Chartered in 1986 as Children’s Museum Corporation of Rutherford County, the Discovery Center provides hands-on education opportunities for the community. An extensive grassroots campaign orchestrated by young parents led to purchasing a building and creating exhibits and programs. During its first year of operation, over 11,000 visitors came to experience the museum’s exhibits and programs. Now, 30 years after its inception, the Discovery Center serves as a vibrant community and tourism center with over 120,000 children and families exploring the exhibits each year.
The Discovery Center is now open Wednesday – Saturday from 9:30am to 3:30pm (As of April 2021).
The Discovery Center is closed on Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. They close at 2pm on New Year’s Eve. Please check the calendar for special events and programs that may affect operating hours.
The Discovery Center re-opened to the public July 1 with special safety procedures and entry requirements for visitors to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.
The children’s museum has implemented new policies and procedures based on guidance from the CDC and state and local health officials. Complete details are available at www.explorethedc.org/reopening.
Apr 17 - Apr 18, 2021
Apr 17 - Apr 18, 2021
Apr 24, 2021
May 05 - May 06, 2021
May 08, 2021
May 07 - May 09, 2021
May 14 - May 15, 2021
May 15, 2021
May 17 - May 18, 2021
May 29 - Jun 19, 2021