Choose Your Own Adventure at Port Discovery

Enjoy exciting, entertaining, and educational drop-in programs and special events that are fun for the whole family. Or explore three floors of open play areas. Check out what’s coming up at Port Discovery.

Today at Port Discovery

Musical story times. Silly comedy shows. Guest performances from authors, magicians, and more. Daily drop-in programs and fun special events are part of the playful learning experience at Port Discovery!

Calendar of Events

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CLOSED

Event Series

2 events,

1 event,

4 events,

Chessie Collages

Event Series

5 events,

Chessie Collages

Event Series

4 events,

Chessie Collages

Event Series

1 event,

1 event,

CLOSED

CLOSED

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4 events,

Chessie Collages

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2 events,

Chessie Collages

Event Series

4 events,

Chessie Collages

Event Series

5 events,

Chessie Collages

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Chessie Collages

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1 event,

1 event,

CLOSED

CLOSED

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3 events,

Chessie Collages

Event Series

2 events,

Chessie Collages

Event Series

5 events,

Chessie Collages

Event Series

3 events,

Chessie Collages

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Teddy Talks

5 events,

Chessie Collages

Event Series

1 event,

1 event,

CLOSED

CLOSED

Event Series

3 events,

Chessie Collages

Event Series

2 events,

Chessie Collages

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4 events,

Chessie Collages

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5 events,

Chessie Collages

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4 events,

Chessie Collages

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2 events,

Featured

Spring Break

2 events,

4 events,

Chessie Collages

Event Series

4 events,

Chessie Collages

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6 events,

Eggsploration

Eggsploration

Event Series

Egg Hunt

Egg Hunt

Event Series

Chessie Collages

Event Series

5 events,

Eggsploration

Eggsploration

Event Series

Chessie Collages

Event Series

4 events,

Eggsploration

Eggsploration

Event Series

Chessie Collages

Event Series
Featured Featured

Spring Break

Included with Museum Admission
Featured Featured

Spring Break

Included with Museum Admission
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Spring Break

Included with Museum Admission
Featured Featured

Spring Break

Included with Museum Admission
Featured Featured

Spring Break

Included with Museum Admission
Featured Featured

Spring Break

Included with Museum Admission
Featured Featured

Spring Break

Included with Museum Admission
Explore Port Discovery’s Program Offerings

Museum Programs & Special Events for Guests & Members

Musical story times. Silly comedy shows. Guest performances from authors, magicians, and more. Daily drop-in programs and fun special events are part of the playful learning experience at Port Discovery! Explore our upcoming in-Museum programs and events on our Events Calendar.

Tiny’s Diner

Discounted Admission Programs

Community Days, PlayMakers, & Military Discounts

Port Discovery Children’s Museum is committed to ensuring every child has access to powerful, purposeful play – and as part of that commitment, we offer several programs that provide discounted access opportunities to guests and community members.

The Overlook

Access, Inclusion & Sensory-Friendly Programs

Sensory-Friendly Mornings and Access & Inclusion Afternoons

The Museum strives to be an inclusive and accessible space that celebrates neurodiversity and welcomes people of all needs and abilities. We currently offer monthly Sensory Friendly Mornings, open to all guests and members, and weekly Access & Inclusion Afternoons open to groups serving children and families with disabilities, on the autism spectrum, and/or sensory processing disorders. Pre-registration is required.

The Oasis

Community & Caregiver Programs

Programs for Our Community, Parents, Caregivers & More!

Port Discovery is dedicated to being a resource and advocate for children, families, caregivers, educators, and the vibrant community we are part of. We provide a variety of resources, including programs for parents and caregivers, and love taking Port Discovery on the road to communities through events, festivals, and other opportunities.

Petite Port Adventures

Playgroup at Port Discovery!

Petite Port Adventures is a play group designed to welcome children and their grown-ups for three one-hour weekly sessions at Port Discovery. Come play with us and other families while we learn through stories, activities, crafts and our interactive exhibits!

Port Discovery Children’s Museum student visits, exhibits, and programs are supported in part by the following partners.

Institute of Museum and Library Services
Maryland Department of Education Logo
The Citizens of Baltimore County Logo
Howard County Government & Arts Council Logo