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June 2019
Story Time
Gather the little ones for engaging adventures into some of the best children’s books by some very talented, local storytellers and readers. Each month will have a STEM-focused theme that is age-appropriate for 2-5 year-olds. Each child will also receive a take-home craft compliments of our Kohl’s Design It! Lab.
Find out more »Summerfest Big Bang Fireworks Member Event
DOORS OPEN AT 5PM FIREWORKS BEGIN AT APPROXIMATELY 9:30PM As a Discovery World Member, you and your family can get exclusive front row seats to some of the most brilliant and breathtaking displays of fireworks in the country. Watch the Summerfest Big Bang Fireworks and the big show, the July 3rd Fireworks, right on our docks. These Members-Only Events begin at 5pm. Discovery World’s Technology Building will be open until 9pm. There will be things for the kids to make and…
Find out more »July 2019
July 3rd Fireworks Member Event
DOORS OPEN AT 5PM FIREWORKS BEGIN AT APPROXIMATELY 9:30PM As a Discovery World Member, you and your family can get exclusive front row seats to some of the most brilliant and breathtaking displays of fireworks in the country. Watch the Summerfest Big Bang Fireworks and the big show, the July 3rd Fireworks, right on our docks. These Members-Only Events begin at 5pm. Discovery World’s Technology Building will be open until 9pm. There will be things for the kids to make and…
Find out more »Tony’s Creepy Crawly Zoo
Creeping, crawling, flying, and fantastic! Join Tony “The Bug Whisperer” and his Creepy-Crawly Zoo show just how cool the world of entomology really is. This show is perfect for young children as they’ll learn about the insects in our backyard, participate in Tony’s fun presentation, and experience bugs like never before! Tony's Creepy Crawly Zoo is sponsored by: American Science and Surplus Zoo Med Animal House Pets & Supplies
Find out more »MilliporeSigma Curiosity Cube Visits Milwaukee!
The MilliporeSigma Curiosity Cube is coming back to Discovery World! What is the Curiosity Cube? It is a retrofitted shipping container that has been transformed into a mobile science lab. Inside The Curiosity Cube: Visitors of all ages experience hands-on science activities. It features interactive, hands-on science experiments led by our employees. This allows visitors to ask questions and discuss the possibilities of a future career in STEM. The container travels throughout North America visiting schools, summer camps and public…
Find out more »50th Anniversary Moon Landing Celebration
Discovery World will celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing with hands-on activities, displays, and educational experiences for the public to enjoy. Focusing on local Milwaukee & Wisconsin connections to NASA and space exploration, the event will highlight the illustrious past of lunar travel and seek to inspire our community to become the next generation of rocket scientists, researchers, and explorers. Activities will include: Carthage College students will demonstrate technology developed for Microgravity Projects in partnership with NASA…
Find out more »Milwaukee Makers Market
10am-4pm Join us as we transform our promenade into a stunning and lively indoor market. Meet Milwaukee jewelry makers, artists, designers, and other skilled artisans. Shop one-of-a-kind, locally-made products including ceramics, women’s clothing, leather goods, candles, and more. Explore the market, have fun, meet amazing artists and artisans, shop, and support independent maker spirit in Milwaukee. The Market is free, but General Admission applies if visiting entire museum. Please note that Discovery World does not select the vendors for Milwaukee…
Find out more »August 2019
Tony’s Creepy Crawly Zoo
Creeping, crawling, flying, and fantastic! Join Tony “The Bug Whisperer” and his Creepy-Crawly Zoo show just how cool the world of entomology really is. This show is perfect for young children as they’ll learn about the insects in our backyard, participate in Tony’s fun presentation, and experience bugs like never before! Tony's Creepy Crawly Zoo is sponsored by: American Science and Surplus Zoo Med Animal House Pets & Supplies
Find out more »Milwaukee Makers Market
10am-4pm Join us as we transform our promenade into a stunning and lively indoor market. Meet Milwaukee jewelry makers, artists, designers, and other skilled artisans. Shop one-of-a-kind, locally-made products including ceramics, women’s clothing, leather goods, candles, and more. Explore the market, have fun, meet amazing artists and artisans, shop, and support independent maker spirit in Milwaukee. The Market is free, but General Admission applies if visiting entire museum. Please note that Discovery World does not select the vendors for Milwaukee…
Find out more »September 2019
Brew Sail: Enlightened Brewing Company
Join Enlightened Brewing Company aboard the S/V Denis Sullivan while enjoying refreshing beverages from one of the area’s favorite microbreweries! Your brewery rep will share interesting facts about things like the brew you’re sampling, the brewing process, and maybe even fill you in on some trade secrets. Price includes 2 drink tickets per person and an ice cream treat. All Brew Sails are 2-Hours in length. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to sail time. Pricing (subject to change): Members: $85 Non-Members:…
Find out more »Milwaukee Makers Market
10am-4pm Join us as we transform our promenade into a stunning and lively indoor market. Meet Milwaukee jewelry makers, artists, designers, and other skilled artisans. Shop one-of-a-kind, locally-made products including ceramics, women’s clothing, leather goods, candles, and more. Explore the market, have fun, meet amazing artists and artisans, shop, and support independent maker spirit in Milwaukee. The Market is free, but General Admission applies if visiting entire museum. Please note that Discovery World does not select the vendors for Milwaukee…
Find out more »Brew Sail: Black Husky Brewing
Explore the wonder, beauty, and fun of Lake Michigan from the deck of Discovery World’s Tall Ship, the S/V Denis Sullivan. Climb aboard the world’s only re-creation of a 19th century three-masted, Great Lakes schooner. Join Black Husky Brewing aboard the S/V Denis Sullivan for a two-hour sail while enjoying refreshing beverages from one of the area’s favorite microbreweries! Your brewery rep will share interesting facts about things like the brew your sampling, the brewing process, and maybe even fill you…
Find out more »October 2019
Brew Sail: Good City Brewing
Explore the wonder, beauty, and fun of Lake Michigan from the deck of Discovery World’s Tall Ship, the S/V Denis Sullivan. Climb aboard the world’s only re-creation of a 19th century three-masted, Great Lakes schooner. Join Good City Brewing aboard the S/V Denis Sullivan for a two-hour sail while enjoying refreshing beverages from one of the area’s favorite microbreweries! Your brewery rep will share interesting facts about things like the brew your sampling, the brewing process, and maybe even fill you in…
Find out more »Brew Sail: Water Street Brewery
Explore the wonder, beauty, and fun of Lake Michigan from the deck of Discovery World’s Tall Ship, the S/V Denis Sullivan. Climb aboard the world’s only re-creation of a 19th century three-masted, Great Lakes schooner. Join Water Street Brewery aboard the S/V Denis Sullivan for a two-hour sail while enjoying refreshing beverages from one of the area’s favorite microbreweries! Your brewery rep will share interesting facts about things like the brew your sampling, the brewing process, and maybe even fill you…
Find out more »November 2019
Milwaukee Makers Market
10am-4pm Join us as we transform our promenade into a stunning and lively indoor market. Meet Milwaukee jewelry makers, artists, designers, and other skilled artisans. Shop one-of-a-kind, locally-made products including ceramics, women’s clothing, leather goods, candles, and more. Explore the market, have fun, meet amazing artists and artisans, shop, and support independent maker spirit in Milwaukee. The Market is free, but General Admission applies if visiting entire museum. Please note that Discovery World does not select the vendors for Milwaukee…
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