Discovery WorldWe know that stars in the night sky are really far away, but not all stars are the same distance from Earth. Use objects in your home to explore how astronomers use the seasonal differences in the night sky to understand how far away stars really are.
Parallax Paradox was part of our Week 2 Theme: Backyard Astronomy. What other projects from this theme did you participate in?
Share your creations with us at AtHome@discoveryworld.org
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Getting Here
We are located on Milwaukee’s lakefront with easy access on and off of the expressway.
500 N Harbor DrMilwaukee, WI 53202 Get Directions
General Admission
| Adults | $20 |
| Child (3-17) | $16 |
| Child 2 & Under | $Free |
| Senior (60+) | $16 |
| College Student* | $14 |
| Military Active and Veterans* | $14 |
*Valid ID Required.
Prices are subject to change. Click HERE to buy tickets and for important information you need to know before visiting.
Current Hours
| Wed-Sun: 9am-4pm | Discovery World will be closed on Saturday, August 7th and Sunday, August 8th due to the USA Triathlon. | |
| Tues-Fri | - |
| Sat & Sun | - |
Getting Here
We are located on Milwaukee’s lakefront with easy access on and off of the expressway.
500 N Harbor DrMilwaukee, WI 53202 Get Directions
| Adults | $20 |
| Child (3-17) | $16 |
| Child 2 & Under | $Free |
| Senior (60+) | $16 |
| College Student* | $14 |
| Military Active and Veterans* | $14 |
| Military* Active Duty & Veterans | $14 |
*Valid ID Required.
Prices are subject to change. Click HERE to buy tickets and for important information you need to know before visiting.
Current Hours
| Wed-Sun: 9am-4pm | Discovery World will be closed on Saturday, August 7th and Sunday, August 8th due to the USA Triathlon. | |
| Tues-Fri | - |
| Sat & Sun | - |