Discovery WorldLearn about the history of the Great Lakes, what makes them freshwater, not saltwater, and see how Discovery World creates animal exhibits with freshwater or saltwater.
History of The Great Lakes + Creating Saltwater Aquarium Exhibits Video
Saltwater & Freshwater
Saltwater and Freshwater was part of our Week 11 Theme: Great Lakes. 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
| Mon-Tue: Closed | Wed-Fri: 9am-4pm | |
| Tues-Fri | Mon-Tue: Closed | Wed-Fri: 9am - 4pm |
| Sat & Sun | 9am - 4pm |
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
| Mon-Tue: Closed | Wed-Fri: 9am-4pm | |
| Tues-Fri | Mon-Tue: Closed | Wed-Fri: 9am - 4pm |
| Sat & Sun | 9am - 4pm |