Annual Events
Experience a day of wonder that sparks a lifetime of inspiration
Registration is not required unless noted
Engineer's Week
Feb. 18-21, 2025
3pm - 5pm
Darwin Day
See biology come to life before your eyes as you interact with live animals, immersive displays, and hands-on activities.
Held near the date of the birth of famed scientist Charles Darwin, it’s the most fun and educational birthday party ever!
saturday, feb. 8, 2025
STEM Like a Girl
All middle school girls are invited to be inspired at this full day of STEM-based, hands-on learning!
Held every February during National Engineering Week, this event is led by local female STEM professionals and mentored by UT Tyler female STEM students.
A big thank you to Flourish Nonprofits, I Am Beautiful Movement, and Yarely Garza Gurrusquieta for sponsoring each person! First come, first serve availability. Lunch will be provided.
Thank you to our sponsor, AAUW for your ongoing support and commitment to STEM-based hands-on learning!
Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
founder's Day
Come help us celebrate our birthday with this family-friendly event this Saturday, June 14th, 2025 from 10am – 2pm.
FREE activities are available to the public outside in the DSP parking lot. Activities include
- Face Painting
- Bounce House & Obstacle Course
- Games with prizes
- Snow Cones for purchase
You can also purchase a ticket to the museum to cool off in the A/C and explore the wonders of Discovery Landing and Buford’s Hometown!
Saturday, June. 14, 2025
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
EDUCATOR OPEN HOUSE
- Taco Truck
- Margaritas
- Planetarium shows
- S.T.E.M activities
- Museum tours
- Giveaways
FRIDAY, JULY 18, 2025 | 6:00pm-8:00pm
Step into the glitz and glamour of a thrilling evening at our Casino Night Fundraiser! Join us for an unforgettable night of high-stakes excitement, where you can try your luck at classic casino games like blackjack, roulette, craps and poker. Indulge in delicious cocktails and a buffet style dinner as you mingle with friends and fellow supporters, all while contributing to a worthy cause. With dazzling raffles, a wine pull, photo booths, and live entertainment, this event promises to be an unforgettable blend of entertainment and philanthropy.
This is an ADULTS ONLY event!
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SATURDAY, AUG. 23, 2025
6:00 PM - 10:00 pm
Museum Day / GRAND RE-OPENING
Every September, you’re invited to help us re-open the museum after our annual fall shutdown. Play the day away with snow cones (for a fee), face painting, planetarium shows, science demonstrations and more!
SATURDAY, SEPT. 13, 2025
Spooktacular Fun Fest
Join us for a special spooky Halloween event at DSP that will include scary stories in the cave, a costume contest, and more!
More details to come…
friday, oct. 24, 2025
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
boos & bourbon: a night of scary science
FRIDAY, OCT. 10, 2025
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Get ready for a hair-raising & hauntingly delightful evening at our Halloween themed “Boos & Bourbon: A Night of Scary Science” event fundraiser!
Join us for spine-chilling fun & unique bourbon tastings, all for a great cause. Event Highlights include:
- Haunted Bourbon Tastings
- Ghostly Costume Contest
- Eerie Entertainment
- Wicked Live Auction
- Spooktacular Food & Drinks
- Creepy Cocktails
This is an ADULTS ONLY event! Costumes encouraged, not mandatory.
Holiday Open House
Join Downtown Tyler’s community of museums and attractions for an evening of holiday wonder!
Every December, you’re invited to explore the museum, get a picture with Santa, get your face painted, enjoy holiday snacks, and participate in an exciting experiment!
Bring a canned food donation to benefit the East Texas Food Bank in lieu of admission.
december 12, 2024
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Traveling Exhibits
Explore some of history’s greatest discoveries in these seasonal showcases
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