OUR BOARD OF SUPERHEROES

Our board is made up of talented, passionate professionals who care about STEM learning and graciously volunteer their time to help us achieve our mission. They love to see visitors excited about learning, and they know that STEM-minded citizens solve real problems and make the world a better place. Philanthropic and action-oriented, this team of advocates knows the value of STEM's interaction with other aspects of culture and life, and how important it is for our future.

JOSHUA NELSON

President

ADAM GREYSON

Immediate Past President

DENA SHIPTON, CPA (inactive)

Treasurer

SUSAN COPPLE

Secretary & President Elect

 

CATHY AMMIRATI

 

STEVE SIMPSON

RALPH BUDWIG, PhD, PE

 

 

CHRISTOPHER MCCURDY

 

RONALD V. DORN, MD, FACR

 

 

CHRIS CUNEO

 

 

AMY MOLL, PhD

NorRae SPOHN

 

PHILIP BARTLETT

 

 

DEAN KLEIN

 

 

BRAD SURKAMER

 

 

PROGRAMS & EVENTS

EVENTS AT THE CENTER

We host a variety of events here at the Discovery Center of Idaho: Young Discoverers, Adult Nights, and friendly challenges among members and frequent visitors. No matter the age or activity, we have a lot of fun and are certain we have something on our calendar sure to entertain and create lasting memories.

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MAKE A DONATION

THE SCIENCE OF GIVING

Do you love the Discovery Center? Do you want to support school field trips, in-house produced exhibitions, and STEM education in Idaho? Make a donation!

Your gift impacts every aspect of the Discovery Center. It boosts access for Idaho students, creates STEM educational opportunities, guarantees fresh exhibitions, delivers memorable learning, and inspires future career paths in STEM fields for Idaho’s next generation. Your financial support makes a galactic difference.

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BECOME A MEMBER

JOIN TODAY

Discovery Center membership is a rewarding experience for you and your family. Become a member and attend sneak previews of our new exhibitions, receive discounts on camps and birthday parties, and enjoy the Discovery Center every day of the year.

Join today and become part of our community. Together, we can achieve our mission to inspire lifelong interest and learning in STEM.

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CALL

  • Discovery Center of Idaho
    Main Office
    (208) 343-9895

    • EMAIL

  • General Inquiries:
    webmail@dcidaho.org

    Membership Information:
    membership@dcidaho.org

    • VISIT

  • Discovery Center of Idaho
    131 W. Myrtle Street
    Boise, Idaho 83702

    • HOURS

  • Sun: 12pm - 4:30pm
    Mon - Sat: 10am - 4:30pm
    Closed: New Years, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas

    • ADMISSION

  • Members & Under 2 • Free*
    Youth 2-17 • $12
    Adults 18+ • $18
    Seniors • $17
    Military Personnel • $1 Off
    * Free admission during standard exhibitions & reduced admissions during special exhibitions

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    The Discovery Center of Idaho is CLOSED Jan. 18th - Feb. 14th for the installation of Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition.Learn More
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