Notice: The Museum is temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Reopening details here.
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Hello, and thanks for checking in!
In an attempt to help slow the spread of COVID-19, the Maine Discovery Museum is closed,
temporarily. We will be reopening for Members on January 6th, 2022 and fully reopening on Feb. 10th!
We will be welcoming members
back starting January 6th!
We can't wait to see you!
Reservations are required - reserve your spot here!
Please review our Code of Conduct before visiting.
New Member Hours Will Be
Wednesday - Saturday
10 AM - 1 PM - 2 PM - 5 PM
The Museum requires that all visitors 2 years of age and older wear a face-covering/mask.
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Thank you for your support!
WHAT WILL YOU DISCOVER?
Located in the heart of Downtown Bangor, Maine Discovery Museum provides unique educational opportunities for children and families in Maine. Check out our hands-on, interactive exhibits and spend the day learning through play with your family! What will you discover at the Maine Discovery Museum? In the meantime, keep up with us on Facebook, Google Calendar, and subscribe to our newsletter!
SCIENCES THAT TIE
INTO THE MAINE REGION
Our interactive exhibits invite you to explore the worlds of science, nature, geography, children’s literature, music, art, and anatomy.
PROGRAMS DESIGNED
TO INSPIRE CURIOSITY
Maine Discovery Museum is THE place for growing minds, budding scientists, and future artists. Together, we’ll ignite the spark for life-long learning in your child!
DISCOVER THE POSSIBILITIES
Members, donors, and volunteers are the very foundation of our successful organization – and love being part of the MDM family!
HAVE FUN AT ONE
OF OUR CAMPS!
Year after year, our Camps are a huge hit with kids and parents alike. We offer a safe, caring and FUN environment with a wide variety of weekly themes.
CELEBRATE & DISCOVER!
Invite your friends and family and celebrate your child’s birthday, hold a meeting, a family reunion, or a company party! Maine Discovery Museum is a unique venue for many family, school or corporate events.
EXPLORE WITH YOUR STUDENTS!
Our major exhibit areas continue
to provide many ways for you to reinforce your curriculum with context-rich, hands-on activities.
BECOME A MEMBER
Your membership benefits here at Maine Discovery Museum will continue to provide you and your family with free unlimited admission, and other regular membership benefits!
All Memberships to the Museum include:
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A year's worth of unlimited discoveries!
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Birthday party, program, and event discounts.
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Invitations to special members-only events.
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Advance registration for summer camps.
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Subscription to museum mailings.
The Maine Science Festival (MSF), launched in 2015, is a celebration of science held annually with more than 70 events and activities for all ages. Our 6th Maine Science Festival, to be held March 16th – 20th 2022, will offer FIVE days of events, including forums, workshops, hands-on activities, films, talks, and exhibits.
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