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And in 1996, the Carol Grotnes Belk Education and Parking Complex was completed adjacent to Discovery Place. Discovery Place is shaping a future where people embrace science to create opportunities, build hope, solve problems and bring positive change for our world. We strive each day to ignite our visitors’ excitement about the world of science and nature and to generate greater understanding of the power of scientific progress.We believe that science is essential for a better future and that everyone should have access to learning opportunities that cultivate curiosity, creativity, critical thinking and problem solving. We bring science, nature and design together to create transformative experiences that enable our community to understand, enjoy and apply science to their lives.
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Discovery Place is supported, in part, with funding from the Arts & Science Council. Discovery Place Science’s master planning process is anticipated to kick off in January and is expected to be completed in late 2018. Labs at Discovery Place Science are one-of-a-kind environments where you can investigate real-world issues facilitated by Discovery Place Science educators. Reflect on how your muscular, skeletal, cardiovascular, digestive or nervous systems work in the Human Mirror, which uses Kinect technology to capture your movement and generate a mirror image of body systems. Our newly reimagined lab, made possible by the generosity of Honeywell, invites you to play, investigate and discover chemistry, physics and all things S.T.E.M. Design, prototype, create and innovate in Thinker Space, an all-new workshop and makerspace at Discovery Place Science.
Labs & Live Shows
Adults won’t want to miss this chance to experience the Museum after hours in a kids-free environment. Discovery Place Science is an innovative, hands-on Museum in Uptown Charlotte that encourages scientific exploration and creativity. Kids and adults alike have a chance to experiment with forces that are controlled only by the laws of physics and chemistry. We are all scientists at heart so put on your thinking caps and immerse yourself in the world of physical sciences. As you explore, you'll be able to see, touch and smell the rainforest all around you.
The Future
Following an 18-month, $31.6 million renovation, Discovery Place welcomed visitors in 2010 as a reimagined museum with new interactive exhibitions and state-of-the-art labs to engage children, adults and families in real-world science, nature and design problem-solving.That same year, Discovery Place expanded its footprint in the Charlotte region with the opening of Discovery Place Kids-Huntersville on Gilead Road in downtown Huntersville. Three years later, this footprint extended beyond Charlotte when Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham opened its doors on E. In 2014 through a generous gift from Bank of America, the Discovery Place Education Studio opened on the museum’s Uptown Charlotte campus.To mark 70 years of science, exploration and wonder, in 2016 the four museums and education, professional development and community outreach programs were integrated under a single brand called Discovery Place.
Educational Programs and Workshops
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit institution, Discovery Place thrives on the benevolence of our supportive community. Together, we bring world-class exhibitions to Charlotte, elevate the expertise of our pre K-12 educators and deliver educational programs to the public.By championing accessibility for all, we foster an environment where everyone can explore, learn and be inspired.Join us in our mission to ignite curiosity and transform lives through the wonders of science and the natural world. Discovery Place Science is not just a museum—it’s a hub of exploration and innovation. Here, students can engage with interactive exhibits, participate in live science demonstrations, and even meet scientists who are shaping the future of STEM. From biology and physics to engineering and technology, Discovery Place offers a wide range of exhibits that align with North Carolina’s educational standards, making it an ideal destination for STEM field trips.
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Quickly growing into one of the most popular area attractions, and now called the Charlotte Nature Museum, community leaders were intent on expanding the facility’s reach and scope. Amidst growing interest in hands-on science and technology education in the 1970s, the Charlotte community responded by approving funding and plans for a new, comprehensive science and technology center.Community leaders sought to provide access to a growing city and further encourage economic development by locating the new museum in the heart of Uptown Charlotte. Discovery Place welcomed its first visitors in 1981 along North Tryon Street, occupying 72,000 square feet of space enabling the community to understand, enjoy and apply science to their lives.The museum expanded in 1986 with exhibition space to accommodate nationally traveling exhibitions, and in 1991 opened the Charlotte Observer IMAX Dome Theatre as the first giant-screen motion picture theatre in the Carolinas.
Our Impact in the Community
Together the firms will oversee a team that will create a master plan and conceptual design to imagine the future of one of the Carolinas’ premiere cultural attractions. Hands-on science Museum in Uptown Charlotte featuring exciting interactive exhibitions, a larger-than-life IMAX Dome Theatre and educational programs. Our expansive science museum offers interactive exhibits and over 400 hands-on activities, including daily science demonstrations and shows, making it a great destination for families and kids of all ages. From elaborate castles to secret forts, let your design dreams come to life in Project Build.
A unique place where the future is explored and tested through hands-on learning
The Discovery Place Museum in Uptown Charlotte was renamed Discovery Place Science, while Charlotte Nature Museum was renamed Discovery Place Nature. One of the top hands-on science museums in the nation, Discovery Place Science provides ever-changing, entertaining facilities that engage people in the active exploration of science, technology and nature. The Museum brings relevant, contemporary science to life through groundbreaking exhibitions, interactive educational programming and hands-on activities. Discovery Place is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and a hub for science education and exploration in the Carolinas with four distinct museum experiences serving more than 750,000 people a year through museum visits, interactive educational programming and community outreach initiatives.We aspire to shape a future where people embrace science to create opportunities, build hope, solve problems and bring positive change for our world. Discovery Place Science in Uptown Charlotte is the leading hub for science learning in the Carolinas—dedicated to the exchange of ideas, scientific exploration and creative expression to stimulate innovative problem-solving and learning. Discovery Place Science also is home to the Accenture IMAX Dome Theatre, the largest IMAX screen in the Carolinas.
In celebration of Earth Day 2022, design plans were unveiled for the reimagining of Discovery Place Nature. Liollio Architecture and Hood Design Studio are leading the planning and design of the new museum, which will be a world-class environmental education center with live animals native to the Piedmont, a North American river otter habitat and outdoor experiences that connect with its forest location.In a public-private partnership with Mecklenburg County, the new museum will be developed at the current location on Sterling Road. Construction for the new Discovery Place Nature Museum is scheduled to begin in the spring of 2023.
Ultimately, the architect group will develop an inspiring conceptual design for the facility that will communicate the Museum’s mission to provide the community with educational and immersive opportunities in science, technology and nature. Embark on an unforgettable journey into the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) with field trips to Discovery Place Science in North Carolina. As one of the leading science and technology centers in the region, Discovery Place offers an immersive, hands-on learning experience that will ignite your students’ curiosity and passion for STEM. About Jenkins•PeerSince the Charlotte-based firm was established in 1978, J•PA has directed its efforts toward delivering integrated design solutions that influence how people live, learn, work, and play. This commitment is based on a highly collaborative approach that brings together the knowledge, talent, and resources to address client objectives and enhance our communities. J•PA’s ability to manage the planning and design process, guide informative discussions, and achieve consensus has been a key factor in the firm’s ability to maintain lasting client relationships and deliver dynamic projects that build community.
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