Kids Discovery Center
Located in the Patuxent National Wildlife Visitor Center - 10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop, Laurel, MD 20708
Daily, Wednesday through Saturday: Sessions start at 10:00 am, 11:00 am, and 12:00 pm.
Duration: 35 minutes, each. Larger group special arrangements are possible when scheduled 2 weeks in advance. Lots of exciting learning activities and crafts await you at the KIDS DISCOVERY CENTER! New themes are presented monthly to engage kids (ages 3-10) * and adults in nature-related fun.
Registration Required. Call the National Wildlife Visitors Center front desk 301/497 5772 to reserve a 35-minute time slot for you and your child.
Children, with parent/guardian support, explore and learn about nature and the environment through engaging, age-appropriate activities, crafts and games. Older siblings are welcome to join with parents and work with younger siblings to help them understand and complete the activities.
NOTE: The Kids’ Discovery Center is neither baby-proofed nor appropriate for children younger than 3 due to small items featured in the exhibits and activities. Parents are required to work with their child at each of the parent-led activities.
If interested in volunteering to work with KDC and/or to help develop curriculum activities for children, please call the front desk 301/497 5772 and ask for Barrie!
Program Themes:
June Theme: REPTILES: LIZARDS & SKINKS.
July Theme: Dragonflies & Fireflies
August Theme: Fish
September Theme: Butterflies & Moths.
Registration strongly urged: Call 301-497-5772.
Large groups email Jason: michael_cangelosi@fws.gov.
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