Welcome to

Discovery Space

Located in State College, Pennsylvania, Discovery Space is a non-profit science center designed to provide engaging experiences with science and technology that spark curiosity and creativity.

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Visit Us!

Location

1224 N Atherton St
State College, PA 16803

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Exhibit Floor Hours

  • Wed-Sun from 10am-5pm
  • General Admission
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Marine Life Center Hours

  • Wed-Fri from 11am-5pm
  • Sat-Sun from 10am-5pm
  • Included with General Admission

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Shop our gift guide for unique presents, experience-based gifts, and hands-on holiday gatherings for all ages!

Weekly Programs

Explore hands-on STEM fun for kids and families while building connections through our weekly programs!

Wednesdays
10:30-11a

Best for ages 2-5

Thursdays
10:30-11a

Best for ages 2-5

Fridays
10-11:30a

Best for ages 1-5

Saturdays
10:15-10:45a

Best for ages 3-7

Discover and learn!

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Exhibits

45+ exhibits designed to encourage play, exploration, and most importantly, experimentation!

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Programs

Participate in a variety of programs including STEM Hangouts and other science adventures!

A home-made Mars rover made tie cardboard, pencils, twig, rubber bands, and tape.

Discover at Home

Experiments, projects, crafts, and design challenges to explore STEM at home!

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Day Camps & Summer Camps

During the school year, day camps occur when school is not in session. You can also join us each summer for science camps!

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Birthday Parties & Rentals

Looking to host an event? Celebrate with us! Choose our wonderfully unique setting for your group’s next event.

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Field Trips

Field trips and group visits to Discovery Space are a great way to make learning fun. With many interactive science exhibits and optional programs, the experience will spark curiosity and imagination in everyone!

Starfish

Featured Exhibit

Marine Life Exhibit

Our newest exhibit brings a piece of the ocean to State College! It features marine invertebrates including sea stars and hermit crabs, as well as ocean fish.

Support

As a nonprofit organization, the success of Discovery Space relies on the generous support of businesses and people like you.

Memberships

Join as a family or purchase a gift membership! Members receive discounts on birthday parties and camps.

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Donate

Support our programs by making a gift today.

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Volunteer

Volunteers are crucial in helping Discovery Space deliver great STEM experiences. Sign up today!

The Rivet

A makerspace that was made just for you!

The newest branch of Discovery Space is a 5,000 square foot community workshop. Members of all ages can take advantage of open shop hours and classes that teach technical skills, critical thinking, and iterative learning.

Every Saturday, ages 8-14 can use the pottery studio to work on their own projects.

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