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$1 Admission to Celebrate the End of the School Year

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End of School Bash – May 22 | 12:00–4:30 PM

Join us at the Don Harrington Discovery Center for our End of School Bash on Friday, May 22, from 12:00 to 4:30 PM. This event is part of our Discover for a Dollar program, offering $1 admission for all guests.

Celebrate the end of the school year with engaging activities for the whole family:

  • Live science demonstrations from local organizations, featuring electrifying experiments
  • Access to all of DHDC’s interactive exhibits
  • An immersive experience in our Space Theater
  • Outdoor play and exploration in the Science Park
  • All for just $1 admission per person!

No reservations are required; tickets will be available at the door!

The End of School Bash is part of the Don Harrington Discovery Center’s Discover for a Dollar program, which supports our mission—along with Wildcat Bluff Nature Center—to provide equitable access to informal science education for all.


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