NC › Charlotte › Discovery Place Nature Museum
Discovery Place Nature Museum logo

Discovery Place Nature Museum

★★★★★ 5 · 5 reviews📍 1658 Sterling Road, Charlotte, NC 28209
STEM/STEAMNatureHikingArt & CraftsAfter-SchoolAges –+3 more

About Discovery Place Nature Museum

At Discovery Place, science is more than just a subject to be learned - it's a way of life. Here, we bring science, nature, and design together in order to create a truly transformative experience. Our interactive educational programming helps our community understand and apply science to their lives. With over 750,000 annual visitors, Discovery Place is fast becoming a hub for science education and exploration in the Carolinas. Our mission goes beyond science education alone. We strive to empower our community to use science as a way to create opportunities, build hope, and bring positive change to the world. We believe that science is the key to a brighter future. By providing an engaging and immersive experience, we aim to inspire people to use science as a tool to create a better tomorrow.

Programs

The classes, camps and experiences this business offers.

a group of children playing in a garden
Field Trips
Plan a field trip to Discovery Place Nature and explore the flora and fauna of the Carolinas in a hands-on, immersive environment. Featuring live animals and native plant life, the Museum helps students develop a sense of wonder and appreciation for the natural world.
a group of people sitting on the floor
Classes
Enhance the impact of a field trip by adding live animal encounters, hands-on activities, outdoor adventures and creative experiments. Classes provide private learning experiences led by an experienced Discovery Place Nature educator.
a group of kids wearing blue goggles
Outreach Classes
Bring Discovery Place experiences to your school or community! Outreach programs are designed to meet the interests and educational requirements of your group by aligning curriculum with both North and South Carolina state standards and Next Generation Science Standards. These programs complement both in-school and out-of-school learning for Pre K through Grade 8.

Visit before you decide

See the space, meet the teachers, and get a feel for it — most businesses are happy to show families around.

a group of kids looking at a cell phone

Reviews

5
★★★★★
Based on 5 parent reviews

We're all about trust — real reviews from real parents help other families decide with confidence.

Still have questions?

Ask about anything you didn't see answered here — pricing, schedules, drop-off, allergies. No question is too small.

a couple of children playing in the leaves

Location & details

🗺️ 1658 Sterling Road, Charlotte, NC 28209 — open in Maps

🎯 Activities

STEM/STEAMNatureHikingArt & Crafts

🏕️ Amenities

Handicap accessibleSanctuaryMuseum

🧒 Who they support

CoedPreschoolKids

🏷️ Discounts

STEM/STEAM in CharlotteNature in CharlotteHiking in CharlotteArt & Crafts in CharlotteKids activities in Charlotte

Why request info through BeAKid?

  • Free for parents — your request goes straight to the business.
  • One place to track every activity, request and registration for your kids.
  • Verified local businesses — real programs, real reviews from parents.
  • Members unlock exclusive deals and coupons from local businesses.

Interested in Discovery Place Nature Museum?

Tell them what you're looking for — pricing, availability, ages. They reply to you directly.

✓ Free · ✓ No spam · ✓ Goes straight to the business
🔒  Phone and website appear once you send a request, so businesses know parents found them on BeAKid.

🏢 Do you run Discovery Place Nature Museum?

Claim this free listing to answer parents directly, add photos, and manage your programs.

Interested in Discovery Place Nature Museum?
★ 5 · Charlotte, NC