Discovery Center of Idaho
Main Office
(208) 343-9895
Wednesday-Friday | 10:30am-11am
Free for Members & Free with General Admission
There's nothing quite like seeing a child's eyes light up when they learn something new. Light that spark early with our Young Discoverers program, a science-themed story and activity time for children aged 2 - 5 years and their guardians.
Is your Young Discoverer a budding scientist? A born inventor? Or all around curious about the world? Join us in February where we will explore a few of our most well-known and influential scientists that have ever lived and the amazing discoveries they shared with the world! We will focus on the impacts Galileo Galilei and Isaac Newton made in large scale science that controls the universe and natural forces, as well as the discoveries Marie Curie and Rosalind Franklin made in small scale science concerning the elements and DNA! Your Young Discoverers are sure to be wowed and inspired by these super scientists!
Wednesday-Friday | 10:30am-11am
Free for Members & Free with General Admission
There's nothing quite like seeing a child's eyes light up when they learn something new. Light that spark early with our Young Discoverers program, a science-themed story and activity time for children aged 2 - 5 years and their guardians.
Is your Young Discoverer a budding scientist? A born inventor? Or all around curious about the world? Join us in February where we will explore a few of our most well-known and influential scientists that have ever lived and the amazing discoveries they shared with the world! We will focus on the impacts Galileo Galilei and Isaac Newton made in large scale science that controls the universe and natural forces, as well as the discoveries Marie Curie and Rosalind Franklin made in small scale science concerning the elements and DNA! Your Young Discoverers are sure to be wowed and inspired by these super scientists!
Wednesday-Friday | 10:30am-11am
Free for Members & Free with General Admission
There's nothing quite like seeing a child's eyes light up when they learn something new. Light that spark early with our Young Discoverers program, a science-themed story and activity time for children aged 2 - 5 years and their guardians.
Is your Young Discoverer a budding scientist? A born inventor? Or all around curious about the world? Join us in February where we will explore a few of our most well-known and influential scientists that have ever lived and the amazing discoveries they shared with the world! We will focus on the impacts Galileo Galilei and Isaac Newton made in large scale science that controls the universe and natural forces, as well as the discoveries Marie Curie and Rosalind Franklin made in small scale science concerning the elements and DNA! Your Young Discoverers are sure to be wowed and inspired by these super scientists!
Don’t miss out on one of the most fun galas in town! The Discovery Center’s Science with Style Gala is the Center’s largest annual fundraiser. Our goal is to raise $112,000 for the Center, and we need your help!
When: Friday, February 28 2020 from 6-9pm
Where: Chateau des Fleurs, 176 S Rosebud Ln, Eagle, ID 83616
What: Catered 3-course 'Meal on the Nile' Dinner, Hosted Beer and Wine, Science Demonstrations, Silent and Live Auctions, and Much More!
Attire: Themed attire is strongly encouraged. Think King Tut!
Please join us in raising funds to help...
- Provide resources for creating unique, hands-on learning experiences for all ages
- Increase access to quality, STEM learning opportunities for students and families across Idaho
- Continue to build strong community partnerships and inspire lifelong interest and learning in STEM
Ticket pricing: $150 per person or $1200 for a table of 8. Event sponsorship opportunities are available. More info HERE!
Meal on the Nile Choices:
- Starter: A community grazing platter of assorted greens and herbs, dips, vegetables and pita.
- Main: Beef Kubideh Kabob with garden vegetables skewered and flame charbroiled over fruitwood charcoal. Served with Saffron Basmati rice OR Bone-in Butter Chicken thighs slow-cooked served over Jewel of the Nile Basmati.
Dessert: Fresh fruits of the Nile, orange and chocolate bundt cake.
Thank you for supporting the Discovery Center of Idaho!
For any questions or concerns, please email giving@dcidaho.org.
Join us at Expo Idaho and have some fun with your kiddos at the 22nd Annual Boise Kid's Fair. The Discovery Center will be bringing some of your all time favorite hands-on exhibits and hands on activities! Also, don't forget pictures with PJ Masks, bounce houses, animals, magic shows, dance performances, local vendor booths, free stuff, games with prizes, and more!
Free for DCI Members. Free with General Admission.
Idaho National Laboratory (INL) has long worked with NASA to fuel and test power sources for deep space missions. Starting with the 2006 New Horizons Pluto mission through the Curiosity Rover launched in 2011, INL is now preparing the next rover launch with the Mars 2020 Mission kicking off this summer.
The minds behind INL’s space nuclear power and isotope technology powering the Mars 2020 Mission will be in Boise for a special event at Discovery Center of Idaho on March 2, 2020. Harmon Veselka and Jessica Winkler will provide demonstrations and hands-on activities for local children (and those young at heart) to learn more about the space program and Idaho’s piece of the puzzle for powering this inspiring mission. A full-size model of the MMRTG (multi-mission radioisotope thermoelectric generator), the power source for the rover, will also be on display.
ABOUT HARMON VELESKA: Harmon Veselka is a Mechanical Engineer in the Radioisotope Power Systems Group at the Idaho National Laboratory (INL). He is the SME for the assembly of the fuel modules energizing the Radioisotope Thermometric Generators (RTG's) that power space missions, such as the Mars Rover scheduled to leave earth for Mars in this summer. He is also involved in the mass properties and Thermal Vacuum testing of the RTG's performed at the INL.
Join our Discovery Center Team and Boise State's Microgravity Research Team for this members-only, exclusive event! Have an out-of-this-world time with space-themed activities and more, plus exclusive after-hours access for our amazing members.
Not a member? Join or renew HERE!
PROGRAMMING:
The Discovery Center of Idaho will be closed on Sunday, April 12th in observance of the holiday. The Center will also be closed on Monday, April 13th for exhibition preparations. We will return to our normal business hours on Tuesday, April 14th.
Thank you for your patience and understanding!
The Discovery Center of Idaho will be closed on Monday, April 13th, so the Center can begin preparations for our upcoming exhibition KING TUT. We will return to our normal business hours on Tuesday, April 14th.
Thank you so much for your patience and understanding!
Kegs 4 Kause at Payette Brewing Co. | June 15, 6pm-10pm
JOIN US! We are thrilled to be at Payette Brewing to raise awareness and raise money! For every draft beer you drink, money is donated by Payette Brewing directly to our organization. #kegs4kause #payettebrewing #payetteforward
