We have an
albino hedgehog
named Toothpick

Location & Directions
Discovery Center is located at:
502 SE Broad Street
Murfreesboro, TN  37130
Phone: (615) 890-2300

From I-24:
Exit at 81B S Church St/US-231 N.
After 2.4 miles, turn right on SE Broad Street. Turn right at the next light (Maney Ave) into our parking lot.

From I-65:
Take 840 East until it intersects with I-24. Take I-24 east towards Murfreesboro. Exit at 78B/Murfreesboro onto Old Fort Parkway. After 2.5 miles, turn right onto NW Broad Street. Go 1.0 miles to Maney Ave and turn right into our parking lot.

Hours
Monday thru Saturday 10 am – 5 pm
Sunday 1 pm – 5 pm
The Discovery Center is closed major holidays.

Admission
Adults & Children: $5.00
Children under two are FREE!
Members receive free admission (Want to become a member?)

Payment: The Discovery Center accepts Cash, American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and checks.

Parties & Celebrations
Looking for something different to do for your birthday party, company party, or group meeting? Then consider the Discovery Center! An affordable option at a convenient location, you and your guests will have a memorable time in our colorful, light-hearted atmosphere.

Accessibility
The entire museum is wheelchair accessible. Handicap parking is available in the parking lot.  Wheelchair-users can enter the Center via the front entrance.  Elevators serve both museum floors. All bathrooms are wheelchair accessible.  Service animals are always welcome. All of the Center's exhibits are hands-on and incorporate visual, tactile, and/or auditory components.

Food Service
An array of snacks and drinks are available in the Great Discoveries Museum Shop. We also offer Snack Attack! every Monday & Wednesday at 3:30 in our kitchen.  

Great Discoveries Museum Shop
Our Great Discoveries store is a one-stop shop for unique educational toys that extend the Discovery Center experience. Plus, one-of-a-kind gadgets for kids (and grownups) of all ages! We carry a variety of merchandise, in addition to exhibit-related games, books, and toys you won't find anywhere else. We also have Webkinz!  To reach Great Discoveries, please call (615) 890-2300.

Tips for Your Visit

• If you prefer to visit the Discovery Center when it's less crowded, we suggest afternoon visits. You may also call before your visit to inquire about a specific day, and we can provide general information about our activities and school visit bookings.
   
• Discovery Center has outdoor picnic areas to enjoy your lunch or snack. The Little Room may also be used if available. There are many restaurants nearby. Our staff can direct you to family and kid friendly eateries.
   
• Unfortunately, Discovery Center does not have lockers or areas to store personal belongings. Please plan accordingly.
   

• The Discovery Center has a Family bathroom for our visitors' convenience, in addition to Men's and Women's bathrooms as well as a nursing mother’s station.
   
• Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Our staff and discovery guides are happy to help. We want to
  make each visit to the Discovery Center an enjoyable one. So speak up and ask away!