Programs & Events
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!
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Calendar of Events
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2 events,
The Music in Me
The Music in Me
Sing it loud, sing it proud! Join us in a special music time that will bring the love of music into your hearts.
Included with Museum Entry
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
It's time for a multi-media scientific exploration of color! Mix primary colors to discover the necessary color combinations needed to make specific secondary colors.
Included with Museum Admission
1 event,
The Music in Me
The Music in Me
Sing it loud, sing it proud! Join us in a special music time that will bring the love of music into your hearts.
Included with Museum Entry
4 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Included with Museum Admission
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Included with Museum Entry
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
It's time for a multi-media scientific exploration of color! Mix primary colors to discover the necessary color combinations needed to make specific secondary colors.
Included with Museum Admission
Tone Color Play
Tone Color Play
Color, sound, and technology combine as you play with devices that can make different instrument sounds. Jam with DJ Wavey Jones and add your own instrumental song to our kid... Read more »
Included with Museum Entry
5 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Included with Museum Admission
Member-Only Hour
Member-Only Hour
Port Discovery members are invited to enjoy museum access one-hour before we open to the general public!
Members Only
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Included with Museum Entry
Planetarium Imaginarium with Winston Cristo
Planetarium Imaginarium with Winston Cristo
The Gentleman Adventurer Winston Cristo presents: Journey to the Stars: Imaginarium Planetarium! An interactive, time-traveling adventure through the cosmos. Learn all about the mythology of some of our galaxies most... Read more »
Included with Museum Entry
4 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Included with Museum Admission
Member-Only Hour
Member-Only Hour
Port Discovery members are invited to enjoy museum access one-hour before we open to the general public!
Members Only
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Included with Museum Entry
Rowan the Fairy
Rowan the Fairy
Create a forest charm with Rowan the Fairy! Using the "berries" from Rowan, some twine, a tiny fairy jar can create a variety of perfect gifts to give to others.... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
4 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Included with Museum Admission
The Music in Me
The Music in Me
Sing it loud, sing it proud! Join us in a special music time that will bring the love of music into your hearts.
Included with Museum Entry
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
It's time for a multi-media scientific exploration of color! Mix primary colors to discover the necessary color combinations needed to make specific secondary colors.
Included with Museum Admission
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
It's time for a multi-media scientific exploration of color! Mix primary colors to discover the necessary color combinations needed to make specific secondary colors.
Included with Museum Admission
2 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Included with Museum Admission
The Music in Me
The Music in Me
Sing it loud, sing it proud! Join us in a special music time that will bring the love of music into your hearts.
Included with Museum Entry
4 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Included with Museum Admission
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Included with Museum Entry
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
It's time for a multi-media scientific exploration of color! Mix primary colors to discover the necessary color combinations needed to make specific secondary colors.
Included with Museum Admission
Tone Color Play
Tone Color Play
Color, sound, and technology combine as you play with devices that can make different instrument sounds. Jam with DJ Wavey Jones and add your own instrumental song to our kid... Read more »
Included with Museum Entry
5 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Included with Museum Admission
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Included with Museum Entry
Planetarium Imaginarium with Winston Cristo
Planetarium Imaginarium with Winston Cristo
The Gentleman Adventurer Winston Cristo presents: Journey to the Stars: Imaginarium Planetarium! An interactive, time-traveling adventure through the cosmos. Learn all about the mythology of some of our galaxies most... Read more »
Included with Museum Entry
Sand-tastic Voyages
Sand-tastic Voyages
Sand art is an artform that has been seen throughout history and many different cultures. This hands-on workshop would allow children and their adults to engage in sand painting techniques.... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
4 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Included with Museum Admission
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Included with Museum Entry
Tales from Time Travelers Society
Tales from Time Travelers Society
Renowned time traveler Thomas Tremain Sawyer presents Tales from the Time Traveler Society. Join Thomas in the Playhouse and participate in the story as we act out the many legends... Read more »
Included with Museum Entry
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
It's time for a multi-media scientific exploration of color! Mix primary colors to discover the necessary color combinations needed to make specific secondary colors.
Included with Museum Admission
3 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Included with Museum Admission
The Music in Me
The Music in Me
Sing it loud, sing it proud! Join us in a special music time that will bring the love of music into your hearts.
Included with Museum Entry
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
It's time for a multi-media scientific exploration of color! Mix primary colors to discover the necessary color combinations needed to make specific secondary colors.
Included with Museum Admission
2 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Included with Museum Admission
The Music in Me
The Music in Me
Sing it loud, sing it proud! Join us in a special music time that will bring the love of music into your hearts.
Included with Museum Entry
5 events,
$10 Community Day
Visit Port Discovery for just $10 per person and enjoy 3 floors of fun, plus special performances and activities from our education team!
Included with Museum Entry
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Included with Museum Admission
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Included with Museum Entry
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
It's time for a multi-media scientific exploration of color! Mix primary colors to discover the necessary color combinations needed to make specific secondary colors.
Included with Museum Admission
Tone Color Play
Tone Color Play
Color, sound, and technology combine as you play with devices that can make different instrument sounds. Jam with DJ Wavey Jones and add your own instrumental song to our kid... Read more »
Included with Museum Entry
3 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Included with Museum Admission
Winnie the Pooh : Shadow Storytime
Winnie the Pooh : Shadow Storytime
Watch and listen to stories from A.A. Milne’s classic book told through the art of shadow puppetry. Afterwards, test out the puppet techniques and create your own original tale featuring... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Teddy Talks
Teddy Talks
BearTube sensation Ted “Theodore” Bearson presents Teddy Talks! This informative presentation will feature puppets, slideshows, and morale boosting lessons good for little and big kids alike.
Included with Museum Entry
5 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Included with Museum Admission
Sensory Friendly Morning
Sensory Friendly Morning
Port Discovery’s Sensory Friendly Mornings provide Museum access to families who would benefit from a sensory friendly experience and quieter setting at Port Discovery two hours before opening to the... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Winnie the Pooh : Shadow Storytime
Winnie the Pooh : Shadow Storytime
Watch and listen to stories from A.A. Milne’s classic book told through the art of shadow puppetry. Afterwards, test out the puppet techniques and create your own original tale featuring... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Theater Discovery: Blacklight Puppetry
Theater Discovery: Blacklight Puppetry
Stop inside our Playhouse exhibit for short, interactive activities where you can explore the intersection of science and theatre art as you experiment with various materials and techniques behind this... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
3 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Included with Museum Admission
The Music in Me
The Music in Me
Sing it loud, sing it proud! Join us in a special music time that will bring the love of music into your hearts.
Included with Museum Entry
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
It's time for a multi-media scientific exploration of color! Mix primary colors to discover the necessary color combinations needed to make specific secondary colors.
Included with Museum Admission
2 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Included with Museum Admission
The Music in Me
The Music in Me
Sing it loud, sing it proud! Join us in a special music time that will bring the love of music into your hearts.
Included with Museum Entry
4 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Included with Museum Admission
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Included with Museum Entry
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
It's time for a multi-media scientific exploration of color! Mix primary colors to discover the necessary color combinations needed to make specific secondary colors.
Included with Museum Admission
Tone Color Play
Tone Color Play
Color, sound, and technology combine as you play with devices that can make different instrument sounds. Jam with DJ Wavey Jones and add your own instrumental song to our kid... Read more »
Included with Museum Entry
5 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Included with Museum Admission
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Included with Museum Entry
Planetarium Imaginarium with Winston Cristo
Planetarium Imaginarium with Winston Cristo
The Gentleman Adventurer Winston Cristo presents: Journey to the Stars: Imaginarium Planetarium! An interactive, time-traveling adventure through the cosmos. Learn all about the mythology of some of our galaxies most... Read more »
Included with Museum Entry
Sand-tastic Voyages
Sand-tastic Voyages
Sand art is an artform that has been seen throughout history and many different cultures. This hands-on workshop would allow children and their adults to engage in sand painting techniques.... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
4 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Included with Museum Admission
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Included with Museum Entry
Drumming Them Drums
Drumming Them Drums
Join Port Discovery’s our Education team in a drum circle experience! Use one of our loaner drums and learn how African drumming has been used for communication.
Included with Museum Entry
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
It's time for a multi-media scientific exploration of color! Mix primary colors to discover the necessary color combinations needed to make specific secondary colors.
Included with Museum Admission
2 events,
Spring Break
Make this spring break one that you’ll never forget! Visit Port Discovery to enjoy spring-themed performances, art projects, stories and hands-on experiences that’ll be sure to bring some cheer and... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Included with Museum Entry
2 events,
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Included with Museum Entry
4 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Included with Museum Admission
The Music in Me
The Music in Me
Sing it loud, sing it proud! Join us in a special music time that will bring the love of music into your hearts.
Included with Museum Entry
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
It's time for a multi-media scientific exploration of color! Mix primary colors to discover the necessary color combinations needed to make specific secondary colors.
Included with Museum Admission
4 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Included with Museum Admission
The Music in Me
The Music in Me
Sing it loud, sing it proud! Join us in a special music time that will bring the love of music into your hearts.
Included with Museum Entry
Rowan the Fairy
Rowan the Fairy
Create a forest charm with Rowan the Fairy! Using the "berries" from Rowan, some twine, a tiny fairy jar can create a variety of perfect gifts to give to others.... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
6 events,
Eggsploration
Visit the museum for eggtastic hands-on activities and games all about eggs! Decorate in the studio and participate in educational activities that all everyone can enjoy.
Included with Museum Admission
Egg Hunt
Bring your own egg carton and search for eggs around Port Discovery. While supplies (eggs) last.
Included with Museum Admission
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Included with Museum Admission
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Included with Museum Entry
Tone Color Play
Tone Color Play
Color, sound, and technology combine as you play with devices that can make different instrument sounds. Jam with DJ Wavey Jones and add your own instrumental song to our kid... Read more »
Included with Museum Entry
5 events,
Eggsploration
Visit the museum for eggtastic hands-on activities and games all about eggs! Decorate in the studio and participate in educational activities that all everyone can enjoy.
Included with Museum Admission
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Included with Museum Admission
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Included with Museum Entry
Sand-tastic Voyages
Sand-tastic Voyages
Sand art is an artform that has been seen throughout history and many different cultures. This hands-on workshop would allow children and their adults to engage in sand painting techniques.... Read more »
Included with Museum Admission
4 events,
Eggsploration
Visit the museum for eggtastic hands-on activities and games all about eggs! Decorate in the studio and participate in educational activities that all everyone can enjoy.
Included with Museum Admission
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Included with Museum Admission
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Included with Museum Entry
Calendar of Events
M Mon
T Tue
W Wed
T Thu
F Fri
S Sat
S Sun
2 events,
The Music in Me
The Music in Me
Sing it loud, sing it proud! Join us in a special music time that will bring the love of music into your hearts.
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
It's time for a multi-media scientific exploration of color! Mix primary colors to discover the necessary color combinations needed to make specific secondary colors.
1 event,
The Music in Me
The Music in Me
Sing it loud, sing it proud! Join us in a special music time that will bring the love of music into your hearts.
4 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
It's time for a multi-media scientific exploration of color! Mix primary colors to discover the necessary color combinations needed to make specific secondary colors.
Tone Color Play
Tone Color Play
Color, sound, and technology combine as you play with devices that can make different instrument sounds. Jam with DJ Wavey Jones and add your own instrumental song to our kid... Read more »
5 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Member-Only Hour
Member-Only Hour
Port Discovery members are invited to enjoy museum access one-hour before we open to the general public!
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Planetarium Imaginarium with Winston Cristo
Planetarium Imaginarium with Winston Cristo
The Gentleman Adventurer Winston Cristo presents: Journey to the Stars: Imaginarium Planetarium! An interactive, time-traveling adventure through the cosmos. Learn all about the mythology of some of our galaxies most... Read more »
4 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Member-Only Hour
Member-Only Hour
Port Discovery members are invited to enjoy museum access one-hour before we open to the general public!
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Rowan the Fairy
Rowan the Fairy
Create a forest charm with Rowan the Fairy! Using the "berries" from Rowan, some twine, a tiny fairy jar can create a variety of perfect gifts to give to others.... Read more »
4 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
The Music in Me
The Music in Me
Sing it loud, sing it proud! Join us in a special music time that will bring the love of music into your hearts.
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
It's time for a multi-media scientific exploration of color! Mix primary colors to discover the necessary color combinations needed to make specific secondary colors.
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
It's time for a multi-media scientific exploration of color! Mix primary colors to discover the necessary color combinations needed to make specific secondary colors.
2 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
The Music in Me
The Music in Me
Sing it loud, sing it proud! Join us in a special music time that will bring the love of music into your hearts.
4 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
It's time for a multi-media scientific exploration of color! Mix primary colors to discover the necessary color combinations needed to make specific secondary colors.
Tone Color Play
Tone Color Play
Color, sound, and technology combine as you play with devices that can make different instrument sounds. Jam with DJ Wavey Jones and add your own instrumental song to our kid... Read more »
5 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Planetarium Imaginarium with Winston Cristo
Planetarium Imaginarium with Winston Cristo
The Gentleman Adventurer Winston Cristo presents: Journey to the Stars: Imaginarium Planetarium! An interactive, time-traveling adventure through the cosmos. Learn all about the mythology of some of our galaxies most... Read more »
Sand-tastic Voyages
Sand-tastic Voyages
Sand art is an artform that has been seen throughout history and many different cultures. This hands-on workshop would allow children and their adults to engage in sand painting techniques.... Read more »
4 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Tales from Time Travelers Society
Tales from Time Travelers Society
Renowned time traveler Thomas Tremain Sawyer presents Tales from the Time Traveler Society. Join Thomas in the Playhouse and participate in the story as we act out the many legends... Read more »
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
It's time for a multi-media scientific exploration of color! Mix primary colors to discover the necessary color combinations needed to make specific secondary colors.
3 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
The Music in Me
The Music in Me
Sing it loud, sing it proud! Join us in a special music time that will bring the love of music into your hearts.
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
It's time for a multi-media scientific exploration of color! Mix primary colors to discover the necessary color combinations needed to make specific secondary colors.
2 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
The Music in Me
The Music in Me
Sing it loud, sing it proud! Join us in a special music time that will bring the love of music into your hearts.
5 events,
$10 Community Day
Visit Port Discovery for just $10 per person and enjoy 3 floors of fun, plus special performances and activities from our education team!
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
It's time for a multi-media scientific exploration of color! Mix primary colors to discover the necessary color combinations needed to make specific secondary colors.
Tone Color Play
Tone Color Play
Color, sound, and technology combine as you play with devices that can make different instrument sounds. Jam with DJ Wavey Jones and add your own instrumental song to our kid... Read more »
3 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Winnie the Pooh : Shadow Storytime
Winnie the Pooh : Shadow Storytime
Watch and listen to stories from A.A. Milne’s classic book told through the art of shadow puppetry. Afterwards, test out the puppet techniques and create your own original tale featuring... Read more »
Teddy Talks
Teddy Talks
BearTube sensation Ted “Theodore” Bearson presents Teddy Talks! This informative presentation will feature puppets, slideshows, and morale boosting lessons good for little and big kids alike.
5 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Sensory Friendly Morning
Sensory Friendly Morning
Port Discovery’s Sensory Friendly Mornings provide Museum access to families who would benefit from a sensory friendly experience and quieter setting at Port Discovery two hours before opening to the... Read more »
Winnie the Pooh : Shadow Storytime
Winnie the Pooh : Shadow Storytime
Watch and listen to stories from A.A. Milne’s classic book told through the art of shadow puppetry. Afterwards, test out the puppet techniques and create your own original tale featuring... Read more »
Theater Discovery: Blacklight Puppetry
Theater Discovery: Blacklight Puppetry
Stop inside our Playhouse exhibit for short, interactive activities where you can explore the intersection of science and theatre art as you experiment with various materials and techniques behind this... Read more »
3 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
The Music in Me
The Music in Me
Sing it loud, sing it proud! Join us in a special music time that will bring the love of music into your hearts.
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
It's time for a multi-media scientific exploration of color! Mix primary colors to discover the necessary color combinations needed to make specific secondary colors.
2 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
The Music in Me
The Music in Me
Sing it loud, sing it proud! Join us in a special music time that will bring the love of music into your hearts.
4 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
It's time for a multi-media scientific exploration of color! Mix primary colors to discover the necessary color combinations needed to make specific secondary colors.
Tone Color Play
Tone Color Play
Color, sound, and technology combine as you play with devices that can make different instrument sounds. Jam with DJ Wavey Jones and add your own instrumental song to our kid... Read more »
5 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Planetarium Imaginarium with Winston Cristo
Planetarium Imaginarium with Winston Cristo
The Gentleman Adventurer Winston Cristo presents: Journey to the Stars: Imaginarium Planetarium! An interactive, time-traveling adventure through the cosmos. Learn all about the mythology of some of our galaxies most... Read more »
Sand-tastic Voyages
Sand-tastic Voyages
Sand art is an artform that has been seen throughout history and many different cultures. This hands-on workshop would allow children and their adults to engage in sand painting techniques.... Read more »
4 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Drumming Them Drums
Drumming Them Drums
Join Port Discovery’s our Education team in a drum circle experience! Use one of our loaner drums and learn how African drumming has been used for communication.
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
It's time for a multi-media scientific exploration of color! Mix primary colors to discover the necessary color combinations needed to make specific secondary colors.
2 events,
Spring Break
Make this spring break one that you’ll never forget! Visit Port Discovery to enjoy spring-themed performances, art projects, stories and hands-on experiences that’ll be sure to bring some cheer and... Read more »
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
2 events,
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
4 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
The Music in Me
The Music in Me
Sing it loud, sing it proud! Join us in a special music time that will bring the love of music into your hearts.
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
Discovery Cart: Color Mixing
It's time for a multi-media scientific exploration of color! Mix primary colors to discover the necessary color combinations needed to make specific secondary colors.
4 events,
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
The Music in Me
The Music in Me
Sing it loud, sing it proud! Join us in a special music time that will bring the love of music into your hearts.
Rowan the Fairy
Rowan the Fairy
Create a forest charm with Rowan the Fairy! Using the "berries" from Rowan, some twine, a tiny fairy jar can create a variety of perfect gifts to give to others.... Read more »
6 events,
Eggsploration
Visit the museum for eggtastic hands-on activities and games all about eggs! Decorate in the studio and participate in educational activities that all everyone can enjoy.
Egg Hunt
Bring your own egg carton and search for eggs around Port Discovery. While supplies (eggs) last.
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Tone Color Play
Tone Color Play
Color, sound, and technology combine as you play with devices that can make different instrument sounds. Jam with DJ Wavey Jones and add your own instrumental song to our kid... Read more »
5 events,
Eggsploration
Visit the museum for eggtastic hands-on activities and games all about eggs! Decorate in the studio and participate in educational activities that all everyone can enjoy.
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
Sand-tastic Voyages
Sand-tastic Voyages
Sand art is an artform that has been seen throughout history and many different cultures. This hands-on workshop would allow children and their adults to engage in sand painting techniques.... Read more »
4 events,
Eggsploration
Visit the museum for eggtastic hands-on activities and games all about eggs! Decorate in the studio and participate in educational activities that all everyone can enjoy.
Chessie Collages
Decorate our resident underwater friend, Chessie, in a hands-on mixed media activity where you can color in and glue different materials onto paper.
Discovery Tales
Discovery Tales
Look, listen and sing! Gather 'round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.
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.
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.
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.
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!