explore. imagine.

experiment

welcome

Welcome to Children’s Museum of Discovery, a world of hands-on learning experiences that invite curiosity and spark a love of learning.

Small boy blowing on dandelion with sun graphic behind him
Small boy blowing on dandelion with sun graphic behind him

explore. imagine.

experiment

welcome

Welcome to Children’s Museum of Discovery, a world of hands-on learning experiences that invite curiosity and spark a love of learning.

Small boy blowing on dandelion with sun graphic behind him

upcoming events

& programs

Jimbo’s Garden Workshop: Pinecone Bird Feeders

Enjoy a special garden workshop in the Trudy Bronner Discovery Garden with local, seasonal ingredients from  Jimbo's! Today's recipe: Create pinecone bird feeders using organic ingredients from Jimbo’s!  Pre-registration is not required. [...]

Fall Camp

Fall Camp 2025 Are you a creative and curious problem solver? Spend the fall exploring with Children's Museum of Discovery! Each day of camp includes access to Museum exhibits, hands-on exploration with [...]

*SOLD OUT* Space Night

Blast off into the universe and introduce little ones to astronomy, astronauts, and aerospace! Join us for an after-hours event and watch the Museum transform to host hands-on activity booths featuring science, [...]

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Visit CMoD

A joyful place for families to learn, play, & explore together.

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Memberships

Become an annual member & enjoy unlimited discovery.

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SCHOOL VISITS

Register for grade-specific workshops & field trips.

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Play at home

Create, experiment, & learn at home!

featured

exhibits

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STORY
TIME

inventing

Interactive challenges inspired by some of your favorite children’s storybook characters!

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Turtle

THE

greenhouse

Meet our newest animal ambassador, Sebastian the tortoise!

Turtle

THE

greenhouse

Meet our newest animal ambassador, Sebastian the tortoise!

BASE

camp

Learn about ecologies of the past while uncovering dinosaur fossils!

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mission

& promise

Children’s Museum of Discovery is a nonprofit organization with a mission to spark a love of learning so all children can discover their wildest dreams. The generous support of our community allows us to bring accessible, hands-on early STREAM education opportunities to families across San Diego County. As we continue to reach more families, your support is vital to inspiring the next generation of creative and imaginative thinkers.

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mission

& promise

San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum is a nonprofit organization with a mission to spark a love of learning so all children can discover their wildest dreams. The generous support of our community allows us to bring accessible, hands-on early STREAM education opportunities to families across San Diego County. As we continue to reach more families, your support is vital to inspiring the next generation of creative and imaginative thinkers.

connect
with us

connect
with us

Families had a blast at Space Night this past Saturday! 🚀 From exploring the stars to hands-on STREAM fun, it was an out-of-this-world experience. ✨ Huge thanks to our sponsor, @thermofisherscientific, for helping make this stellar evening possible! 🌟 Check out the highlights of our space exploration. 🪐
🇺🇸 Open for Veterans Day — Thank You to Our Heroes! 🇺🇸 This Veterans Day, the Children’s Museum of Discovery proudly honors all who have served our country. 💙 As a small token of gratitude, we offer discounted admission for veterans and active-duty military families year-round. Please note: Broadway will be closed from 7:00 AM–11:00 AM for the Escondido Veterans Day Parade, which starts at 9:30 AM. The parade begins at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido parking lot, travels south on Broadway, west on Valley Parkway, and north on Escondido Blvd, completing a loop around Grape Day Park. The Museum will remain OPEN during parade hours, and our parking lot will be accessible using the alternate routes below. 🚗 Alternate Route from Highway 78 (Eastbound): 1️⃣ After the freeway ends, turn right on Broadway 2️⃣ Left on Washington Avenue 3️⃣ Right on Juniper Street 4️⃣ Right on Clark Street — the Grape Day Park parking lot will be on your left, next to George’s Burgers 🚗 Alternate Route from I-15 (Northbound): 1️⃣ Exit Valley Parkway and turn right 2️⃣ Follow Valley Parkway as it turns into 2nd Avenue 3️⃣ Left on Juniper Street 4️⃣ Left on Clark Street — the parking lot will be on your left, next to George’s Burgers From all of us at CMOD, thank you, veterans, for your courage, service, and dedication. ❤️ #VeteransDay #EscondidoVeteransParade #ThankYouVeterans #CMOD #EscondidoEvents #NorthCountyFamilies #GrapeDayPark #EscondidoKids
It’s time to party! Celebrate your kiddo’s special day at the Museum, voted Best Children's Party Venue in the San Diego Magazine. 🎂 With loads of fun activities and exciting options, we’re here to make this birthday the best one yet! Visit the link in our bio to book your party today 🎉
Happy Indigenous Heritage Month! @MollyofDenali is proud to be the first nationally distributed children's program to feature Indigenous and Alaska Native lead characters. Molly joined us this morning for our last KPBS Kids event of the year. Check out highlights from the day!
The last day to register for our Fall Camp is Monday, November 10! On November 24 - 26, explore animal superheroes and discover the amazing adaptations that help animals thrive in the deepest oceans, the hottest deserts, and beyond. 🐾 Sign your camper up today before it sells out. Link in the bio🔗
We have 3 more classes in our final session of Growing Together 2025! 🌱 Caregivers and little ones will explore plants, animals, and the inspiring journeys of explorers like Jane Goodall and Jacques Cousteau. Each week brings a new theme filled with discovery, play, and hands-on fun! Don’t miss this opportunity to spark curiosity and connection with your kiddo. Register at the link in our bio🔗
✨ The best way to play all year long! A Museum Membership means unlimited visits, exclusive discounts, and endless opportunities for hands-on discovery. Join today and make every day an adventure! 🌈
Spooky, silly, and full of smiles! 🎃 Our staff and families brought their Halloween best to the Museum this year 👻
Our Fun Animal Friday was just the right amount of spooky for our Halloween! Families got to meet a spider, a bearded dragon, hissing cockroaches, and a snake with @EcoVivarium 🕷️ Join us next month on November 21 to meet adorable alpacas with Garden of Eden Petting Zoo 🦙
It's a pumpkin wrap party! Get in the festive spirit and work on fine motor skills with your little ones while creating a yarn pumpkin 🎃 Click the link in our bio for step by step instructions.