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Discovery Space

Discovery Space is a children’s science center and lifelong-learning hub located in State College, PA.

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Overview

About Discovery Space

It features a Marine Life Center and offers after-school programs such as Curiosity Club and STEMPOWERED. Visitors can also find a Refueling Station coffee spot and enjoy water play on the front patio.

Made for

  • Discovery Space is a science center and lifelong-learning hub for children in State College.
  • The science center has more than 45 exhibits meant for play and experimentation.
  • A marine exhibit shows invertebrates such as sea stars and hermit crabs, plus ocean fish.
  • A weekly session for ages 0 to 3 lets the youngest learners move, climb and play.
  • An exhibit floor area called The Hive is curated for babies and toddlers.
  • Afterschool care blends STEM learning, friendship and fun.
  • Ages 8-14 may use the pottery studio on Saturdays for their own projects.
  • STEMPOWERED is an after-school program for girls building confidence in STEM and learning about careers.
  • Discovery Space is a science center with hands-on exhibits, not a daycare.

The packages

Essentials Package

Party package for up to 10 kids with a dedicated host and small private room.

Classic Package

Party package for up to 20 kids with a dedicated host and large private room.

No-School Day Camps

Day camps cover holidays, teacher in-service days and other school closures.

Mind Over Matter

Camp exploring how the brain sends messages, forms memories and helps people sense the world.

Creating with Rube

Campers build chain-reaction contraptions inspired by Rube Goldberg.

Nano-size Me

Camp exploring tiny structures in everyday materials at the nanoscale.

Clay Play

Campers learn hand-building, slip casting and wheel throwing, among other foundational ceramics methods.

Measure, Cut, Build

Woodworking camp suited to beginners and experienced woodworkers alike.

Virtual Field Trip

Virtual programs cover topics from chemistry to geometry and suit the grade level.

Private Groups & Homeschooling

Educators can visit small homeschooling groups or pods in person with programs on STEM topics.

Event experiences

  • Optional science and craft add-on activities are offered for kids ages 4 and up.
  • The adjoining Small Party Room can be added to a Classic Party.
  • Kids design and pour their own hair clip, blending creativity with chemistry.
  • Camp T-shirts are optional and can be added at registration.

Good to know

  • Cancelling fewer than 14 days before camp starts allows a transfer to a later camp but no refund.
  • Food and drink are not allowed on the exhibit floor.
  • Adults must supervise all children on the exhibit floor.
  • Visitors need to wear tops, bottoms and shoes.
  • Weapons are banned from the premises.
  • Service animals are allowed to accompany their owners.
  • Some educational programs are drop-off and need pre-registration.
  • A parking lot is available to visiting patrons.
  • Guests who step out can ask a team member for a hand stamp.
  • Discovery Space participates in the ASTC Travel Passport Program.
  • Birthday parties run on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays and need booking 2 weeks ahead.
  • Party hosts bring their own food, drinks, paper products and utensils.
  • Hosts may arrive 30 minutes early to set up the party room.
  • Other decorations are welcome, but glitter and confetti are to be avoided.
  • Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Day, New Year's Eve and Day, Easter Sunday and Independence Day.

Details from discoveryspace.org

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