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.

Oct
25

Community Science - Twilight Walk

A special "spooky" season community science experience! Join us for a walk...
Nov
5

Rocky Wednesday

INCLUDED WITH ADMISSION! Did you know rocks can GLOW? Meet the Discovery Pod's Rock...
Nov
7

Lunar Life: Guided Play

Don a spacesuit and take a volunteer guided moon walk through our newest exhibition,...
Nov
8
Nov
21

Lunar Life: Guided Play

Don a spacesuit and take a volunteer guided moon walk through our newest exhibition,...
Nov
22

Gathering of Stars

 Gathering of Stars  Join the Discovery Center at Farm Island Recreation...