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

Science & Engineering Night 2025

Step into a world of hands-on exploration and discovery during a special evening packed with interactive activity booths, live science demos, and fun for the whole family! Saturday, July 19  |   5:00 [...]

25th Birthday Party

The Museum is celebrating 25 years of exploration, imagination, and experimentation. Grab your party hats and get ready for a full day of celebration! Join us for a day of birthday fun [...]

Summer Camp

Are you a creative and curious problem solver? Spend the summer exploring with San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum! Each day of camp includes access to Museum exhibits, hands-on exploration with trained education [...]

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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.

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with us

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with us