Explore the Discovery Center!

The Discovery Center provides hands-on education opportunities for the community of Murfreesboro. The Discovery Center serves as a vibrant community and tourism center with over 130,000 children and families exploring the exhibits each year.

Storyland: A Trip Through Childhood Favorites™

January 24 - May 3, 2026

© 2025 Minnesota Children’s Museum. All rights reserved. Storyland: A Trip Through Childhood Favorites™ was created by Minnesota Children’s Museum. This project is made possible by a grant from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Featured Exhibit: Storyland: A Trip Through Childhood Favorites™

Coming soon to the Discovery Center, “Storyland: A Trip Through Childhood Favorites™”!

This enchanting new exhibit invites families to step inside beloved stories like” The Tale of Peter Rabbit”, “The Snowy Day”, and “Chicka Chicka Boom Boom”.

Designed for children ages 0–8, Storyland™ sparks imagination, creativity, and early literacy through hands-on, story-based play.

Weekly Programming!

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Tasty Tuesdays at Discovery Center

Cereal Bars

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Guests will create their own cereal bars, combining crunchy cereal with sticky, yummy ingredients to make the perfect grab-and-go treat.

Included with admission.

Programs are subject to change.

Date: March 31
Time: 3:00 PM

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Ada Twist, Scientist by Andrea Beaty

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Ada Twist’s head is full of questions. Like her classmates Iggy and Rosie—stars of their own New York Times bestselling picture books Iggy Peck, Architect and Rosie Revere, Engineer—Ada has always been endlessly curious.

Included with admission.

Programs are subject to change.

Date: March 31
Time: 2:00 PM

Location

502 SE Broad Street
Murfreesboro, TN 37130

(615) 890-2300
info@explorethedc.org

Hours

Tues – Sat: 10AM – 5PM
Sunday: 12PM – 5PM
Closed Mondays and major Holidays, with the exception of camps or special events.

Admission

Under 12 months: FREE
Ages 1 & up: $15
Members: FREE
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Donation Requests

The Discovery Center supports local nonprofit organizations and educational institutions by donating admission passes. The standard donation is two admission passes valued at $24. Donation Requests are processed monthly, and it may take up to two months for a response depending on your requested event date. One request per organization will be considered per calendar year. Please keep in mind that while each request receives careful consideration, we regret that we are unable to accommodate all requests. All requests must be submitted through the form below. Please do not call, email or mail your requests. You will be emailed if your donation is approved. Donations will be emailed to the email address indicated below prior to the event. Organizations must meet the following guidelines to be considered:

  • Donation requests for charitable events must be in the middle Tennessee area.
  • Organizations benefiting children and education receive priority.
  • Fundraisers to benefit an individual or families are not generally honored.

Organization Information

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By checking this box, I understand that the Discovery Center reserves the right to refuse any donation request upon their discretion. In the event the Discovery Center donates an item, it will be used strictly for charitable purposes through auctions, door prizes, raffles, etc.(Required)

Young Leaders Council Application

Please respond to each of the following questions in order to complete your 2025-2026 Discovery Center Young Leaders Council Member application. Each section must be completed fully in order for your application to be accepted. Please email Rachel Hooper at rhooper@explorethedc.org with any questions. Thank you for your interest in Discovery Center's 2025-2026 Young Leaders Council! Applications are due June 15, 2025. Acceptance letters will go out by July 31, 2025.

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Gift Memberships

Give the Gift of Discovery
Gift Certificates must be redeemed at the Discovery Center front desk and should be treated like cash. Memberships become active once redeemed and remain valid for a full year.

Membership Benefits

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Sustaining Membership

$330 for 1 year

The Discovery BIG Family Fun Pack!

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Deluxe Membership

$170 for 1 year

The Discovery BIG Family Fun Pack!

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Discovery Membership

$140 for 1 year

Discovery fun for the whole family and a friend!

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One + One Plus Membership

$115 for 1 year

One + One PLUS One = Fun for Three!

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One + One Membership

$90 for 1 year

One + One = Fun for Two

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Counselor in Training Volunteer Application

Discovery Center at Murfree Spring is seeking reliable, upbeat and positive youth ages 14 - 17 as summer day camp Counselors in Training (CIT) assisting counselors and educators with children in grades K – 6. CITs will assist day camp counselors and educators in delivering age-appropriate activities and crafts and may assist Discovery Center education staff with programming focused on nature, animals, science and design.

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Summer General Availability


Please select which weeks you are available during the summer. Make sure to check your family calendar before selecting. We ask that you are available to assist each day during the selected week.

Camps
Camp themes are listed next to each week. Please consider this when making your selection(s).
Camp Times
All Camps are from 9:00-4:00 Monday- Friday. We ask that you are able to arrive early and stay after to set-up for the next day. By checking the box below, you agree to this time slot.
Availability
When signing up for Camps, please note your available days.
Please list some of your hobbies/interests/activities that you feel would be valuable for the camp selection(s) you have made.

Parent or Guardian Information

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Please include name, email, and phone number.
If there are learning, behavioral or medical issues (such as allergies) you feel we should be aware of, please list and explain. Also please let us know if your child has any special dietary requirements. Enter none if there is nothing to note.
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