Regular Events

Starry Saturdays

We offer FREE star shows with regular admission the second Saturday of every month from 11am-1pm. These 25-minute shows will reveal the night sky in a way you have never seen before. 

Discovery Days

Hands-on science discovery at the Center! From early release days, to special occasions, check out or festival style pop-up events for the whole family.

Meet a Scientist

Mess about with science and learn about stunning innovations and the joy of science discovery from experts! Twice a year, our visitors have the opportunity to interact with experts from all over South Dakota. Our experts are scientists, researchers, and other STEM professionals who have successfully completed our Science Communication Fellowship and have been certified through Portal to the Public as current science ambassadors and excellent science communicators. 

Discovery Nights

Over the summer, you can find Discovery Center activities at the Fort Pierre Summer Nights.

Apr
24

iNaturalist City Nature Challenge: Pierre/Ft. Pierre

The South Dakota Discovery Center is challenging you to go out and record nature...
May
2

Spring Little Explorers: Hunting for Worms: Watching Our Gardens and Flowers Grow

April is a time for growth. Lets plant the seeds and explore what grows in the soil. 
May
2

Wake Up the Beds!

Help the South Dakota Discovery Center prep its garden beds for the growing season!
May
6

Rocky Wednesday

INCLUDED WITH ADMISSION!
Did you know rocks can GLOW? Meet the Discovery Pod's...
May
9

Starry Saturday

INCLUDED WITH ADMISSION!
Journey Beyond the Known of constellations, moons,...