Discovery Center at Murfree Spring

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.

Exhibits
Animals
Parties and Celebrations
Interactive activities, classes and so much more!

LOCATION

Discovery Center at Murfree Spring

502 South East Broad Street, Murfreesboro, TN 37130

ALBUQUERQUE LITTLE THEATRE

FOOD

Cheese Coffee Caf Downtown
Liu Chinese Fast Food
Vinaigrette
Garcias Kitchen The Original
Route 66 Malt Shop
Bottger Mansion of Old Town

Accommodation

Bottger Mansion of Old Town
Liu Chinese Fast Food

Drink

Bottger Mansion of Old Town
Liu Chinese
Vinaigrette

Accessibility Information

- Wheelchair Access

Accessibility

PARKING INFO

On-site parking is available with several handicapped spaces available in the first row closest to our main entrance. Parking is free and on a first-come, first served basis.

PUBLIC HOURS

Monday through Saturday 10am–5pm and Sunday 1pm–5pm
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.

PUBLIC ADMISSION FEES

$8/Adults & Children; Free Admission/Children under two are FREE! Members receive free admission.

Holiday Open House

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Dec 12, 2020

Shake, Rattle, & Roll

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Oct 22 - Dec 17, 2020

STEAM Ahead!

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Oct 22 - Dec 17, 2020

Winter Campology: Animal Companions

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Dec 21 - Dec 23, 2020

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Mind-blowing Matinee

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Mar 5, 2019 - Dec 28, 2020

Thanksgiving Break Campology: Beep-Boop Bot Basics

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Nov 25 - Nov 27, 2020

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Turkey Day

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Nov 27, 2020

Homeschool and Distance Learning Pod Field Trip Thursdays

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Sep 17 - Nov 12, 2020

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Outdoor SPARK!

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Sep 23 - Nov 11, 2020

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Great Pumpkin Festival

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Oct 29, 2020

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COVID-19 UPDATES & INFORMATION

Our Response to COVID-19:

The Discovery Center re-opened to the 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.