUDIO for a 4-session series with our Artist in Residence, Charles Key. Charles will help us explore the world of color mixing and colors in nature!
May 19th: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
May 26th: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
June 2nd: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
June 9th: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Included with admission while supplies last. Free for members.
Sponsored in part by:
May
29
9:00 AM09:00
World Otter Day
Did you know that river otters are capable of reaching swimming speeds of seven miles per hour and can hold their breath for up to eight minutes under water? North American river otters also play an important role in our ecosystem. Learn more about these incredible animals at Discovery Center’s World Otter Day. Included with admission. Free for members.
Jun
2
11:00 AM11:00
Charles Key Open Studio Sessions
Join Artist in Residence Charles Key for open studio sessions! These sessions allow visitors to experience what it means to be a professional artist. During open studio hours, Charles invites conversation with young creators about his artistic process, style, and choices while he completes a piece that will become part of the Discovery Center’s collection.
Included with admission. Free for members.
Funded in part by:
Jun
2
3:00 PM15:00
In the Studio with Charles Key
Join us in The STUDIO for a 4-session series with our Artist in Residence, Charles Key. Charles will help us explore the world of color mixing and colors in nature!
May 19th: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
May 26th: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
June 2nd: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
June 9th: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Included with admission while supplies last. Free for members.
Sponsored in part by:
Jun
3
to Jun 7
EcoExpedition June
Celebrate World Environment Day all week long exploring the Murfree Spring wetlands!
Jun
7
7:00 PM19:00
Secret Garden Party
This popular annual event features an elegant banquet of experiences including fine foods, exquisite sweets, and tantalizing auction items.
Jun
8
to Jun 9
2024 Secret Garden Tour
The Secret Garden Tour is your opportunity to stroll through intimate gardens tucked away in local homes.
Jun
9
11:00 AM11:00
Charles Key Open Studio Sessions
Join Artist in Residence Charles Key for open studio sessions! These sessions allow visitors to experience what it means to be a professional artist. During open studio hours, Charles invites conversation with young creators about his artistic process, style, and choices while he completes a piece that will become part of the Discovery Center’s collection.
Included with admission. Free for members.
Funded in part by:
Jun
9
3:00 PM15:00
In the Studio with Charles Key
Join us in The STUDIO for a 4-session series with our Artist in Residence, Charles Key. Charles will help us explore the world of color mixing and colors in nature!
May 19th: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
May 26th: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
June 2nd: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
June 9th: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Included with admission while supplies last. Free for members.
Sponsored in part by:
Jun
10
to Jun 14
STEAM Champions June
A Campology session fit for an Olympian with STEAM activities inspired by favorite Olympic events!
Jun
13
5:00 PM17:00
All Access Night June
This is a time for special-needs families to enjoy the Discovery Center’s exhibits in a sensory-friendly environment. All Access Nights are free, but reservations are suggested.
Sponsored by:
Jun
17
to Jun 21
Jun
24
to Jun 28
Jul
1
9:00 AM09:00
Jul
2
9:00 AM09:00
STEAM Champions July 2
A Campology day fit for an Olympian with STEAM activities inspired by favorite Olympic events!
Jul
3
9:00 AM09:00
Jul
5
9:00 AM09:00
EcoExpedition July 5
Celebrate World Environment Day on this one day camp exploring the Murfree Spring wetlands!
Jul
8
to Jul 12
EcoExpedition July
Celebrate World Environment Day all week long exploring the Murfree Spring wetlands!
Jul
11
5:00 PM17:00
All Access Night July
This is a time for special-needs families to enjoy the Discovery Center’s exhibits in a sensory-friendly environment. All Access Nights are free, but reservations are suggested.
Sponsored by:
Jul
15
to Jul 19
STEAM Champions July
A Campology session fit for an Olympian with STEAM activities inspired by favorite Olympic events!
Jul
22
to Jul 26
Jul
29
to Aug 2
Aug
8
5:00 PM17:00
All Access Night August
This is a time for special-needs families to enjoy the Discovery Center’s exhibits in a sensory-friendly environment. All Access Nights are free, but reservations are suggested.
Sponsored by:
Sep
19
5:00 PM17:00
All Access Night September
This is a time for special-needs families to enjoy the Discovery Center’s exhibits in a sensory-friendly environment. All Access Nights are free, but reservations are suggested.
Sponsored by:
Oct
10
5:00 PM17:00
All Access Night October
This is a time for special-needs families to enjoy the Discovery Center’s exhibits in a sensory-friendly environment. All Access Nights are free, but reservations are suggested.
Sponsored by:
Nov
14
5:00 PM17:00
All Access Night November
This is a time for special-needs families to enjoy the Discovery Center’s exhibits in a sensory-friendly environment. All Access Nights are free, but reservations are suggested.
Sponsored by:
Dec
12
5:00 PM17:00
All Access Night December
This is a time for special-needs families to enjoy the Discovery Center’s exhibits in a sensory-friendly environment. All Access Nights are free, but reservations are suggested.
Sponsored by:
Apr
30
9:00 AM09:00
SPARK! April Showers
This program is for children ages 1-6 and their caregivers to enjoy hands-on exploratory STEAM learning and play. Enjoy music and motion, stories, guided activities and more with Discovery Center staff!
Apr
29
9:00 AM09:00
SPARK! April Showers
This program is for children ages 1-6 and their caregivers to enjoy hands-on exploratory STEAM learning and play. Enjoy music and motion, stories, guided activities and more with Discovery Center staff!
Apr
28
12:00 PM12:00
In the Studio with Suzanne LeBeau
Join us in the Studio as our Artist in Residence, Suzanne LeBeau, leads us in Upcycled Art projects! Included with admission. Free for members.
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - April 21 - Earth Day activity
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - April 28 - Why is blue blue? – Why we see colors the way we do
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm -May 5 - Hidden Pictures
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm -May 12 - Who Am I? All about animals
Included with admission while supplies last. Free for members.
Sponsored in part by:
Apr
27
9:00 AM09:00
Suzanne LeBeau Open Studio Hours
Join Artist in Residence Suzanne LeBeau for open studio sessions! These sessions allow visitors to experience what it means to be a professional artist. During open studio hours, Suzanne invites conversation with young creators about why recycling is important as they help turn a year of yogurt cups into a permanent sculpture for the museum! Discussion will include some steps we can all take to lessen our daily waste.
Included with admission. Free for members.
Funded in part by:
Apr
21
1:00 PM13:00
In the Studio with Suzanne LeBeau
Join us in the Studio as our Artist in Residence, Suzanne LeBeau, leads us in Upcycled Art projects! Included with admission. Free for members.
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - April 21 - Earth Day activity
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - April 28 - Why is blue blue? – Why we see colors the way we do
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm -May 5 - Hidden Pictures
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm -May 12 - Who Am I? All about animals
Included with admission while supplies last. Free for members.
Sponsored in part by:
Apr
19
1:00 PM13:00
Suzanne LeBeau Open Studio Hours
Join Artist in Residence Suzanne LeBeau for open studio sessions! These sessions allow visitors to experience what it means to be a professional artist. During open studio hours, Suzanne invites conversation with young creators about why recycling is important as they help turn a year of yogurt cups into a permanent sculpture for the museum! Discussion will include some steps we can all take to lessen our daily waste.
Included with admission. Free for members.
Funded in part by:
Apr
18
3:00 PM15:00
Homeschool Learning Pod: Fish Dissection
Become a biologist with the Discovery Center! These Learning Pods are designed for our older students to utilize tools and discover the inner workings of different organisms.
Apr
16
9:00 AM09:00
SPARK! Bloom-In Spring
This program is for children ages 1-6 and their caregivers to enjoy hands-on exploratory STEAM learning and play. Enjoy music and motion, stories, guided activities and more with Discovery Center staff!
Apr
15
9:00 AM09:00
SPARK! Bloom-In Spring
This program is for children ages 1-6 and their caregivers to enjoy hands-on exploratory STEAM learning and play. Enjoy music and motion, stories, guided activities and more with Discovery Center staff!
Apr
14
2:00 PM14:00
In the Studio with Charles Key
Join us in The STUDIO for a 4-session series with our Artist in Residence, Charles Key. Charles will help us explore the world of color mixing and colors in nature!
Session 1 - March 24: Egg Plate
Session 2 & 3 - April 7: Caterpillar Plate & Chrysalis Plate
Session 4 - April 14: Butterfly and Flower Plate
Included with admission while supplies last. Free for members.
Sponsored in part by:
Apr
13
9:00 AM09:00
Arts in April
Join Discovery Center to celebrate the diversity of Tennessee through art! Engage with local artists at interactive stations around the museum, visit the Dow Street Music School Petting Zoo, enjoy the Murfreesboro Little Theater as they perform "The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales," or create your own masterpiece with special activities in The STUDIO.
Event is free and open to the public. Sponsored by the Tennessee Arts Commission and the Nissan Foundation.
Apr
12
9:00 AM09:00
Week of the Young Child: Family Friday
Big Hearts in the Little Room (While Supplies Last)
Celebrating families is at the heart of supporting our youngest learners. Our youngest explorers can take a stroll through Tiny Town and enjoy light refreshments in the Little Room from 9 am - 11 am.
NAEYC applauds family members’ role as young children’s first and most important teachers. Share pictures and stories about your family on Facebook, X, and Instagram using the #WOYC24 hashtag.
Apr
11
5:00 PM17:00
The Wonder Dance 2024
Put on your disco dancing shoes and dress to impress yourself as you make your way to the Discovery Center for The Wonder Dance. A special evening for individuals with disabilities and their families. Dance the night away with DJ Amber Morton, enjoy food from Chick-fil-a, explore the museum, and have fun with family and friends. This evening is free but registration is highly encouraged.
Sponsored by Lana Seivers.
Apr
11
9:00 AM09:00
Week of the Young Child: Artsy Thursday
Butterfly Life Cycle in the Studio
Think, problem solve, create! Children develop creativity, social skills and fine motor skills with open-ended art projects where they can make choices, use their imaginations, and create with their hands. On Artsy Thursday celebrate the joy and learning children experience when engaged in creative art making. Use any materials—from crayons to paint, clay to crafts! While supplies last. Included with admission.
Create and share photos of your children’s creations on Facebook, X, and Instagram using the #WOYC24 hashtag.
Apr
10
2:00 PM14:00
Week of the Young Child: Work Together Wednesday
Wetland Walk & Nature Gathering Craft
When children build together they explore math and science concepts and develop their social and early literacy skills. Children can use any building material—from a fort of branches on the playground to a block city in the classroom, or a hideaway made from couch pillows at home.
Come build with us and share pictures of children’s creations on Facebook, X, and Instagram using the #WOYC24 hashtag.
Apr
10
11:00 AM11:00
Charles Key Open Studio Hours
Join Artist in Residence Charles Key for open studio sessions! These sessions allow visitors to experience what it means to be a professional artist. During open studio hours, Charles invites conversation with young creators about his artistic process, style, and choices while he completes a piece that will become part of the Discovery Center’s collection.
Included with admission. Free for members.
Funded in part by:
Apr
9
2:00 PM14:00
Week of the Young Child: Tasty Tuesday
Graham Cracker Flower Garden
This fun, food-themed program is about more than just cheese and crackers. Cooking together connects math with literacy skills, science, and more. With the rise in childhood obesity, you can encourage healthy nutrition and fitness habits at home and in the classroom. Come create a Graham Cracker Flower Garden with us!
Share the recipes and photos of your creations on Facebook, X, and Instagram using the #WOYC24 hashtag.
Apr
8
8:00 AM08:00
School’s Out Play Day - Solar Eclipse
Even though Tennessee will only have a partial solar eclipse, Discovery Center will have a full day of fun with special Solar Eclipse STEAM activities!
Apr
7
2:00 PM14:00
In the Studio with Charles Key
Join us in The STUDIO for a 4-session series with our Artist in Residence, Charles Key. Charles will help us explore the world of color mixing and colors in nature!
Session 1 - March 24: Egg Plate
Session 2 & 3 - April 7: Caterpillar Plate & Chrysalis Plate
Session 4 - April 14: Butterfly and Flower Plate
Included with admission while supplies last. Free for members.
Sponsored in part by:
Apr
4
3:00 PM15:00
Homeschool Learning Pod: Sculpture
Explore all things STEAM with different lessons throughout the whole semester.
Apr
3
11:00 AM11:00
Charles Key Open Studio Hours
Join Artist in Residence Charles Key for open studio sessions! These sessions allow visitors to experience what it means to be a professional artist. During open studio hours, Charles invites conversation with young creators about his artistic process, style, and choices while he completes a piece that will become part of the Discovery Center’s collection.
Included with admission. Free for members.
Funded in part by:
Apr
2
9:00 AM09:00
SPARK! Solar Eclipse
This program is for children ages 1-6 and their caregivers to enjoy hands-on exploratory STEAM learning and play. Enjoy music and motion, stories, guided activities and more with Discovery Center staff!
Apr
1
9:00 AM09:00
SPARK! Solar Eclipse
This program is for children ages 1-6 and their caregivers to enjoy hands-on exploratory STEAM learning and play. Enjoy music and motion, stories, guided activities and more with Discovery Center staff!
Mar
27
11:00 AM11:00
Charles Key Open Studio Hours
Join Artist in Residence Charles Key for open studio sessions! These sessions allow visitors to experience what it means to be a professional artist. During open studio hours, Charles invites conversation with young creators about his artistic process, style, and choices while he completes a piece that will become part of the Discovery Center’s collection.
Included with admission. Free for members.
Funded in part by:
Mar
25
to Mar 29
Pirate’s Life for Me - SOLD OUT!
Ahoy, mateys! It’s time to sail into Spring Break Campology!
Mar
24
2:00 PM14:00
In the Studio with Charles Key
Join us in The STUDIO for a 4-session series with our Artist in Residence, Charles Key. Charles will help us explore the world of color mixing and colors in nature!
Session 1 - March 24: Egg Plate
Session 2 & 3 - April 7: Caterpillar Plate & Chrysalis Plate
Session 4 - April 14: Butterfly and Flower Plate
Included with admission while supplies last. Free for members.
Sponsored in part by:
Mar
21
3:00 PM15:00
Homeschool Learning Pod: Flower Dissection
Become a biologist with the Discovery Center! These Learning Pods are designed for our older students to utilize tools and discover the inner workings of different organisms.
Mar
20
11:00 AM11:00
Charles Key Open Studio Hours
Join Artist in Residence Charles Key for open studio sessions! These sessions allow visitors to experience what it means to be a professional artist. During open studio hours, Charles invites conversation with young creators about his artistic process, style, and choices while he completes a piece that will become part of the Discovery Center’s collection.
Included with admission. Free for members.
Funded in part by:
Mar
19
9:00 AM09:00
SPARK! Counts with Bear
This program is for children ages 1-6 and their caregivers to enjoy hands-on exploratory STEAM learning and play. Enjoy music and motion, stories, guided activities and more with Discovery Center staff!
Mar
18
9:00 AM09:00
SPARK! Counts with Bear
This program is for children ages 1-6 and their caregivers to enjoy hands-on exploratory STEAM learning and play. Enjoy music and motion, stories, guided activities and more with Discovery Center staff!