Discovery Centre

05/24/2026

Come find out! 🧑‍🚀✨

Mission: Astronaut is on now at Discovery Centre. Future space explorers, get your tickets: https://thediscoverycentre.ca/featured-exhibit/

Proudly sponsored by Maritime Launch Services 🚀

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Produced and toured internationally by award-winning exhibition producers Flying Fish this traveling exhibition is supported by The DoSeum and the Intrepid Museum.

05/23/2026

Maritime Launch Services is with us all weekend! 🚀

Come chat all things Spaceport Nova Scotia and make a drawing that will be showcased at the next launch!

05/23/2026

It's Biodiversity Day at Discovery Centre! 🌎🌱

PLUS - it's launch day of our new exhibition Mission: Astronaut! 🚀

05/22/2026

It was great having Erin from Halifax's Move in to see our new exhibition!

Mission: Astronaut launches TOMORROW! 🚀🧑‍🚀

ATTENTION SPACE FANS! 🚀🧑‍🚀🌗✨

I got a sneak peek of Mission: Astronaut - the brand new featured exhibit that opens tomorrow at the and WOW… I can’t wait to show you more!!! 👀🪐

It is fascinating, interactive & SO fun! The best part? I’ll have tickets to give away ALL next week! Keep an eye on our FB for your chance to win! 👀 -

05/22/2026

T-minus one day to launch 🚀

https://thediscoverycentre.ca/featured-exhibit/

05/21/2026

Do you know someone making a real impact through science, innovation, or community leadership?

Nominations are now open for this year’s Discovery Awards, celebrating the people and organizations helping shape the future of Nova Scotia through creativity, research, education, and innovation.

We’re looking for outstanding nominees in the following categories:
✨ Emerging Professional
✨ Science Champion
✨ Innovation
✨ Professional of Distinction

Submit a nomination or learn more here: https://discoveryawards.ca/nominate/

Nominations are also open for the Nova Scotia Science Hall of Fame!

We invite nominations for individuals, past or present, who have strong connections to Nova Scotia and have made lasting contributions to science, research, and innovation. These individuals embody the spirit of discovery and continue to inspire future generations.

For more information and nomination guidelines: https://discoveryawards.ca/nominate/

Research Nova Scotia presents the Public Impact Award, which recognizes researchers who have delivered measurable benefits to Nova Scotia's economy.

Learn more or submit a nomination here: https://researchns.ca/public-impact-award/

Nominations close May 31, don’t miss your chance to recognize someone doing incredible work! 🚀

05/21/2026

Our favourite Discovery Centre sound: visitors having fun 💚
Close second: the musical stairs 🎶

05/21/2026

Look no further for your next meeting rental space! 🤝

Host a daytime meeting, workshop, training session, or corporate gathering at Discovery Centre in our versatile Program Room A/B.

Designed for creativity, collaboration, and communication, these adjoining spaces are ideal for:
✅ Team meetings
✅ Professional development sessions
✅ Small trade shows
✅ Corporate group visits
✅ Workshops & presentations

Your booking includes:
• Visual displays for plug and play presentations
• Whiteboards & Wi-Fi
• Flexible room configurations
• Plus, your team gets to explore Discovery Centre!

Capacity options:
• Theatre style: up to 80 guests
• Classroom style: 24–48 guests
• Banquet style: up to 40 guests
• U-shape: 28–30 guests

Book a meeting space that sparks curiosity and connection today! 💡

Email [email protected] to get started.

05/18/2026

We're OPEN!

Come join us for a day of imagination, learning and fun ✨

Purchase admission online or at our front desk: https://thediscoverycentre.ca/visit-us/visitor-information/

05/17/2026

Today is the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia.

We are proud to be a Rainbow Registered company 🌈

This means we meet a stringent set of standards to ensure that 2SLGBTQI+ customers feel more welcomed and accepted.

Hate has no place at Discovery Centre 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️