explore. imagine.

experiment

welcome

Welcome to San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum, a world of hands-on learning experiences that invite curiosity and spark a love of learning.

Small boy blowing on dandelion with sun graphic behind him
Small boy blowing on dandelion with sun graphic behind him

explore. imagine.

experiment

welcome

Welcome to San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum, a world of hands-on learning experiences that invite curiosity and spark a love of learning.

Small boy blowing on dandelion with sun graphic behind him

upcoming events

& programs

Jimbo’s Garden Workshop: Yogurt Parfaits

Enjoy a special garden workshop in the Trudy Bronner Discovery Garden with local, seasonal ingredients from  Jimbo's! Today's recipe: Yogurt Parfaits Pre-registration is not required. FREE with Museum Admission.

Fun Animal Friday: Turtles and Tortoises

Meet turtles and tortoises with EcoVivarium on Friday, October 25, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The event will include a live presentation, meet & greet*, storytime, special craft, and more! Pre-registration [...]

Stories of Us: ‘ataaxum Pomkwaan

Get to know the communities who call San Diego home! Join us to learn the stories of San Diego's Indigenous people with 'ataaxum Pomkwaan! Families will enjoy an oral storytelling and play [...]

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Visit SDCDM

A joyful place for families to learn, play, & explore together.

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Memberships

Become an annual member & enjoy unlimited discovery.

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SCHOOL VISITS

Register for grade-specific workshops & field trips.

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Play at home

Create, experiment, & learn at home!

featured

exhibits

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STORY
TIME

inventing

Interactive challenges inspired by some of your favorite children’s storybook characters!

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Turtle

THE

greenhouse

Meet our newest animal ambassador, Sebastian the tortoise!

Turtle

THE

greenhouse

Meet our newest animal ambassador, Sebastian the tortoise!

BASE

camp

Learn about ecologies of the past while uncovering dinosaur fossils!

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mission

& promise

San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum is a nonprofit organization with a mission to spark a love of learning so all children can discover their wildest dreams. The generous support of our community allows us to bring accessible, hands-on early STREAM education opportunities to families across San Diego County. As we continue to reach more families, your support is vital to inspiring the next generation of creative and imaginative thinkers.

girl with hands in the air in clouds graphic

mission

& promise

San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum is a nonprofit organization with a mission to spark a love of learning so all children can discover their wildest dreams. The generous support of our community allows us to bring accessible, hands-on early STREAM education opportunities to families across San Diego County. As we continue to reach more families, your support is vital to inspiring the next generation of creative and imaginative thinkers.

connect
with us

connect
with us

We are one month away from our annual Space Night event🚀 Explore the Museum after hours and find your passion for science, technology, reading, engineering, art, and math through exciting space themed activities! Put your astronaut skills to the test on Saturday, November 16 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. with over 15 hands-on activity booths, @thegogotruck, and a special space presentation with @ScienceGuysofSanDiego 🌙 Purchase your tickets at the link in our bio! This event is generously supported by @Hologic
This morning, families experienced the richness of San Diego’s diversity through our Stories of Us event with @ataaxum_pomkwaan Families enjoyed an oral storytelling and played the Muxat Counting Game while learning about the stories of San Diego’s  Indigenous community. Check out highlights from today’s event! Special thanks to our sponsors @NissanUSA for supporting our Stories of Us
We really dig this Jimbo’s snack! Check out today’s Jimbo’s Garden Workshop where families created Edible “Soil” Cups🪱
Get ready to sled into fun with Molly of Denali! ❄️ Explore the world with crafts and a special storytime, plus meet Molly during a costume character meet & greet on November 1 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
We are taking part in Kids Free October! Kids ages 12 & under receive free admission with the purchase of one adult ticket to over 50 museums around San Diego County, including ours. To participate, download our coupon on the @gomuseums website.
Get in the spooky spirit with this easy Paper Towel Roll Bat Craft! 🦇
From silly smiles to smiles filled with wonder, we love the happy faces we see each and every day! Happy World Smile Day! 😃😊
Nature Cat had a blast meeting all of our friends! Thank you KPBS for providing fun kids events like this for our guests. Check out highlights from today’s event.
Spend this fall and winter break at the Museum with Little Explorers Fall and Winter Camp! 🍂❄️ Grab your flashlights and get ready for an adventure to learn about nocturnal plants and animals on November 25 - 27. 🌙 Join us this winter as we let our inner musician run free and make some music from December 30 - January 3. 🎶 Learn more at the link in our bio🔗
Nature Cat is visiting the Museum this Friday! On October 4 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. families can enjoy special Nature Cat themed crafts, storytime, and a photo opportunity! 🌿☀️ This event is free with Museum admission.
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