Hands On! Discovery Center

Hands On! Discovery Center All-ages science center offering interactive programs and exhibits!

- $11 for Adults and Children ages 4+
- Tesla Experience Shows and guided Paleo Tours are $2 each with a general admission ticket
- Art and science programs offered throughout each day
- Ask about annual memberships, birthday parties, and group discounts!
- Free on-site parking

06/24/2026

Welcome back to the Discovery Desk!

This week’s discovery? Curiosity doesn’t come with an age limit.

In just two days, Bourbon, Bones, and the Big Bang will take over the museum for an evening of science, history, bourbon, and after-hours exploration. If you’ve been looking for a unique night out, this is your chance to experience the Hands On! Discovery Center in a way you probably haven’t before.

https://visithandson.org/event/https-visithandson-org-fundraisers/?instance_id=9169

Grab your tickets and join us this Friday, June 26th- we look forward to seeing you there and here again next week, at the Discovery Desk!

06/20/2026

Curiosity called- it wants a night out because the field trips you remember just got an upgrade!

Join us June 26 for Bourbon, Bones, and the Big Bang, a 21+ evening featuring bourbon cocktails, food, science, paleontology, space-themed activities, and plenty of opportunities to explore and discover along the way. Last year’s event sold out, so don’t wait too long to grab your tickets.

Because growing up was never supposed to mean being less curious!

06/19/2026

Welcome to the Discovery Desk! 🔭💫

Each week, we’ll be exploring something new, interesting, or unexpected from around the Hands On! Discovery Center, and this week we’re looking up!

The StarLab gives visitors the chance to step inside a portable planetarium and experience the wonders of the night sky without ever leaving the museum.

We’re also celebrating the first days of summer with our Solar-scope Summer Celebration on June 20-21. Weather permitting, visitors can safely view the Sun through our solar telescope and enjoy special programs throughout the day. Included with paid general admission.

https://visithandson.org/workshops/

We’ll see you next week for another discovery!

06/18/2026

We’re not saying we’ve figured out time travel…But we do have a few million years of history waiting to be explored.

From prehistoric discoveries to hands-on exhibits that bring the past to life, there’s always something fascinating to uncover at the Hands On! Discovery Center. Whether you’re a history buff, a science lover, or just curious about the world around you, there’s plenty to discover.

Come take a trip through time with us!

06/17/2026

Consider this your sign to stop gatekeeping the fun!

There’s always something new to discover at the Hands On! Discovery Center, and it’s even better when you have someone to experience it with. Explore exhibits, tackle challenges, test ideas, and see where curiosity leads together.

Grab your favorite people and come make a few discoveries of your own!

06/16/2026

We're continuing to grow with additional open roles, including full- and part-time opportunities at Hands On! Discovery Center! Details on the roles and how to submit your interest on our website. Link in the comments!

06/13/2026

Our favorite kind of busy! 🙌

Summer at the Hands On! Discovery Center is filled with camps, programs, special activities, and plenty of opportunities to explore, create, and discover.

Whether you’re joining us for a camp, visiting for the day, or looking for something fun to do with the family, there’s always something happening.

Check out our online calendar to see what’s coming up this summer- we can’t wait to see you!

https://visithandson.org/workshops/

06/13/2026

If you’ve been needing a day date with science, consider this your sign.

The Hands On! Discovery Center isn’t just about watching things happen- it’s about jumping in, trying things out, asking questions, and seeing where curiosity leads. From interactive exhibits and creative challenges to moments that make you feel like a kid again, there’s plenty to explore for curious minds of all ages.

Come spend the day discovering something new!

06/11/2026

What can we say? We never really outgrow the excitement of discovery!

Our tour guides love sharing the exhibits, experiences, and hands-on activities that make the Hands On! Discovery Center such a unique place to explore. Whether it’s your first visit or you’ve been here more times than you can count, a guided tour is a great way to discover something new and see the museum from a different perspective.

For more information about tours, visit our website or stop by and ask about our tours at our front desk/ we can’t wait for you to come discover it all!

https://visithandson.org

Address

1212 Suncrest Drive
Gray, TN
37615

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

Telephone

+14234344263

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