Discovery Place

Discovery Place

博物馆、历史遗址和动物园

Charlotte,NC 3,584 位关注者

Discovery Place Science, Discovery Place Nature, Discovery Place Kids-Huntersville and Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham

关于我们

Discovery Place is a private 501c(3) not-for-profit education organization dedicated to inspiring exploration of science and the natural world through extraordinary exhibits and educational programs that inform, challenge and engage audiences of all ages. As one of the leading hands-on science centers in the country, Discovery Place offers visitors the opportunity to gain a greater understanding of the basics of science, technology, engineering and mathematics in a fun, interactive and informal setting. Discovery Place, Inc. owns and operates Discovery Place Science, Discovery Place Nature, Discovery Place Kids-Huntersville and Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham. Discovery Place Science in Uptown is home to the Accenture IMAX Dome Theatre.

网站
https://www.discoveryplace.org
所属行业
博物馆、历史遗址和动物园
规模
201-500 人
总部
Charlotte,NC
类型
非营利机构
创立
1946
领域
science museum、childrens museum、IMAX、science、education、nature、STEM education、films、labs、animals、classes、professional development、camps和events

地点

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动态

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    Did you know that Discovery Place provides vital care for over 300 animal species? We use animal ambassadors to inspire conservation and spark interest in STEM. If you share our passion for wildlife, join us in making a difference! Support our Giving Tuesday fundraiser on December 3! All donations will be matched up to $5,000 by one of Discovery Place's generous donors, meaning your gift will have DOUBLE the impact. Give here ?? https://lnkd.in/eg-mYbFA

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    ?? Exciting news! Discovery Place has been awarded a NASA Community Anchor grant to expand access to STEM and space learning. Discovery Place is one of 13 institutions nationwide to share the $510,000 in NASA Community Anchor Award funds. In celebration of this award, Discovery Place will launch NASA Community Space Stations, a series of STEM learning opportunities with community partners across the greater Charlotte region. https://lnkd.in/ectVg_7H

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    ?? As we celebrate 77 years of serving the greater Charlotte community, we are excited to share this look to the future as a new Nature Museum takes shape in the heart of Freedom Park! Projects have included underground sewer work, building footings and the main retaining wall. Steel construction is underway as progress continues to build this world-class Nature Museum for our community. To stay updated on the project, visit naturecampaign.org.

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    ?? Coming soon! Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, founder of the Jane Goodall Institute and UN Messenger of Peace, braved the unknown to give the world a remarkable window into humankind's closest living relatives: chimpanzees. Get a look into her life and work with our newest exhibition, ???????????????? ????????: ?????? ?????????????????? ???? ????. ???????? ??????????????, opening Saturday, November 16 at Discovery Place Science. In this hands-on, transportive multimedia exhibition celebrating her extraordinary life and work, visitors will explore Dr. Goodall’s early years through iconic images and multimedia experiences. Venture on an immersive projection of Tanzania’s Gombe National Park where she did her famous behavioral research on chimpanzees. Visitors will also see a life-size hologram of Dr. Goodall, enter a replica of her research tent and learn about her current role as a leader in community-centered conservation and youth empowerment. Plus, visitors can find out what they can do to make a positive impact in the world. ???????????????? ????????: ?????? ?????????????????? ???? ????. ???????? ?????????????? is organized and traveled by the National Geographic Society in partnership with the Jane Goodall Institute.

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    We are excited to announce that we've recently welcomed our new Chief Advancement Officer (CAO) Rachel Cusick and are glad to have her on the Discovery Place team! Rachel has more than 20 years’ experience in fundraising and achieved record contributed revenue in her previous roles with California Academy of Sciences, OLE Health in Napa and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma Valley, CA. She received a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from University of California, Irvine and MPA from the University of San Francisco. We are excited for the contributions Rachel will bring to Discovery Place.

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    We ?? educators! We had a fantastic time connecting with and empowering area educators during our recent Educator Summit at Discovery Place Science. Educators had an opportunity to visit our science labs and exhibits, sample our IMAX shows, learn about outreach programs and explore innovative ways to engage their students through hands-on STEM learning. Are you an educator? Download our free Educator’s Guide. ? https://lnkd.in/e_YmuaAw

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    Are you an educator? ???? Join Discovery Place Science on Saturday, September 14 for our Educator Summit—a free event designed to empower educators with tools to bring STEM to life for students! Connect with the Discovery Place team while visiting our science labs, sampling our IMAX shows and learning about our outreach programs. Plus, explore innovative ways to engage your students through hands-on learning, interactive exhibits and immersive field trip experiences at Discovery Place Science. Register ?? https://lnkd.in/gvVGasC7

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    Discovery Place Science is excited to announce the opening of the new Infosys Tech Innovation Lab, presented by Infosys Financial Services and by Infosys Foundation USA, a nonprofit organization committed to bridging the digital skills divide. This interactive lab inside our Museum serves as a space for deep learning and exploration through the Infosys Springboard next-generation digital learning platforms. It is a space where imagination inspires ideas and learning fuels ambitions. “As a leader in STEM education in the Carolinas, this collaboration aligns with our mission to create transformative experiences that enable our community to understand, enjoy and apply science to their lives. We are excited to provide Museum guests with cutting-edge tools to explore GenAI and digital technologies to further bridge the gap between education and technology and inspire future generations of critical thinkers and innovators.” – Catherine Wilson Horne, Discovery Place President and CEO

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    Know someone who'd make a great apprentice at Discovery Place? Applications are open for our STEM Corp Apprenticeship Program! ??WHAT: Work alongside museum professionals to learn daily operations, build professional skills and gain customer service experience with visitors through STEM activities. ??WHO: The program is open to students 14-18 years old. ??DEADLINE TO APPLY: August 31, 2024 ? https://lnkd.in/etjqycQs

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