Summer Programs

Summer Discovery Lab and Summer Scientists

Spend your summer at The Discovery Museums.  We are  now accepting applications for Summer Programs 2010.  Registrations are processed on a first-come, first-served basis.  Download the brochure and application

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FOR YOUNGER CHILDREN
Summer Discovery Lab (4-6 years of age)

  •  The Wonders of Dinosaurs NEW!  Activities inspired by our beloved mascot Bessie! Explore the work of paleontologists as you examine real fossils, discover the habitats and lifestyles of dinosaurs, and excavate a mock dig site. Many more investigations make these extinct animals accessible for young scientists.
  • Extended Day Program NEW!  Ideal for children with a sibling in Summer Scientists! Each afternoon, children participate in a variety of free-play activities, including outdoor adventures, museum visits, games, and arts and crafts projects.

 Additional Programs

  • The Wonders of Water  Splash right into hands-on activities that explore the science of water. Engineer waterways, construct a wooden boat, trek to the local pond, plus many more exciting adventures that provide a multi-disciplinary approach to investigating the properties and uses of water.
  • The Wonders of Nature  Let nature inspire your imagination! Build habitats based on models engineered by animals living on our grounds, excavate real fossils, create a piece of paper from a papyrus plant, plus many more activities inspired by the natural world.

 For more information on the Summer Discovery Lab, please call 978.264.4200 Ext. 28

FOR OLDER CHILDREN
Summer Scientists (entering Grades 2-5)

  • Toying Around with Science NEW!  Roll up your sleeves and get ready for some serious playtime with toys! Ever wonder what the inside of a Magic 8 Ball® looks like? Or how to wire your own Operations® Game board? Maybe you would like to design a human spinning top or mix up a batch of the best slippery slime?  This year's Summer Scientists will investigate the world of toys.  Invent, create, dissect, rebuild, and PLAY with toys! Our days will be full of toy adventures.  Every inventor, tinkerer, and scientist needs variety for inspiration so we will be sure to make time to explore the natural world and our own Museum exhibits too.  We will also engage in imaginative art projects, read a variety of stories and play some awesome games.  Don't miss this opportunity to have a blast while meeting new friends and becoming a Toy Scientist!  See you in the toy shop!

For more information on the Summer Scientists, please call 978.264.4200 Ext. 18