The iconic ten-story cube structure serves as a functional solar array, generating electricity for the building.
The facility features a 'Hurricane Shack' where visitors can experience wind speeds of up to 75 miles per hour.
The Cube is a LEED-certified building, reflecting its focus on environmental education and sustainability.
It includes a permanent exhibit focused on water conservation and the local Santa Ana River watershed.
The Science of Hockey exhibit was developed in partnership with the Anaheim Ducks NHL team.
Discovery Cube Orange County is a non-profit science center featuring over 100 hands-on exhibits across multiple themed zones. The facility is instantly recognizable by the ten-story solar array cube structure positioned atop the building. Its interactive displays focus heavily on STEM subjects including physics, space exploration, and environmental science. The center hosts rotating seasonal exhibits that frequently emphasize climate change and local ecological challenges. Permanent installations include a simulated helicopter mission and a simulated hurricane experience. The venue is specifically designed for family-oriented experiential learning rather than traditional passive observation.
Directly in front of the building at ground level to capture the scale of the suspended ten-story solar cube.
Visit on weekday afternoons to avoid the high density of field trip groups and birthday parties.
Download the digital map in advance, as the multi-level layout can be disorienting.
Check the official website for current rotating exhibit themes before arrival.
Do not plan a visit expecting a quiet museum experience; the facility is designed for active, high-volume engagement.
Open daily, but occasionally closes for private corporate events or specialized exhibit installation transitions.
Active, comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes are recommended for participating in climbing and physical exhibits.
