Port Discover

Port Discover A 501(c)(3) nonprofit, located in the heart of Elizabeth City, Port Discover is Northeastern North Carolina’s hands-on science center designed just for kids!

We spark curiosity & creativity through STEAM-based exhibits, programs, camps, & events. Port Discover is a hands-on science center where kids and families explore, play, and learn through STEM activities and exhibits. We offer daily exploration plus special programs, camps, homeschool classes, and events for all ages!

Ever Rooted is here.
09/04/2026

Ever Rooted is here.

Ever Rooted will be inside Port Discover due to the inclement weather.
09/04/2026

Ever Rooted will be inside Port Discover due to the inclement weather.

09/03/2026

Port Discover will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.

Visit Port Discover and discover the scientists that helped shape the society we live in today.
08/27/2026

Visit Port Discover and discover the scientists that helped shape the society we live in today.

Erin Baxter, a longtime volunteer at Port Discover, gifted us one of her paintings today.
08/17/2026

Erin Baxter, a longtime volunteer at Port Discover, gifted us one of her paintings today.

08/15/2026

The PBS Kids Rootle Road Tour is at the Currituck County Center today. There are lots of free activities for kids.

The Rootle Roadster Tour is in Barco at the Currituck County Center. Stop by and enjoy the activities and learn about op...
08/15/2026

The Rootle Roadster Tour is in Barco at the Currituck County Center. Stop by and enjoy the activities and learn about opportunities for kids.

08/13/2026
08/12/2026

We are officially cancelling the viewing of the Perseid Meteor Shower tonight. I am at the park and can barely see jet streams through fluffy clouds. I am sorry for any inconvenience.

Address

611 E Main Street
Elizabeth City, NC
27909

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5:30pm
Friday 10am - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(252) 338-6117

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