Discovery For All
The Discovery Center of Idaho firmly believes in fostering an inclusive, diverse, equitable and accessible learning environment for all individuals. We are committed to promoting a comfortable atmosphere where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to learn and contribute. Our team is available throughout your visit for any questions or assistance.
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Museums for All
Museums for All is a cooperative initiative to offer a signature access program that encourages underserved individuals and families to visit museums regularly and build lifelong museum habits.
Any individual receiving food assistance and in possession of a SNAP EBT card will receive $3 per person admission for up to 4 people per visit.
Museums for All admission is only available in person.
Group Rates
Groups of 10+ with one form of payment are eligible for a $2 admission discount. Reservations must be made with a minimum 2 week notice. Discount code: GROUPS131
Email webmail@dcidaho.org for help with booking.
Military (Active Duty and Veterans)
Receive $2 off each admission on your order with a valid military / veteran ID.
Military discount can only be redeemed in person at this time.
AAA
Receive $1 off each admission on your order with a valid AAA card.
AAA discount can only be redeemed in person at this time.
Odyssey Membership Vendor
We’re pleased to announce that we are an official vendor in the Empowering Parents program which provides eligible families with grant funds for approved education services. Families are invited to utilize these funds by joining our membership community. Memberships are nonrefundable and nontransferable.
STEAM Lending Kits
Bring the learning experience home with our STEAM Lending Kit Program! Our lending library consists of over 60 kits of varying STEAM topics, available for 3 week lending periods with a $25 fully refundable deposit.
Accessible Adventures
Disability Aides
Professional aides accompanying a visitor with a disability receive free admission. One aide per visitor. Aide admission can be redeemed upon arrival.
Parking and Entrance
There are four accessible parking spaces available, all van-accessible. The entrance and exit are both fully accessible with ramps.
Wheelchair Access
Limited, complimentary wheelchair available for use on a first-come, first served basis. All galleries are wheelchair/scooter accessible.
Service Animals
Service animals are welcome throughout the entire Center. The Discovery Center of Idaho and ADA require that service animals be under the control of the handler at all times. The service animal must be harnessed, leashed, or tethered while in public places unless these devices interfere with the service animal’s work or the person’s disability prevents use of these devices.
The Discovery Center reserves the right to deny admission if these requirements are not met.
For more information about sensory stimuli visitors may encounter during exploration, please review our Sensory Guide.
Digital Adaptations
To help better prepare our guests for their visits, the Discovery Center of Idaho is proud to offer digital previews of current exhibits, exhibit translations, gallery maps and information about our Sensory-Friendly Learning program.
Video Tours
Prepare for your visit by watching our virtual tours available on YouTube. Preview featured exhibitions and hands-on exhibits that are currently on display.
Gallery Map
Know before you go! Preview our gallery map to ensure you are prepared for your visit to the Discovery Center of Idaho.
Exhibit Translations
French and Spanish translations provided by the Boise State University Department of World Languages for several of our in-house exhibitions are available in audio and written format.
At-Home STEM Resources
When you can’t come to the Discovery Center of Idaho, consider our at-home resources instead!
Inclusive Explorations
To help better prepare our guests for their visits, the Discovery Center of Idaho is proud to offer digital previews of current exhibits, exhibit translations, gallery maps and information about our Sensory-Friendly Learning program.
Sensory-Friendly Learning Program
The Discovery Center of Idaho is thrilled to provide Sensory-Friendly Learning Hours each month for visitors who may become overstimulated by the bustling atmosphere of the everyday visitor experience. This resource is made possible by Micron.
Peques Descubridores (Bilingual Program)
During select times of year, we are proud to partner with the Peques Nature Club to bring bilingual programming for children ages 2-5 years old and their grown ups to the Center.
Community Outreach
Unleash the power of STEAM at your next event with our Outreach Program!