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engaging curious minds
 
 

summer hours

Memorial Day to Labor Day
Mon: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Tue: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Wed – Sat: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sun: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
*1/2 price admission from 4 pm - 7 pm on Tuesdays

Closed certain holidays.

admission

Under 24 months: Free
Age 2 & up: $12
Members: Free

 

location

Discovery Center
at Murfree Spring
502 SE Broad Street
Murfreesboro, TN 37130

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what’s happening

 

investigation station
TUESDAY – Saturday | 10 a.m. & 2 p.m.

How cold is liquid nitrogen? What is visible light? Do reptiles lay eggs? Join Discovery Center staff as we explore the amazing world of science through hands-on experiments and demonstrations. See the Investigation Station Schedule. Included with admission.

 
 
Events
Countdown to the Summer Olympics
May 24
Countdown to the Summer Olympics

Go for the GOLD all Summer at Discovery Center! Don’t miss special activities exploring different Olympic themes including hands-on interactive programs, demonstrations, and more!

Charles Key Open Studio Sessions
Jun 2
Charles Key Open Studio Sessions
In the Studio with Charles Key
Jun 2
In the Studio with Charles Key
EcoExpedition June
Jun 3
EcoExpedition June

Celebrate World Environment Day all week long exploring the Murfree Spring wetlands!

SPARK! EcoExpedition June
Jun 3
SPARK! EcoExpedition June

Celebrate World Environment Day all week long exploring the Murfree Spring wetlands!

Secret Garden Party
Jun 7
Secret Garden Party

This popular annual event features an elegant banquet of experiences including fine foods, exquisite sweets, and tantalizing auction items.

2024 Secret Garden Tour
Jun 8
2024 Secret Garden Tour

The Secret Garden Tour is your opportunity to stroll through intimate gardens tucked away in local homes.

Charles Key Open Studio Sessions
Jun 9
Charles Key Open Studio Sessions
In the Studio with Charles Key
Jun 9
In the Studio with Charles Key
STEAM Champions June
Jun 10
STEAM Champions June

A Campology session fit for an Olympian with STEAM activities inspired by favorite Olympic events!

Cricket Demonstration with the Nashville Cricket Club
All Access Night June
Jun 13
All Access Night June
Juneteenth Celebration
Jun 16
Juneteenth Celebration

A day to come together, to learn, to share, and to uplift.

Power of Invention June
Jun 17
Power of Invention June

Put on your thinking cap and get ready to create!

Galactic Voyage June
Jun 24
Galactic Voyage June

Venture into a Campology session that is out-of-this-world!

 
 
 

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 museum news

 
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Tennessee STEAM Festival T-Shirt Contest
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Supporting the people of Ukraine
Supporting the people of Ukraine

Discovery Center embraces the message of the global science engagement community supporting the people of Ukraine. Please read the full statement from the Association of Science and Technology Centers.

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Science Alliance of Tennessee Receives IMLS Grant
Science Alliance of Tennessee Receives IMLS Grant

Tennessee science and children’s museums are set to receive more than $1 million in grant funding from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), announced the Science Alliance of Tennessee, a consortium of six non-profit science museums across the state.

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