Last updated: 3/24/2023
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Address
401 S.W. 2nd Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
phone: 954-467-6637
fax: 954-467-0046
e-mail: joseph.cox@mods.net
web: www.mods.org

Hours

Monday - Saturday
10 AM - 5 PM
Sunday
12 PM - 5 PM
he Museum is open every day of the year including Thanksgiving and Christmas except for one day in the spring for our Annual Wine, Spirits and Culinary Celebration and one day in the fall for our Annual Gala.

Admissions

A 45-minute IMAX documentary or Hollywood movie can be added for a small up charge.

Adults: $16
Seniors (over 65): $15
Military active/retired : $13
Children (2-12): $13
Children under 2: Free

Staff

Joeseph P. Cox
phone: 954-713-0900
Marlene Janetos
phone: 954-713-0915
Joe Majoros
phone: 954-713-0940
Joe Cytacki
phone: 954-713-0908
Theresa Waldron
phone: 954-713-0901
Description

There is always something new happening at the Museum of Discovery and Science. Spend a day of discovery exploring hundreds of interactive exhibits including an outdoor Science Park. Visitors can take a ride on the Everglades Airboat Adventure, experience hurricane force winds in the Storm Center, dig for fossils alongside a giant prehistoric megalodon, get close to a confrontation between a saber-toothed cat and an Imperial mammoth, and enjoy the playful antics of North American river otters in their two-story indoor/outdoor habitat. See exciting science demonstrations and presentations by community experts. Discover the amazing Everglades in the Florida EcoScapes exhibit. Hang out with bats, turtles and sharks. Meet an alligator and be charmed by a 6-foot-long snake. Take a ride to Mars or soar through the skies in an FA-18 cockpit simulator. And immerse yourself in a six-story-high film adventure at the AutoNation® IMAX 3D Theater, home of the BIGGEST screen in South Florida featuring IMAX with Laser. Whether you’re two or 82 visit the Museum of Discovery and Science and enjoy a full day of family fun.

Mission

The mission of the Museum of Discovery and Science is to provide experiential pathways to lifelong learning in science for children and adults through exhibits, programs and films.

History

The Museum began its history as the Discovery Center, a hands-on museum of art, science and history, in 1977 in the historic New River Inn. Over the course of the next few years, several other historic buildings became part of the Museum’s complex.

Educational Programs

The museum features three traveling exhibit each year. Program offerings include outreach, labs, demonstrations, birthday parties, overnight camp-ins, day camps, summer camps, high school internships, middle school summer camps, and special themed events most weekends.

Facilities

Consisting of 119,000 square feet of interior space, the 300-seat AutoNation IMAX Theater, and an open-air Grand Atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, the Museum features dynamic interactive exhibits in the natural and physical sciences and a large array of programs designed to serve diverse audiences.

Governance

Private Non-Profit

Services
Group Visits

Whether you’re a senior group wanting to see the latest documentary IMAX film at the AutoNation IMAX 3D Theater or a summer camp bringing campers to the Museum of Discovery and Science for a day of fun, we can customize your visit to best suit your needs. You can choose an IMAX-only package, an exhibits-only package or a combo package. Groups of 15 or more receive discount group pricing. Let our group specialist help you create a memorable group outing!

Planning a birthday party?????

Planning a birthday party at the Museum of Discovery and Science is a piece of cake. Just say the word and we’ll put the wheels in motion for a birthday party that your special boy or girl will always remember. Our Museum birthday parties are offered for children ages 3-12. Choose from exciting themed programs that include age appropriate science activities, Museum exhibits exploration, free birthday cake, pizza and beverages, party favors and much, much more. Ask our reservation agent how you can give your child an unforgettable Museum birthday party.

WHEN THE MUSEUM CLOSES AT NIGHT… THE MAGIC BEGINS!

Entertain your guests in the most unique event venue in South Florida. Whether you’re planning a gathering of 30 or 3,000, make it an event to remember by reserving the Museum of Discovery and Science exclusively for your next evening event. From sophisticated splendor to casual fun, the possibilities are limited only by your imagination.

Easy access from I-95, downtown, or the Intracoastal Waterway and ten minutes from the Broward County Convention Center make the Museum the ideal central location. Convenient motor-coach drop off/parking area is also available.

Our experienced event planning staff will assist you in creating an innovative program that is tailored to your group’s individual needs. Please call Facility Rental Sales at 954-713-0915 or e-mail faciltyrentals@mods.net to plan your next event or for more information.

Gift Shop
Special Event Rental
Restaurant
ADA

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing a special accommodation to participate in museum activities should contact the Museum’s Reservations Manager at 954.713.0928 no later than seven days prior to their visit. If hearing impaired, call the TTY phone (954)779-7219 for assistance.

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Public Lands Alliance 2025 Convention and Trade Show

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Sunday, February 2 - Thursday, February 6, 2025

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Hosted by: Public Lands Alliance

The Public Lands Alliance Convention and Trade Show brings together nonprofits, land management agencies and companies to learn, network and engage on public lands issues. The 2025 Convention and Trade Show will take place Sunday, February 2 - Thursday, February 6, 2025 in Las Vegas, NV

Connect with peers, explore the latest in public lands products, and return inspired with new strategies and resources for success in conservation and visitor engagement

Our annual Convention and Trade Show (PLA) is the premier gathering for leaders in the public lands sector to network, gain essential tools, and explore products that enhance the visitor experience and support conservation, preservation, and enrichment efforts.

For more information, please call 301-946-9475.

Georgia Association of Museums 2025 Conference

February 5 - 7, 2025

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Wednesday, February 5 - Friday, February 7, 2025

Ina Dillard Russell Library Georgia College & State University

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Hosted by: Georgia Association of Museums

The Whole Story Is The Meanin

“For the fiction writer himself the whole story is the meaning, because it is an experience, not an abstraction.”― Flannery O'Connor, Mystery and Manners: Occasional Pros

Join us in Milledgeville, Georgia, for the annual Georgia Association of Museums conference as we explore the profound wisdom of Milledgeville author Flannery O'Connor’s words. In a world where narratives intersect and perspectives diverge, this theme invites proposals that delve into the essence of storytelling within museums and cultural institutions. Our work in the museum field requires us to look at stories from as many angles and perspectives as possible so that we might do our best to tell the “whole story.

Through thought-provoking discussions, interactive workshops, and engaging presentations, we will uncover the layers of meaning embedded within every artifact, exhibition, and historical account. Just as O’Connor masterfully crafted narratives that resonate with universal truths, museums hold the power to illuminate the whole story behind many objects, artworks, and cultural phenomena

We will examine how museums can embrace inclusivity, diversity, and authenticity in their storytelling practices. By acknowledging multiple perspectives and amplifying marginalized voices, we can enrich our understanding of the past and present, fostering empathy and connection within our communities.

Small Museum Association 41st Annual Conference 2025

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Monday, February 17 - Wednesday, February 19, 2025

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Hosted by: Small Museum Association

The annual SMA conference attracts more than 300 museum professionals, board members, and volunteers from a wide variety of small museums. They attend sessions on topics ranging from collections and education to staffing and board issues.

We offer a large Museum Resource Hall and plenty of informal networking opportunities for you to talk with (and get ideas from!) other small museum professionals and volunteers

Theme for 2025: Make It Happen!!!

Is there an exhibit, program, or fundraiser that you've been talking about doing for years? Do you feel stuck because of procrastination, lack of board support, or insufficient funds? It's time to take action

At SMA 2025, small museum professionals will share their tips and tricks of how they made it happen!

2025 California Association of Museums Conference

February 18 - 22, 2025

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Tuesday, February 18 - Saturday, February 22, 2025

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Hosted by: California Association of Museums

CAM is hard at work planning for the 2025 conference, set to take place from February 18–22, 2025 in San Francisco. We look forward to highlighting best practices and innovative ideas from California's museum community

The California Association of Museums is excited to continue offering in-person programming for 2025. We will not be requiring proof of COVID vaccination/s, but highly encourage vaccination and boosters. For the health and safety of our colleagues, masks are also encouraged (but not required). Capacity and spaces will be thoughtfully considered in the planning of this event.

For more information, please email programs@calmuseums.org.

2025 Tennessee Association of Museums Conference: HOPE

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2025 Tennessee Association of Museums Conference: HOPE

Tuesday, March 11 - Friday, March 14, 2025

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Hosted by: Tennessee Association of Museums

Tennessee museums are full of hope. But how are they turning hope into reality

With the Semiquincentennial quickly approaching in 2026, the state's museum community if approaching a turning point, and is now a great time to take stock and develop a vision for the future

The Tennessee Association of Museums' 64th Annual Conference in Knoxville will challenge the state's museums to think ahead and share their hopes, the best practices and strategies for turning those hoes into realities, and the rewards that come from aspirational thinking

The 2025 TAM Annual Conference will take place at the Crowne Plaza hotel in Knoxville, TN.

For more information, please call 615-495-3354 or email hawkins@aaslh.org.

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