dream big

& play on!

San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum is celebrating 25 years of exploration, imagination, and experimentation. Join us as we look back at our impact in the community, toast to those who make our mission possible, and encourage the next generation to Dream Big & Play On!

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Dreaming of the Future

As we celebrate our legacy and look ahead, we’re setting our sights on bold, transformative dreams for the next 25 years. Rooted in our commitment to children and community, we will strive to:

Enrich the lives of 1,000,000 more children.

Provide hands-on play that sparks imagination, innovation, and discovery.

Activate the Mobile Children’s Museum in more San Diego County Schools.

Ensuring that every child, regardless of location or circumstance, experiences the wonder of discovery through accessible, immersive learning.

Elevate early learning through enhanced exhibits and education experiences.

Redefine what’s possible in early childhood education while keeping inclusivity and accessibility at the heart of our programming.

Join Us!

We invite you to help make every child’s dream possible. Join us in our 25th year and make a gift for the future! Your support today will have an immediate impact in the years to come. There are many ways to get involved:

upcoming events

25th Birthday Party
Saturday, June 21
9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Grab your party hats and get ready for a full day of celebration! Music, cake, crafts, and $4 all-day admission will be available at this family-friendly community birthday party!

Ignite Their Spark
Saturday, September 6
5:30 – 9:00 p.m.

Celebrate our silver anniversary at this fundraising gala. Your support helps us raise essential funds for early education while enjoying live music, cocktails, hors’d’eurves, and more.

25 years 

of discovery!

Jessica Smith
AGE 17

“Visiting the Museum taught me how to think creatively and explore different things without the pressure of a test or grade. I think so many kids can benefit from visiting and might even find their passion like me!”

Jessica Smith
AGE 17

“Visiting the Museum taught me how to think creatively and explore different things without the pressure of a test or grade. I think so many kids can benefit from visiting and might even find their passion like me!”

Jessica Smith
AGE 17

“Visiting the Museum taught me how to think creatively and explore different things without the pressure of a test or grade. I think so many kids can benefit from visiting and might even find their passion like me!”

thank you

to our sponsors!

thank you  

to our sponsors!

Luminary Sponsors

PNC Bank

Visionary Sponsors

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Innovator Sponsors

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Explorer Sponsors

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In-Kind Supporters

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