The museum operates as a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering curiosity and lifelong learning.
The facility features a 'Wonder Station' specifically designed to support sensory development for infants and toddlers.
The grocery store exhibit includes a functioning point-of-sale system that introduces children to basic math and commerce concepts.
The 'Our Community' gallery provides a miniature version of a city, allowing children to role-play various professional roles.
The museum frequently hosts special sensory-friendly sessions designed to accommodate visitors with autism or sensory processing differences.
Explore More Discovery Museum is a hands-on, educational facility in downtown Harrisonburg designed primarily for children aged birth to twelve. The museum utilizes play-based learning to teach concepts in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. Exhibits are centered around immersive environments like a pretend grocery store, a television news studio, and a construction zone. The facility focuses on intergenerational play, encouraging caregivers to participate directly in the activities with children. Rotating exhibits are frequently introduced to maintain engagement for local families and returning visitors. The museum serves as a community hub for early childhood development and experiential learning in the Shenandoah Valley region.
The life-sized 'Television News Studio' set, which allows children to step in front of a green screen and appear to be weathercasters.
Bring a pair of socks, as they are often required for specific play areas with soft flooring.
Check the online calendar before visiting, as the museum often hosts private events or school field trips that can limit gallery space.
Plan to visit on a weekday morning to experience lower crowd levels compared to weekends.
Do not assume the museum is open on major holidays; always verify holiday closures on their website.
Typically closed on Mondays; check their official calendar for potential closures during private events or holidays.
Socks must be worn in designated soft-play areas; adult supervision is required at all times.
