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Discovery Museum and Planetarium

Discovery Museum and Planetarium
4450 Park Avenue
203-372-3521

About Us:

The Discovery Museum, Inc. is an independent 501(c)3 organization operated by a Board of Trustees. It is not affiliated with any government entity.

The Discovery Museum and Planetarium's Mission is to educate, excite, and engage visitors in the exploration of science, technology, and ideas through interactive experiences that promote new insights. The Museum seeks to enhance public understanding of the science and technology by providing instructive experiences encouraging participant interaction with hands-on physical science exhibits, Planetarium programs, the Challenger Learning Center and various other educational programs. The Museum provides a broad range of educational programs in science and technology, as well as in the area where the two disciplines interact. We draw individuals and school children from across the Tri-State area. Last year over 68,000 young people enjoyed our many interactive exhibits and educational programs. The Museum is accredited by the American Association of Museums (AAM) and is a member of the Association of Science and Technology Centers (ASTC).


Recent News

The Adventure Park and Discovery Museum News - October 16, 2024

Halloween Fun Continues All Month Long Can You Spot Them All? Join us for a spooktacular Monster Eyeball Scavenger Hunt! Zip through the treetops and climb through creepy courses, all while searching for the wacky, wandering eyeballs of our…

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The Adventure Park and Discovery Museum News - August 21, 2024

Get Ready to Glow Crazy! This Saturday night, we’re throwing it back to the raddest decade ever with our totally tubular 80s Glow in the Park! Picture this: - Funky beats - Lights so colorful you might need shades - Legwarmers…

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The Adventure Park At The Discovery Museum News: Moms Climb Free on May 12 - Book Your Mother's Day BOGO

Show Mom She's Special! With Mother's Day fast approaching, it's time to think about spoiling mom. And what could be more delightful than an exhilarating treetop adventure? We're here to make it happen! Take advantage of our Mother's Day BOGO…

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Opening Day Alert - Our 2024 Season Starts Soon

Opening Day is March 29th! We're just a month away from another season of adventure! Get ready for high-flying fun and epic climbs – we can't wait to have you back in action. Explore our spring schedule, with extended hours in April for…

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Celebrate This Halloween Season At The Adventure Park

It's BOO-tiful in the Trees! Halloween's one of our favorite times of year. We love to decorate the Park, and you can't beat being in the trees for a spooktacular view of the changing leaves. You'll especially love our Halloween Glow in the…

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The Adventure Park At The Discovery Museum News - Extended Hours This Weekend

What's Going on This Weekend? It's a great time of year to visit us at the Park! The leaves are changing, the weather is cooling down and the adventure vibes are high. We've got a lot going on this long weekend, so pick your adventure and join…

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The Adventure Park At The Discovery Museum News - Long Weekends Are Made For Adventure

Send Off Summer with an Adventure! Summer might be winding down, but don't worry... we've got a long weekend of adventure in store for you this Labor Day: 3 pm - 9 pm Friday 10 am - 9 pm Saturday 10 am - 6 pm Sunday 10 am - 6 pm Monday Plan…

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The Adventure Park At The Discovery Museum Summer Beach Party In The Trees

Let's Get This Party Started! We’re bringing the beach to the trees. It’s a summer Beach Party Glow in the Park that you don’t want to miss. Celebrate the last weeks of summer with music, lights and ziplines! Book Now…

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The Adventure Park at the Discovery Museum News - August 2, 2023

Let's Rock and Roll! This Glow will Rock you! It’s a Rock Concert Glow in the Park that you shouldn’t miss. We’ll be ziplining and climbing to the best classic and modern rock for a concert vibe in the trees. Book Now …

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The Adventure Park at the Discovery Museum News - July 26, 2023

Celebrate Summer Nights with This Week's Glow in the Park Celebrate Summer Nights! The only thing better than summer nights, is our Summer Nights Glow in the Park! Bring your friends and family and join us Saturday for your favorite summer…

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The Adventure Park at the Discovery Museum News - July 19, 2023

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The Adventure Park at the Discovery Museum News - July 12, 2023

Lights, Music, Action! This week we bring you the most epic movie soundtracks with our Movie Themes Glow in the Park! It's a night of movie music to bring the glowing forest to life. Zipline, climb and enjoy your favorite movie classics…

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The Adventure Park at the Discovery Museum News - July 5, 2023

What's the 411 on the Weekend? We're keeping the 90s alive with our 90s Forever Glow in the Park! It's a night of your retro favorites and a nostalgic adventure in the trees. Booyah! Book Now Choosing Your Own Adventure Need a refresher on…

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Experience Summer Vibes This Long July 4th Weekend!

Spin and Win This Long Weekend! Spin to Win is back and everyone's a winner! Save up to 20% on your climb through Tuesday, July 4 when you play Spin to Win. Prizes include discounts on General Admission tickets, free ice cream or free…

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The Adventure Park At The Discovery Museum : Free Climbs For Dads This Father's Day

Dads Climb Free! What better way to bond with dad on Father's Day than an adventure in the trees! We make it easy to spend time with dad with our Father's Day BOGO! Buy one Father's Day BOGO 3-Hour ticket and get a free ticket for dad to climb…

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Extended Hours for Memorial Day Weekend Plan your Adventure!

Summer Starts Here! Memorial Weekend is coming up, signaling the unofficial start to summer! Join us at the Park this long weekend with extended hours: Friday 3 pm - 8 pm Saturday 9 am - 10 pm Sunday 10 am - 6 pm Monday 10 am - 6 pm Book…

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The Adventure Park at the Discovery Museum What's Up Week - May 17, 2023

Don't Miss Out on this Week's Events! There's something for everyone this week at the Park: Firepit Friday: What better way to relax after your climb than with a cozy campfire. Don't forget the s'mores! Movie Themes Glow in the Park: This…

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The Adventure Park at the Discovery Museum: Bring Mom to the Park this Sunday with Our Mother's Day BOGO!

Treat Mom to an Adventure! What's the plan for Mother's Day? Give your mom a memorable experience with the family and join us for an adventure in the trees! Plus, you'll get mom's ticket for free when you book A Mother's Day BOGO. To get the…

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Enter the Super Mom Giveaway for a Chance to Win a Family 4 Pack!

Celebrate Your Super Mom! We're celebrating all of the amazing moms by giving away TWO Family 4 Pack of tickets in our Super Mom Giveaway! To enter, go to our Facebook or Instagram post and tag your mom or a mom you look up to and tell us what…

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Discovery Museum and Planetarium : Opening Day is Friday! Save $10 on General Admission This Weekend

It's Go Time! The wait is over... we open for the season this Friday! Check out our March schedule and plan your adventure. Plus, we're celebrating the kick off of our 10th Anniversary season with a special offer! This weekend only, you…

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The Adventure Park At The Discovery Museum - Celebrate Our 10 Year Anniversary With $10 Off Opening Weekend

Get $10 Off for 10 Years! We're kicking off our 10th full season of operating in Fairfield County and we're celebrating with a special offer for you! Get $10 off General Admission tickets when you book between now and April 2. Use code DAP10 at…

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The Adventure Park : Win a Good 2 Glow Pack with our Holiday Elf Giveaway!

Enter our Holiday Elf Giveaway! Our elf Holly really wants to make sure she gets onto Santa’s Nice List this year so she’s giving away a Good 2 Glow Pack! Visit our Facebook or Instagram posts and tag a friend in the comments to…

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The Adventure Park : Our Sale Is Very On Sale! Save Up To 40% Through Monday

Get 40% Off with our Black Friday Deals It's the biggest savings of the season! 40% OFF the Squad 6 Pack - Save $164 40% OFF the Climb & Throw Combo - Save $137 Buy now... these deals zip away on Monday! Shop The Deals Climbing…

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