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Scout Programs

Be prepared for STEAM learning fun!

Fun experiences that can be customized for your group!


We are happy to provide STEAM programs that support many Badge, Pin, and Belt Loop requirements. In addition to fun experiences designed to engage your group in hands-on learning! Please see below for more information about offerings for Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts.

Our standard programs run for 90 minutes and are $25 per scout, $10 per adult and $15 per Tag-a-Long. There is a minimum of 8 scouts required to book a program. 

Our programs cover some, but not all, of the requirements for a specific badge.  We always include a Discovery fun patch.

Don’t see what you’re looking for? Ask us about our custom programs. We can cover topics involving engineering, ecosystems, space, forensics, and chemistry. 

For more information, please contact scouts@shudiscovery.org or call 203-416-3565.

Overnights

Bring your troop for an overnight visit to The Discovery Science Center for a fun night of awesome science! Overnights can include a planetarium show, science demonstrations, movies, badge activities, and time to explore the science center after hours! Customize your program for your troop’s interests and badge goals.
Click here for more details.

Scout Challenger Center Missions

Give your troop an unforgettable experience in a simulated space mission in our Challenger Center! Challenger Missions promote scientific understanding, teamwork, and creative thinking. All participants experience Mission Control and Spacecraft responsibilities. Available for Grades 5 & up.
Click here to learn more.

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  • Mechanical Engineering Model Car Design Challenge

  • Mechanical Engineering Roller Coaster Design Challenge

  • How Robots Move

  • Space Science Explorer

Each one meets some (but not all) of the badge requirements. If your troop is interested in a different experience, please contact scouts@shudiscovery.org.

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  • Gizmo and Gadgets

  • Ready, Set, Grow

We are pleased to be able to offer many programs oriented toward earning badges. Please contact scouts@shudiscovery.org for more information.

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Location and Hours

4450 Park Avenue

Bridgeport, CT 06604

(203) 416-3521

info@shudiscovery.org

Mondays we are open 10:00am – 5:00 pm to members only.

Tuesday 10:00am – 5:00pm

Wednesday* 10:00am – 7:00pm

Thursday through Sunday 10:00am – 5:00pm

*Wednesdays free for Bridgeport residents with ID​

​Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Sacred Heart University's Discovery Science Center and Planetarium

is an independently-operated non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation.

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