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: Matutinal and Vespertine Animal Inspired Snacks

Enjoy a special garden workshop in the Trudy Bronner Discovery Garden with local, seasonal ingredients from  Jimbo's! Today's recipe: Matutinal and Vespertine Animal Inspired Snacks Pre-registration is not required. FREE with Museum [...]

Little Explorers Fall Camp

Little Explorers Fall Camp 2024 Are you a creative and curious problem solver? Spend the fall exploring with San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum! Each day of camp includes access to Museum exhibits, [...]

Fun Animal Friday: Foxes

Meet foxes with Judith A Bassett Canid Education and Conservation Center on Friday, November 22, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The event will include a live presentation, meet & greet*, storytime, [...]

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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

👶 Build your baby's language skills through play! These fun and simple games from @tinybeanskids are perfect for fostering early communication while bonding with your little one. 💬✨ Check them out at the link in our bio🔗
Reflect on everything you are thankful for and create a thankful sunflower to show your love! 🌻
We had a paws-itively great time at today’s Fun Animal Friday with our friends from the @jabcecc! 🦊 Guests were thrilled to meet and learn about these fascinating foxes up close. Take a look at some highlights from today and mark your calendars for next month’s Fun Animal Friday, featuring a tarantula, gecko, chinchilla, and kookaburra. It’s going to be wildly fun! 🕷️🦎🐭🦜
Join our bi-monthly newsletter to stay up to date on activity blogs, exhibit updates, behind-the-scenes events, and more! Sign up at the link in our bio to be added before our next newsletter is released📧
Stepping into a world of discovery and play! ✨ Who's ready for a day full of smiles, adventures, and endless fun at the Museum?
This holiday season give your loved ones a membership to the Museum and gift a year of unlimited fun🎁 A San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum Gift Membership is a gift your loved ones can grow with all year long. Share new experiences and exciting discoveries! Memberships are available now for purchase onsite at the Front Desk or online. Purchase online at the link in our bio!
Families had a blast at Space Night this past Saturday! 🚀🌌 From exploring the stars to hands-on STREAM fun, it was an out-of-this-world experience. ✨ Huge thanks to our sponsor, @hologic, for helping make this stellar evening possible! 🌟 Check out the highlights of our space exploration. 🪐
Enjoy the Museum in a quiet & accepting setting during our Sensory Friendly Morning! Experience an early morning geared toward families with children on the spectrum or sensory sensitivities. Our Sensory Friendly Morning is offered every Sunday from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Sebastian isn’t wrong 😉🐢
⏰ Regular bedtimes are key for kids’ emotional health! Research shows that a consistent sleep schedule helps little ones manage their emotions and behaviors better. Good sleep really is a superpower! 🌙💤 Read more in the recent Science Daily study at the link in our bio🔗