PRESCHOOL & AFTERSCHOOL

We offer preschool and pre-K programs for ages 3 – 4 and an afterschool program for ages 5-12.
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BIRTHDAY PARTIES & RENTALS

Celebrate a child's birthday in the Museum or a special milestone in the Story Garden!
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Exclusive Package for The Discovery Center's 40th Birthday

Become a VIP for The Discovery Center's momentous 40th Birthday celebration with our exclusive Birthday VIP Ticket Package!

For just $280, you will receive:

  • Two Tickets to Wine and Roses – Mingle with fellow supporters and raise a glass to 40 years of play at “An Evening of Wine and Roses” on Friday, July 19, 2024.
  • Two Tickets to our 40th Birthday Gala – Celebrate 40 years of love and laughter with friends of The Discovery Center on October 18, 2024.
  • Two 50/50 Raffle Tickets – Increase your chances of winning big in our annual raffle!

HALLOWEEN PHOTO CONTEST

This year, we're inviting families to share photos of your child(ren) in their Halloween costume(s)! While we have a special treat for everyone who participates, two lucky winners will be selected on Wednesday, October 26, 2022 to receive a 4-pack of tickets to Halloweeekend at Ross Park. We can't wait to see your photos!

Upcoming Events

Ho ho ho Holidays The Discovery Center

Ho! Ho! Ho! Holidays

10AM-2PM on Dec. 7

Hanukkah at The Discovery Center

Discover Hanukkah

1-3PM on Dec. 15

Gingerbread Village Grand Opening The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier

Free Admission Night

4-7PM on Dec. 20

Winter break at the Discovery Center

Winter Break Programming

11AM-1PM on Dec. 26-27

New Year's Eve Kids Extravaganza at The Discovery Center

NYE Extravaganza

10AM-2PM on Dec. 30

Winter break at the Discovery Center

Winter Break Programming

11AM-1PM on Jan. 2-3

Weekly Programs

Toddler Time at The Discovery Center

Toddler Time

10AM-12PM on Mondays

STEAM for little hands The Discovery Center

STEAM for Little Hands

10AM-12PM on Wednesdays

Latest News

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Pirate Ship Playground Now Open!

The Discovery Center is thrilled to announce the grand opening of Phase One of the Pirate Ship Playground, a significant expansion of the Story Garden. This exciting project provides a much-needed outdoor play space for the center’s

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Pirate Ship Playground Now Open!

The Discovery Center is thrilled to announce the grand opening of Phase One of the Pirate Ship Playground, a significant expansion of the Story Garden. This exciting project provides a much-needed outdoor play space for the center’s

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Happy Families Come to Play, Learn, and Explore at The Discovery Center!

The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier is committed to creating an environment that fosters the intellectual, physical and emotional well-being of children through education, participatory exhibits and programs. Offering a safe, engaging and happy atmosphere, The Discovery Center fosters play, sparks creative thinking, and builds self-esteem. Children explore, grow, and have fun in our Summer Camps, Preschool, Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK), Afterschool, and Extended Play Programs!

Dr. Brenda Myers

Executive Director's
Learning Corner

Dr. Brenda Myers shares ideas and tips for caregivers that align with The Discovery Center's mission to ensure all children have rich opportunities to learn through play.

November Learning Corner

Ways to Inspire Humble Curiosity

This month we are featuring an article from Greater Good Science Center written by Amy L. Eva. The full article and additional resources can be found here. Humility and curiosity can encourage students to be passionate

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The Discovery Center Read-A-Thon

The Discovery Center’s annual virtual Read-A-Thon is an important fundraiser used to help upgrade our indoor and outdoor exhibits – the special places where children can explore and families can build lasting memories. Each year we challenge members of our community to demonstrate their love of reading through a day of reading children’s books out loud.

Our 4th Annual Read-A-Thon was held in person on April 14 – 15, 2023. Stay tuned for 2024!

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Make Memories at The Southern Tier's Only Hands-on Children's Museum!

With over 40 interactive exhibits, our remarkable space was created for, with, and by children. We understand that play is an essential part of learning and exploration of the world leads children to self-discovery.

Children are free to touch, to laugh, to manipulate and to encounter in a happy and safe environment.

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By supporting The Discovery Center you help provide the critical funding necessary for programs, new exhibits, multicultural celebrations and staff training.