Discovery Centre
Tourism Region: Nova Scotia
Discovery Centre is Nova Scotia's only hands-on science centre. Visitors are encouraged to have fun and play while discovering science and technology. An extensive collection of interactive exhibits demonstrate the wonders of everyday science… build a bridge, race against time, spin until you wanna puke or pop your way out of a giant bubble.
Entertaining and educational curriculum-based school workshops and class visits are offered for grades primary to twelve and a new educational outreach program is now making its way across the province
About the Collections
A wide variety of interactive exhibits on science and technology. Play and discover the physical sciences, human performance, chemistry...
Approximate number of objects in the collections: 80
Services & Activities
General Admission/ Visitor Services
Educational Programs
Exhibits Program
Public Programs
Retail Shop
Membership Program
Sponsorship Program
Internet Website
Outreach Program
Afterschool Program
Research Services
No research services.
Educational Programs
Hands-on Curriculum- based School Workshop Program
Class Visits
Professional Development for Teachers
Outreach Workshop Program
Afterschool Science Program
Preschool Workshop Program
High Definition Films
Hands-on Exhibits
Classes or Workshops
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Demonstrations
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Discovery Room or Centre
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Films
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School Programs
: Age 0-4 (Pre-School)
: Age 5-11 (k-6)
: Age 12-17 (7-13)(Quebec: Secondary 1-CEGEP)
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Professional Development
Visitor Services
Full-time interpreters offer explanations and guidance through exhibits and do live science demonstrations.
small snack room
Guided Tours
: English
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Accessible by Public Transportation
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Children's Activities or Services
: Nursing area or Change Table
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Information Centre or Desk
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Meeting Room Rental
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Gift shop
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Special Needs Facilities
: Washrooms
: Wheelchair access
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Cloakroom
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Washrooms
Volunteer Services
Volunteer Services Available
Activities: Program support.
Member Privileges
Admission for one year
Admission to other science centres across North America
Invitations to special events and exhibit openings
Newsletter, Discover Newsletter three times a year
Discounts on birthday parties and summer camps
Discount in retail store The Discovery Shop
Food Services
N/A
Other: Snack Room
Internet Services
General Information •
Collections •
Events •
Education •
School Visits or Programs •
Children •
Directions or Map •
Online Giftshop or Bookstore
Publications and Products
Member newsletter three times a year
Monthly events listing
Annual report
Educational Bochure
Promotional brochures and advertisement
Annual Reports •
Brochures •
Educational kits •
Newsletters
Featured Images
Map
Location
| Address: |
1593 Barrington St. Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 1Z7 See Map |
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| Telephone: | 902-492-4422 |
| Fax: | 902-492-3170 |
| Email Us |
Hours of Operation
Operations:
Year Round
Spring – March Break – Live Science Shows Daily
Summer – July and August – Weekly Summer Camps, Live Science Shows Daily, High Definition Films
Fall and Winter – PD days and holiday day camps
Yearly – several public programs such as Halloween, Ice Cream Weekend.
Open: Open 7 days a week
Monday – Saturday 10 – 5
Sunday 1 – 5h
Closed:
Closed Good Friday, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Day, Remembrance Day
Admission:
Charged
June 1 to September 30, 2009 and March Break 2010
Children (2 & under) Free
Children/Youth (Over 2 - 18) $6.00
Students (With valid student ID) $7.00
Adults (18+) $8.50
Seniors (60+) $7.50
Members Free
October 1 to March Break 2010
Children (2 & under) Free
Children/Youth (Over 2 - 18) $5.00
Students (With valid student ID) $6.00
Adults (18+) $7.50
Seniors (60+) $6.50
Members Free
Children 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult at all times while visiting the Centre.
Discounts:
Groups •
Seniors
