- Children 3-17: $8
- Adults 17+: $5
- Under 3: FREE
- Workshop/Class: Varies by activity
Use the form below to pre-register your group of 6 or more and upon confirmation enjoy a discounted admission the day of your visit.
If you would like to buy tickets in advance and reserve a time for your visit, please call us at (410) 417-7116. You can purchase a Gift Certificate for your family and friends. You may also use the form below for to pre-register your group of 6 or more.
The Discovery Center at Water’s Edge has fun and engaging STEM activities for all ages, but our exhibits are geared toward school-aged children.
The Discovery Center at Water’s Edge is located at 4505 Pulaski Hwy., Belcamp, MD 21017. Follow this link to view directions in Google Maps.
There are parking spots at the Discovery Center at Water’s Edge location. During certain events, you may need to park in our overflow lot, which is located in the Water’s Edge Complex next door with a short walk on a gravel trail. For your convenience, we have created an DCWE Parking Map, or you can use this link to view overflow parking on Google Maps.
You can view our Events Calendar to find out everything that is currently scheduled at the Discovery Center at Water’s Edge.
To make the most of your experience and avoid peak times, we recommend planning your visit during weekdays, especially in the afternoons. Weekends and school holidays tend to be busier, particularly in the mornings.
If you have specific dates in mind, feel free to check our online calendar for special events or promotions that might influence attendance. Please note that our regular operating schedule may be impacted by closures or delayed openings/closings due to facility rentals and reserved special events as noted in advance on our event calendar.
Your admission grants you access for the entire duration of our scheduled hours on the day of your visit. Most visitors typically spend around two hours exploring the exhibits. On non-peak days, you can exit and re-enter by obtaining a wristband at the front desk before leaving.
Yes, please take a minute to review our Field Trips page. If you have further questions, please contact us.
Yes, please visit our Gift Certificate Purchase page to purchase admission tickets. Membership Gift Certificates will be available soon.
While we don’t offer food for sale, you’re welcome to bring an individually packed lunch to enjoy in our designated eating areas. Please note that we are not able to provide cooling of heating of food items, Additionally, covered beverage containers and individual serving drinks are permitted. Kindly be mindful of allergies and ensure you clean your area, disposing of all food items in marked containers. Please note that we do not accept food delivery orders, and group eating or food serving is only permitted with a confirmed room rental through advance reservation.
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