Open 10 am to 4 pm every day, Feb. 16 - 24. Stop by for a variety of investigation stations all week at the front entrance to the center, on how wildlife adapt to winter —mammals, insects, birds, … [Read more...] about Special Open Hours for School Vacation Week!
Events Archive
This is a collection of events that were offered at the Discovery Center from 2013 to 2022, before the launch of our new website.
Get in Touch with Winter, and Not Get (too) Cold
Just like us, other animals have lots of ways to live during winter. What is hibernation and which animals do this? See and feel how wildlife copes with cold, snow, and wind. Meet DCR’s … [Read more...] about Get in Touch with Winter, and Not Get (too) Cold
Discovering Trees
Trees are all around us; they shade us on our walks, they hold up birds’ nests in their branches, they pop with color in the springtime, they inspire our creativity and wonder. But sometimes we forget … [Read more...] about Discovering Trees
Half Day Discovery Day: Winter Survival
Half Day Discovery Day: Winter Survival Gill-Montague school students get a half day off. Why not discover something new? Join Olivia and Sam from the Student Conservation Association for a fun filled … [Read more...] about Half Day Discovery Day: Winter Survival
Art Presentation—Talking Cloth: Kangas from East Africa
An encore presentation in the Great Hall features a talk about the history and cultural context of kangas. This is also a kid friendly opportunity to try on kangas, and participate by imagining and … [Read more...] about Art Presentation—Talking Cloth: Kangas from East Africa
Investigation Station: Who Do You Love? Valentines for Wildlife
For all ages, stop by our Welcome Desk to make Valentines to give to the ones you love, keep for yourself, or give to your favorite wildlife biologist— all in honor of your favorite animal. … [Read more...] about Investigation Station: Who Do You Love? Valentines for Wildlife