Make a splash while learning all about water in Wonders of Water!

Featuring a Stream Table, Bubble Hoop, Water Chimes, and a Plumbers Park area where you can build your own fountain, this exhibit encourages children to get their hands wet as they learn about cause and effect – and the many wonderful things that water can do!

Starting May 27th, Wonders of Water will be closed for cleaning early Monday afternoon at 3p.m. and Tuesday mornings until 12 p.m this summer. 

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Floor 3
  • toddlers & pre-k
  • ages 5-10
  • parents/caregivers
  • sensory friendly
  • mobility-friendly
A child and an adult playing together using ships and water in an interactive exhibit for children and families featuring water play
Children playing together in Port Discovery's Wonders of Water exhibit
Two children wearing blue rain coats playing with plastic tubes and water featured within Port Discovery's interactive Wonders of Water exhibit
Two children smiling and laughing as they use their hands to pop a giant bubble that surrounds their bodies
  • Splish-splash in stream tables.
  • Make channels, test what floats – and what sinks – and sail pretend ships.
  • Make life-sized bubbles (and pop them, too!) in a giant Bubble Hoop.
  • Create fountains and more in a Plumber’s Park.
  • Use water to create music.
  • Collaboration
  • Creativity
  • Critical Thinking
  • Gross Motor Skills
  • Problem Solving
  • Recommended for ages two and up.
  • Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate and get in on the fun!
  • Children will get wet in this exhibit. Please bring shoes for your child to use in the exhibit (shoes are required in all areas) and an extra change of clothes just in case.
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