Imagine, Explore & Play at Port Discovery
Captain an imaginative adventure on the giant S.S. Friendship. Play chef and serve up tasty treats in Tiny’s Diner. Paint, draw, and create in the Studio Workshop. Take a walk through Ancient Egypt. There’s a new adventure and imaginative world around every corner at Port Discovery. Explore our three floors of interactive, hands-on play areas below and get ready for a day full of play, adventure, and exploration that’s fun and educational for the whole family.
Open Play Areas
Brick City
Sky Climber
Chessie’s Grotto – Toddler play Area
Kick it Up!
BGE Art Cove
Royal Farms Convenience Store & Fill’er Up Station
The Playhouse at Port Discovery
Adventure Expeditions
Tot Trails
The Overlook
Blocktopia
The Port
Dockside Diner
Wonders Of Water
Galactic Builders
SKIES
Chessie’s Grotto – Toddler play Area
Tot Trails
Dockside Diner
SKIES
Chessie’s Grotto – Toddler play Area
Kick it Up!
BGE Art Cove
Royal Farms Convenience Store & Fill’er Up Station
The Playhouse at Port Discovery
Tot Trails
The Overlook
Blocktopia
The Port
Dockside Diner
Wonders Of Water
SKIES
Sky Climber
Kick it Up!
BGE Art Cove
Royal Farms Convenience Store & Fill’er Up Station
The Playhouse at Port Discovery
Adventure Expeditions
The Overlook
Blocktopia
The Port
Dockside Diner
Wonders Of Water
Galactic Builders
SKIES
Chessie’s Grotto – Toddler play Area
BGE Art Cove
Tot Trails
Blocktopia
The Port
Wonders Of Water
SKIES
Today At Port Discovery
In addition to open play sessions, Port Discovery also hosts scheduled programs and special events.
35 events found.
Events
Calendar of Events
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
5 events,
The museum is open Monday through Sunday from 10AM-5PM during Summer 2026. These hours may change as we enter the Summer season. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Beginning at 3PM on Monday, Wonders of Water will be closed for necessary sanitary cleaning until Tuesday at 1PM. Thank you for understanding and we apologize for any inconvenience.
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy. Due to scheduling, all programs are subject to... Read more »
Included with Museum Entry
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Explore through a hands-on sensory-friendly experience with fruits and vegetables to learn about where seeds come from, and take home a planting seed to begin your own home food garden.... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Challenge yourself to create a pyramid out of LEGO® bricks! Due to scheduling, all programs are subject to change or cancellations. Thank you for your understanding.
Included with Museum Admission
2 events,
The museum is open Monday through Sunday from 10AM-5PM during Summer 2026. These hours may change as we enter the Summer season. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
1 event,
The museum is open Monday through Sunday from 10AM-5PM during Summer 2026. These hours may change as we enter the Summer season. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
1 event,
The museum is open Monday through Sunday from 10AM-5PM during Summer 2026. These hours may change as we enter the Summer season. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
3 events,
The museum is open from 10AM-8PM on June 5, July 3, August 7, and September 4! These hours may change as we enter the Summer season. Thank you for your... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Inspired by the settings of your favorite folktales and fables, create your own imaginary world diorama from our buffet of supplies! Children and their families will be able to be... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Featuring three floors of interactive exhibits, hands-on experiences, and entertaining programs - Port Discovery Children's Museum is a space for adults and kids to collaborate, be brave, grow creativity, and... Read more »
$15
2 events,
The museum is open Monday through Sunday from 10AM-5PM during Summer 2026. These hours may change as we enter the Summer season. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
2 events,
The museum is open Monday through Sunday from 10AM-5PM during Summer 2026. These hours may change as we enter the Summer season. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
3 events,
The museum is open Monday through Sunday from 10AM-5PM during Summer 2026. These hours may change as we enter the Summer season. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Beginning at 3PM on Monday, Wonders of Water will be closed for necessary sanitary cleaning until Tuesday at 1PM. Thank you for understanding and we apologize for any inconvenience.
3 events,
The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
2 events,
The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
2 events,
The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
4 events,
The museum is open Friday through Saturday from 10AM-5PM during Fall 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon! Hours are... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Join us for a day of excitement, exploration, and learning, all by the way of play! Embark on a self-guided journey throughout the three floors of fun Port Discovery has... Read more »
$15
Join us for a day of excitement, exploration, and learning, all by the way of play! Embark on a self-guided journey throughout the three floors of fun Port Discovery has... Read more »
$15
2 events,
The museum is open Friday through Saturday from 10AM-5PM during Fall 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon! Hours are... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
2 events,
The museum is open Sunday from 11AM-5PM during Fall 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon! Hours are subject to... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
2 events,
The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
2 events,
The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
2 events,
The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
2 events,
The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
4 events,
The museum is open Friday through Saturday from 10AM-5PM during Fall 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon! Hours are... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Join us for a day of excitement, exploration, and learning, all by the way of play! Embark on a self-guided journey throughout the three floors of fun Port Discovery has... Read more »
$15
Join us for a day of excitement, exploration, and learning, all by the way of play! Embark on a self-guided journey throughout the three floors of fun Port Discovery has... Read more »
$15
2 events,
The museum is open Friday through Saturday from 10AM-5PM during Fall 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon! Hours are... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
2 events,
The museum is open Sunday from 11AM-5PM during Fall 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon! Hours are subject to... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
2 events,
The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
2 events,
The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
2 events,
The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
2 events,
The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
4 events,
The museum is open Friday through Saturday from 10AM-5PM during Fall 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon! Hours are... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Join us for a day of excitement, exploration, and learning, all by the way of play! Embark on a self-guided journey throughout the three floors of fun Port Discovery has... Read more »
$15
Join us for a day of excitement, exploration, and learning, all by the way of play! Embark on a self-guided journey throughout the three floors of fun Port Discovery has... Read more »
$15
2 events,
The museum is open Friday through Saturday from 10AM-5PM during Fall 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon! Hours are... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
2 events,
The museum is open Sunday from 11AM-5PM during Fall 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon! Hours are subject to... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
1 event,
The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
1 event,
The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
1 event,
The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
1 event,
The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
4 events,
The museum is open Friday through Saturday from 10AM-5PM during Fall 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon! Hours are... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
What's cooking in your kitchen? Illustrate your favorite ingredient and add it to our community stew! Children and their families will be able to be creative inside the Art Cove,... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Join us for a day of excitement, exploration, and learning, all by the way of play! Embark on a self-guided journey throughout the three floors of fun Port Discovery has... Read more »
$15
Join us for a day of excitement, exploration, and learning, all by the way of play! Embark on a self-guided journey throughout the three floors of fun Port Discovery has... Read more »
$15
3 events,
The museum is open Friday through Saturday from 10AM-5PM during Fall 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon! Hours are... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Port Discovery members are invited to enjoy exclusive museum access one hour before we open to the general public on the first weekend of each month! These hours are the... Read more »
Members Only
3 events,
The museum is open Sunday from 11AM-5PM during Fall 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon! Hours are subject to... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Port Discovery members are invited to enjoy exclusive museum access one hour before we open to the general public on the first weekend of each month! These hours are the... Read more »
Members Only
Events
Calendar of Events
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5 events,The museum is open Monday through Sunday from 10AM-5PM during Summer 2026. These hours may change as we enter the Summer season. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Beginning at 3PM on Monday, Wonders of Water will be closed for necessary sanitary cleaning until Tuesday at 1PM. Thank you for understanding and we apologize for any inconvenience. Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy. Due to scheduling, all programs are subject to... Read more »
Included with Museum Entry
-
Explore through a hands-on sensory-friendly experience with fruits and vegetables to learn about where seeds come from, and take home a planting seed to begin your own home food garden.... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Challenge yourself to create a pyramid out of LEGO® bricks! Due to scheduling, all programs are subject to change or cancellations. Thank you for your understanding.
Included with Museum Admission
|
2 events,The museum is open Monday through Sunday from 10AM-5PM during Summer 2026. These hours may change as we enter the Summer season. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
|
1 event,The museum is open Monday through Sunday from 10AM-5PM during Summer 2026. These hours may change as we enter the Summer season. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
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1 event,The museum is open Monday through Sunday from 10AM-5PM during Summer 2026. These hours may change as we enter the Summer season. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
|
3 events,The museum is open from 10AM-8PM on June 5, July 3, August 7, and September 4! These hours may change as we enter the Summer season. Thank you for your... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Inspired by the settings of your favorite folktales and fables, create your own imaginary world diorama from our buffet of supplies! Children and their families will be able to be... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Featuring three floors of interactive exhibits, hands-on experiences, and entertaining programs - Port Discovery Children's Museum is a space for adults and kids to collaborate, be brave, grow creativity, and... Read more »
$15
|
2 events,The museum is open Monday through Sunday from 10AM-5PM during Summer 2026. These hours may change as we enter the Summer season. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
|
2 events,The museum is open Monday through Sunday from 10AM-5PM during Summer 2026. These hours may change as we enter the Summer season. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
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3 events,The museum is open Monday through Sunday from 10AM-5PM during Summer 2026. These hours may change as we enter the Summer season. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Beginning at 3PM on Monday, Wonders of Water will be closed for necessary sanitary cleaning until Tuesday at 1PM. Thank you for understanding and we apologize for any inconvenience. |
3 events,The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
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2 events,The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
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2 events,The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
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4 events,The museum is open Friday through Saturday from 10AM-5PM during Fall 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon! Hours are... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Join us for a day of excitement, exploration, and learning, all by the way of play! Embark on a self-guided journey throughout the three floors of fun Port Discovery has... Read more »
$15
Join us for a day of excitement, exploration, and learning, all by the way of play! Embark on a self-guided journey throughout the three floors of fun Port Discovery has... Read more »
$15
|
2 events,The museum is open Friday through Saturday from 10AM-5PM during Fall 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon! Hours are... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
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2 events,The museum is open Sunday from 11AM-5PM during Fall 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon! Hours are subject to... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
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2 events,The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
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2 events,The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
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2 events,The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
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2 events,The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
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4 events,The museum is open Friday through Saturday from 10AM-5PM during Fall 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon! Hours are... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Join us for a day of excitement, exploration, and learning, all by the way of play! Embark on a self-guided journey throughout the three floors of fun Port Discovery has... Read more »
$15
Join us for a day of excitement, exploration, and learning, all by the way of play! Embark on a self-guided journey throughout the three floors of fun Port Discovery has... Read more »
$15
|
2 events,The museum is open Friday through Saturday from 10AM-5PM during Fall 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon! Hours are... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
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2 events,The museum is open Sunday from 11AM-5PM during Fall 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon! Hours are subject to... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
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2 events,The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
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2 events,The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
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2 events,The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
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2 events,The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
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4 events,The museum is open Friday through Saturday from 10AM-5PM during Fall 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon! Hours are... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Join us for a day of excitement, exploration, and learning, all by the way of play! Embark on a self-guided journey throughout the three floors of fun Port Discovery has... Read more »
$15
Join us for a day of excitement, exploration, and learning, all by the way of play! Embark on a self-guided journey throughout the three floors of fun Port Discovery has... Read more »
$15
|
2 events,The museum is open Friday through Saturday from 10AM-5PM during Fall 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon! Hours are... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
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2 events,The museum is open Sunday from 11AM-5PM during Fall 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon! Hours are subject to... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
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1 event,The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
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1 event,The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
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1 event,The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
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1 event,The museum is closed Monday through Thursday beginning September 8th, 2026 for September 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon!... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
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4 events,The museum is open Friday through Saturday from 10AM-5PM during Fall 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon! Hours are... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
What's cooking in your kitchen? Illustrate your favorite ingredient and add it to our community stew! Children and their families will be able to be creative inside the Art Cove,... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Join us for a day of excitement, exploration, and learning, all by the way of play! Embark on a self-guided journey throughout the three floors of fun Port Discovery has... Read more »
$15
Join us for a day of excitement, exploration, and learning, all by the way of play! Embark on a self-guided journey throughout the three floors of fun Port Discovery has... Read more »
$15
|
3 events,The museum is open Friday through Saturday from 10AM-5PM during Fall 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon! Hours are... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Port Discovery members are invited to enjoy exclusive museum access one hour before we open to the general public on the first weekend of each month! These hours are the... Read more »
Members Only
|
3 events,The museum is open Sunday from 11AM-5PM during Fall 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the museum soon! Hours are subject to... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Port Discovery members are invited to enjoy exclusive museum access one hour before we open to the general public on the first weekend of each month! These hours are the... Read more »
Members Only
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Exciting Programs & Events
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!
PLAN YOUR VISIT
Everything you need to know about visiting Port Discovery for the first time.
FAQs
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What are the best ages for the Museum?
Port Discovery is designed to be engaging, inspiring, educational and fun for children from birth to age 10 – and for their caregivers as well. Exhibits and experiences at the Museum are designed to help you and the children in your life bond, learn and play, and make memories together – so feel free to bring the whole family and make sure to get in on the fun while you are here. Explore our full list of exhibits and age recommendations here.
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Do I need to reserve tickets to attend the Museum?
Reserved/advance tickets are strongly recommended. Walk-ins are welcome, but walk-up and day-of tickets are limited and are not guaranteed. Please visit https://tickets.portdiscovery.org to purchase or reserve your tickets in advance of visiting. Choose the specific date that you’d like to visit. Fill out all necessary information and complete your ticket purchase or reservation.
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How do I purchase tickets?
Guests can either walk in and purchase tickets at the Museum or buy tickets online in advance. Advance tickets and reservations can be made online before your visit or in person. For additional information regarding Port Discovery ticket policies and for information to help you plan your visit, explore our Plan Your Visit webpage.
Port Discovery Children’s Museum student visits, exhibits, and programs are supported in part by the following partners.
