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Explore the many exciting, interactive exhibits in this fabulous children’s museum, located in Downtown Cape Girardeau! Ideal for children ages 11 and younger, our current 7,500 sq feet of exhibit space is a perfect place to play and learn! You can spend hours laughing, playing, and learning at Discovery Playhouse. Come by and see us!
1963 Cessna 150
Kids of all ages can explore the inside of a REAL airplane! Fly to new heights and learn about what it takes to take off!
Air-Mazing-Fun!
Can you keep track of your ball? Air play teaches you all about the power of air! Levitate, launch and track your foam spheres around this exhibit! You’re sure to have a blast.
Beams
The beams are interactive games where kids and adults can use themselves to interact in the fun! With 2 different beam locations and multiple games on each, you’re sure to spend a fair amount of time playing here! “Sponsored by Realty Executives”
Buzzi Unicem Cave
Explore the depths of a cave while learning about the creatures that inhabit the local caves of Missouri. Discover how we extract minerals from the ground to make every day items! Dig for crystals, learn how concrete is made and explore a whole other eco system in our cave!
Critter Care
Come and treat a variety of animals at our in house vet office! This exhibit can help teach kids about the proper care needed for animals when they visit the vets office!
Discover Dinosaurs Paleontology Lab
Learn about all about dinosaurs as you work on a REAL FOSSIL! The Triceratops skull named Sage, is on loan from Paleo X and allows individuals of all ages the opportunity to get their hands dirty doing real paleontology work! During your visit, you might get to say hi to several of the lab’s critters like Stevie the Ball Python, Fish the Tarantula, and Ken & Barbie the Hissing Cockroach. The lab is only open on the weekends, during holiday rush times, and special requests. Call ahead for availability!
Discover Planetarium
Travel to the farthest reaches of the Universe aboard the USS Discovery! The planetarium can host up to 35 individuals and with several different shows, you’re bound to find a brand new love for space! “Sponsored by Drury Southwest”
Dogtown Press Theater
Come sing, dance and act your heart out! With a variety of costumes and several scripts, you can be anything you want to be at Dogtown Press Theater!
Fire House
Come play in our fun and interactive firehouse! Learn about how to properly evacuate a house and what you need to take! Resources for parents include fire planning and smoke detector battery replacement. Sit and “drive” a real fire truck!
Grandma Ruth’s Farm
Just like going to grandma’s there is so much fun here! Cook, clean, BBQ, repair the house or tend to the garden! You could spend the whole day on the farm with everything that we have to do! Learn about farm animals, constructions, and so much more. If you have time, tend to the lemonade stand! “Sponsored by Realty executives”
Grocery Store
Let’s go shopping! Grab your shopping cart and stock up your fridge at Grandma Ruth’s farm! Learn how to shop healthy or not so healthy! Want to work at the store? You can do that too! Fun for the whole family!
Kim’s Secret Water Garden
Kids will have a splash in the secret garden! With several different water tables, kids can spend hours learning about how water flows and where it comes from! “Dedicated in memory of Kim McDowell”
Lego Wall
The sky’s the limit with our Lego Wall! Build anything that you can think of with your friends and family! Be sure to take a picture and tag us on social media so we can see your amazing art and designs!
Mary’s Music Room
Come and play music with many different types of instruments! Find out how music is made and learn the notes!
Montgomery Bank
Come be a banker for a day! Send money via the classic bank tube, take money out of the atm to purchase food at our store and learn how to add or subtract! “Sponsored by Montgomery Bank”
Mr. Mike’s Science Lab
Come learn about the many disciplines of science at Mr. Mike’s Lab! The lab hosts hands-on experiments and many opportunities to learn! “Sponsored by Dr. Donald Schleicher II and Michael Toeniskoetter”
Pedal Power
Learn about the differences of incandescent vs LED with our Electrical Bikes! Connect circuits to learn all about power! “Sponsored by Ameren MO”
Phoebe’s Art Studio
Create, draw, craft or paint whatever you can imagine! This fully functional art studio uses every medium (except clay) for your little one to create! The sky is the limit in Phoebes. “Dedicated in Honor of Phoebe Brooks”
Plaza Tire Service
Maintenance on a vehicle is important! Come work in the car shop and learn about what needs to be done to keep your car moving! Work as a mechanic and see how fast you can change all 4 tires! “Sponsored by Plaza Tire Service”
Pollywog Pond
This area is specifically designed for 4 and under. Let your little one come bob around in our “pond”, where the items in this area are specific to help them develop and grow. This area hosts a sensory board as well as games and a swing. “Sponsored by P&G”
SoutheastHEALTHy Beginnings
Want to be a doctor, nurse or receptionist? Work up a patient from intake to procedures in our hospital! Learn about the human body and why it is important to take care of it! “Sponsored by Southeast HEALTH”
Tinkering Workshop
Build, design, and create in Tinkering! Bring your friends and family to build our new catenary arch! Utilize all different design mediums in this space to create amazing structures!
Tire-Mountain
Need to burn off some steam? Let loose on Tire Mountain. Climb to the top or see if you’re strong enough to tackle the tire wall! “Sponsored by Plaza Tire Service”
Parties and Groups
At the Discovery Playhouse, we love to have fun, and what better way to have a blast than at a party or with a group of friends? Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or looking to have fun with your church or school group, the Discovery Playhosue is the place to be.
COVID-19 Updates
At Discovery Playhouse, we put our patrons first, ensuring your comfort and safety throughout your visit so you can focus on learning and having fun! With recent news revolving around the Coronavirus, we are taking special precautions and ramping up our already robust cleaning and sanitation procedures.
Here are a few tips to stay safe and healthy while visiting the playhouse:
- Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
- Avoid touching eyes, mouth, or nose with unwashed hands.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick. The World Health Organization suggests maintaining at least 3 feet of space between yourself and an ill person, or someone who is coughing and sneezing.
- Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or the crook of your arm when sneezing or coughing (also known as the vampire cough). Dispose of tissue after use.
- Stay home and away from others if you or your family members are feeling ill.
Thank you to our incredible sponsors!
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