Back to school fun starts with meeting Curious George, enjoying story time, creating your own bookbag charm, decorating your own pencil bag, and stocking up on free back-to-school supplies!
Get ready for a Paw-Some Adventure! Your Gabby’s Dollhouse adventure starts here for a 10-day celebration. Make purr-fect memories with cat-tastic activities and a special photo experience!
Cool off with some delicious science! Watch liquid nitrogen transform ingredients into instant ice cream, learn how it freezes things in seconds, and taste our homemade creation.
Meet the raptors! Discover the world of raptors with Ellen from Ravensbeard Wildlife Center and experience these magnificent birds of prey up close!
Presented by Nickelodeon and Association of Children’s Museums, we’re celebrating the power of play! Get up, get out, and come play at the museum! While you’re here, join us for Gabby’s Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Days.
Tuesday Hours: Closed for fall prep
75 North Water Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Exhibits
We celebrate childhood learning and are proud to offer exhibits that get kids moving, exploring, building, pretending, collaborating, creating and discovering.
Traveling Science
Invite the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum to your school! We bring everything needed to provide a fun, educational and interactive program to your students.
Parties
Celebrate birthdays and other occasions at the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum! Rent our private party room and create your own party at the museum!
Pavilion
Explore a variety of events and programs for all ages at the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum’s waterfront pavilion!
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In appreciation, this month we wish to recognize the following museum supporters:
