EXHIBITS
Hands-On Learning Through Play
The Children's Discovery Museum is open for play! These state-of-the-art installations were developed by our experienced team alongside designer Rusty Lamar of Field Magnet Design, LLC. Our team worked with Rusty, who has years of experience designing whimsical public installations and children's exhibits, to create exhibits that spark a child's curiosity and invite them to play and discover, incorporating a mixture of opportunities for imaginative play, cause-and-effect experimentation, and content knowledge acquisition. Each exhibit is appropriate for a range of ages and encourages our grown-up friends to explore and play alongside their children.
While most of our exhibits are already completed and installed, we still have more to come!
Here's a sneak peek at each of the four zones in the Exhibits Hall.
Forest
“I am a steward of the environment and I am familiar with the plants and animals of Maine.”
Escape into the heart of Maine's wilderness without leaving the museum! Our Forest invites you to explore a tranquil woodland setting complete with your favorite woodland creatures. Build your own log cabin, tell stories around a pretend campfire, and climb through a giant hollow log. Don't miss our boulder pit made of giant bean bags – perfect for a cozy afternoon nap or a storytime. Keep an eye out for our Giant Tree and research station, coming soon!
Thank you to our Forest Sponsors!
Oak Grove School Foundation, Ramlose Foundation, Franklin Savings Bank
THE MILL
“I am a maker. I can use tools and make changes to build and fix things. I can create something that didn’t exist before.”
Ignite your curiosity and creativity in our Mill Zone! This interactive workshop is filled with hands-on activities inspired by science, technology, engineering, and math. Explore our rotating projects led by our talented staff. Dont forget to look up at our giant chickadee perched atop the TimberFrame structure. With new activities constantly added, there's always something exciting to explore in the Mill Zone.
Thank you to our Mill Zone sponsors!
American Society of Civil Engineers, Bangor Savings Foundation, Central Maine Power, Davis Family Foundation, Golden Pond Wealth Management, Skowhegan Savings Bank
THE CITY
“I am a member of the community. I can use my skills and interests to communicate with others and make the world a better place.”
Discover a bustling city within our walls! Our City Hub is a two-story downtown filled with interactive exhibits that spark imaginations and encourage exploration. Whip up an imaginative smoothie at the Farm Stand, restock the shelves in the Hardware Store, sort the mail in the Postoffice, make yourself a bouquet in the rooftop garden, or take a step fixing the car in the auto shop! Explore the hidden alleyways and venture into the mysterious Sewer Tunnel. And soon, a delicious Pizza Kitchen will be added to the mix!
Thank you to our City Zone sponsors!
G & E Roofing, KV Federal Credit Union, Central Maine Motors, Burger-Roy Family Charitable Trust, Brown House Properties, The Unity Foundation
THE RIVER
“The watershed is vast, but my actions matter”
Explore the wonders of the river without getting your feet wet! Our River exhibit is a space designed for younger visitors, featuring soft climbing structures and a fun-filled fishing hole. Cozy up with a book in our reading nook or simply relax and chat with other parents while your little ones play.
Thank you to our Watershed sponsor!
Borman Family Foundation, Plourde Family
In addition to the sponsors above, we'd like to thank MaineGeneral Health and Northern Light inland Hospital for their collaborative support of our Health & Wellness component which is integrated into the exhibits and our entranceway mural. And thank you to Colby College, Kennebec Savings Bank, and the Stephen & Tabitha King Foundation for your general support of our exhibit hall.
Sponsorships still available!
If you'd like to learn more contact amarinda@childrensdiscoverymusuem.org.