STEM & Science
Science, maker, and discovery
SPARK! Beaks, Wings, and Nesting Things
Hands-on SPARK! activity about birds, wings & nesting at Discovery Center.
STEM Storytime
Story time with a science twist at Adventure Science Center.
Early Explorers STEM Storytime
Hands-on science storytelling combines learning & imagination at Adventure Science Center.
Homeschool Learning Pods: Anatomy Dissection Labs – Sea Urchin
Hands-on anatomy dissection lab (sea urchin) for curious homeschoolers.
Incoming!
Planetarium show at Adventure Science Center.
Explore
Interactive planetarium experience at Adventure Science Center for curious minds.
Nashville Brick Expo and Convention
Nashville Brick Expo showcases LEGO creations, building zones, and speakers.
Home Depot Kids Workshops
Free hands-on kids workshops at Home Depot locations teach basic building and crafting skills.
The Stellars – Misson: Green
Explore environmental science in a planetarium show at Adventure Science Center.
Pink Floyd: The Dark Side of the Moon
Planetarium show featuring Pink Floyd's iconic album at Adventure Science Center.
Nightwatch
Evening planetarium show exploring the night sky and celestial wonders.
Fall Break Campology: MATH-terminds
Fall break math camp with LEGO engineering and real-world problem-solving at Discovery Center.
Fall into Science!
Fall break science camp with hands-on experiments at Adventure Science Center.
Turtle Talk
Weekly program celebrating turtles and nature at the Discovery Center.
Franklin’s Factory: Molding the 20th Century Walking Tour
Guided walking tour exploring Franklin's industrial history and architectural heritage.
Discovery Design Time
Hands-on design and discovery activities at the Discovery Center.
STEAM Festival 2026
Statewide celebration of STEAM learning with hands-on exhibits and activities for all ages.
STEAM-a-Palooza
Hands-on STEAM booths, live performances, and food trucks at Discovery Center at Murfree Spring.
Spooky Science & Glow Slime with Mr. Bond’s Science Guys
Hands-on spooky science and glow slime workshop at Nashville Public Library East Branch.
SPARK! Windy Wonders
Hands-on STEM workshop exploring wind and weather at Discovery Center.
Homeschool Learning Pods: Watershed & Water Quality
Hands-on watershed science lab at Discovery Center—homeschool learners explore water quality with museum time included.
Bluebird on the Mountain Concert – October 17, 2026
Concert experience at Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory with scenic views.
Creature Connection: Tarantula Web Making
Hands-on STEM activity exploring how tarantulas create their webs.
SPARK! The Great Pumpkin Investigation
Hands-on investigation into pumpkins and autumn science at Discovery Center.
Homeschool Learning Pods: Anatomy Dissection Labs – Frog
Hands-on anatomy dissection lab where kids explore frog anatomy at Discovery Center.
Homeschool Learning Pods: Tennessee Ties
Homeschool lab class on Tennessee history & culture with museum access ($10).
Kitchen Chemistry
Hands-on science camp exploring chemistry concepts at Adventure Science Center.
Thanksgiving Break Campology: Operation: Ocean
Marine science day camp with water sampling, turtle encounters & ecosystem exploration.
Homeschool Learning Pods: Anatomy Dissection Labs – Squid
Hands-on squid dissection lab plus museum time for homeschoolers.
Tasty Tuesday
Make apple donuts at Discovery Center at Murfree Spring.