Discovery Place Science - Charlotte, NC

Location:

168 W. 6th Street

Charlotte, NC, 28202

United States

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Phone:

704.372.6261

Sensory-Friendly Hours - Discovery Place Science

At Discovery Place, we make science and hands-on learning accessible to everyone. That’s why we are hosting a special Sensory-Friendly Hours at Discovery Place Science! We’ve crafted these low-sensory hours for families with sensory sensitivities and special needs to enjoy the Museum’s hands-on exhibit spaces in a calmer and quieter environment. During your visit to the Museum, families can experience a sensory-friendly IMAX show or even check out sensory backpacks with noise-canceling headphone

Dates:

04/06/2025

Time:

9:30 am to 1:30 pm

Organization:

Location:

168 W. 6th Street

Charlotte, NC, 28202

United States

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Phone:

704.372.6261

Deep Sea Divers Camp > Rising Kindergartner

From the beach to the benthic trenches, the ocean is full of fascinating ecosystems and unique animals. Campers will dive deep into habitat investigations, adaptation analysis, and animal explorations.

Dates:

06/09/2025

07/07/2025

08/11/2025

Time:

9:00AM

Organization:

Location:

168 W. 6th Street

Charlotte, NC, 28202

United States

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Phone:

704.372.6261

Underwater Discoveries Camp > Rising 1 & 2 Graders

Campers will explore the hidden world below the waves and discover their inner marine biologist. From shipwrecks to sharks there is no shortage of mysteries to be solved and animals to meet in the depths of the ocean.

Dates:

06/16/2025

06/17/2025

06/18/2025

Time:

9:00AM

Organization:

Location:

168 W. 6th Street

Charlotte, NC, 28202

United States

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Phone:

704.372.6261

Junior Chemists Camp > Rising Kindergartner

There’s no better introduction to chemistry than getting messy in the science lab. Young scientists will conduct colorful and sticky experiments that bubble, fizz, and goo!

Dates:

06/16/2025

07/21/2025

Time:

9:00AM

Organization:

Location:

168 W. 6th Street

Charlotte, NC, 28202

United States

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Phone:

704.372.6261

Girls in STEM Camp > Rising 1 & 2 Graders

Ignite a passion for STEM in this girls-only camp featuring hands-on activities in space, chemistry, engineering, digital fabrication, and more. Solve real-world challenges in a fun, collaborative environment!

Dates:

06/16/2025

06/17/2025

06/18/2025

Time:

9:00AM

Organization:

Location:

168 W. 6th Street

Charlotte, NC, 28202

United States

See map: Google Maps

Phone:

704.372.6261

Astronaut Academy Camp > Rising 3 & 4 Graders

Wondering if you have what it takes to explore the universe? Campers will learn about outer space and train to become an astronaut through engaging experiments and design challenges.

Dates:

06/16/2025

06/17/2025

06/18/2025

Time:

9:00AM

Organization:

Location:

168 W. 6th Street

Charlotte, NC, 28202

United States

See map: Google Maps

Phone:

704.372.6261

Tech Trailblazers Camp > Rising 5 & 6 Graders

An exciting journey into technology and creativity. Campers will build computer and coding skills, with and without using screens, as they work together to create games, design websites, try out different coding languages and program robots.

Dates:

06/23/2025

06/24/2025

06/25/2025

Time:

9:00AM

Organization:

Location:

168 W. 6th Street

Charlotte, NC, 28202

United States

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Phone:

704.372.6261

Planet Pioneers Camp > Rising 1 & 2 Graders

Set your sights on the planets! Use astronomy tools and skills to explore the planets and moons in our solar system and discover planets orbiting other stars. What can these distant planets teach us about Earth?

Dates:

06/23/2025

06/24/2025

06/25/2025

Time:

9:00AM

Organization:

Location:

168 W. 6th Street

Charlotte, NC, 28202

United States

See map: Google Maps

Phone:

704.372.6261

Captivating Chemistry Camp > Rising 3 & 4 Graders

Chemistry is cool! Campers will unleash their creativity while conducting exciting experiments, carrying out reactions that change color, create bubbles, and glow!

Dates:

06/23/2025

06/24/2025

06/25/2025

Time:

9:00AM

Organization:

Location:

168 W. 6th Street

Charlotte, NC, 28202

United States

See map: Google Maps

Phone:

704.372.6261

Blast Off Camp > Rising Kindergartner

Journey into the wonders of outer space! From blast off to splash down, campers will explore stars, moons, and planets as they immerse themselves in the final frontier.

Dates:

06/23/2025

06/24/2025

06/25/2025

Time:

9:00AM

Organization:

Location:

168 W. 6th Street

Charlotte, NC, 28202

United States

See map: Google Maps

Phone:

704.372.6261

Think It Make It Take It Camp > Rising 3 & 4 Graders

Campers think outside-the-box in this interactive camp that's a unique introduction to the world of making. Imaginations will soar as young thinkers design, build, test, and share their ideas working through a series of design challenges.

Dates:

06/30/2025

07/01/2025

07/02/2025

Time:

9:00AM

Organization:

Location:

168 W. 6th Street

Charlotte, NC, 28202

United States

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Phone:

704.372.6261

Animal Adventures Camp > Rising Kindergartner

Our planet is home to so many incredible creatures! Future zoologists will meet Animal Ambassadors and learn about the unique characteristics, life cycles, and senses of amazing animals from around the world.

Dates:

06/30/2025

07/01/2025

07/02/2025

Time:

9:00AM

Organization:

Location:

168 W. 6th Street

Charlotte, NC, 28202

United States

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Phone:

704.372.6261

Exploring Earth Camp > Rising 3 & 4 Graders

Discover the amazing science found right here on Earth— and underneath it, too. Explore some of the Earth’s most fascinating features and learn about the life that calls it home.

Dates:

07/07/2025

07/08/2025

07/09/2025

Time:

9:00AM

Organization:

Location:

168 W. 6th Street

Charlotte, NC, 28202

United States

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Phone:

704.372.6261

Engineering Extravaganza Camp > Rising 1 & 2 Graders

Using the engineering design process as a roadmap to success, campers will plan and build a city from the ground up as they utilize different branches of engineering. Campers will tinker with LEGO bricks as they learn how engineers make a difference in the world and work together to tackle real world challenges.

Dates:

07/07/2025

07/08/2025

07/09/2025

Time:

9:00AM

Organization:

Location:

168 W. 6th Street

Charlotte, NC, 28202

United States

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Phone:

704.372.6261

Tiny Tinkering Camp > Rising Kindergartner

Mini makers, unite! As they take things apart, put things together, build with LEGO bricks and design new creations, campers will explore the questions: What can I do with this? How does that work? And why did that happen?

Dates:

07/14/2025

07/15/2025

07/16/2025

Time:

9:00AM

Organization:

Location:

168 W. 6th Street

Charlotte, NC, 28202

United States

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Phone:

704.372.6261

Age of the Dinosaurs Camp > Rising 1 & 2 Graders

Travel back in time to the age of the dinosaurs. Using their paleontology skills, campers will uncover dinosaurs from around the world, collect artifacts, study adaptations and curate an exhibition to showcase their discoveries.

Dates:

07/14/2025

07/15/2025

07/16/2025

Time:

9:00AM

Organization:

Location:

168 W. 6th Street

Charlotte, NC, 28202

United States

See map: Google Maps

Phone:

704.372.6261

Science Smorgasbord Camp > Rising 5 & 6 Graders

Campers will have the opportunity to experiment and build skills for the future in a smorgasbord of STEAMtastic experiences. Conduct science experiments, code robots, explore the mysteries of our galaxy, think like an engineer, and learn how art and design

Dates:

07/14/2025

07/15/2025

07/16/2025

Time:

9:00AM

Organization:

Location:

168 W. 6th Street

Charlotte, NC, 28202

United States

See map: Google Maps

Phone:

704.372.6261

Girls in STEM Camp > Rising 3 & 4 Graders

Dates:

08/04/2025

08/05/2025

08/06/2025

Time:

9:00AM