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Call (856) 424-1233 x305 for more information!

wSure you’ve seen museums, but have you seen one like this? Every exhibit is an invitation to touch, explore and create. With 15 large interactive areas… including Bubble Trouble, the Silver Diner, Down the Shore and Action Newsroom, the Garden State Discovery Museum has lots of room for groups to spend an adventure-filled day together. Visit us today and discover why we we're recognized as one of the top 20 children’s museums in the country!

DIRECTIONS
Minutes from the NJ Turnpike and I-295 exits. Call the Museum at (856) 424-1233 or click here for detailed directions.

HOURS
Open year round
Monday through Sunday, 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Saturday, 9:30 am – 8:30 pm (October through April)
Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas day.

PARKING
There’s plenty of free parking.

FIELD TRIP PACKAGES

Package A
$15.00 per child
Includes:

  • 2-hour Museum visit

  • 30-45 min Interactive Workshop

  • Souvenir Gift Bags

  • Lunch Room

Package B
$12.00 per child
Includes:

  • 2-hour Museum visit

  • Souvenir Gift Bags

Package C
$10.00 per child
Includes:

  • 2-hour Museum visit

  • 30-45 min Interatvice Workshop

  • Lunch Room

Package D
$7.00 per child
Includes:

  • 2-hour Museum visit

Call Doretta at (856) 424-1233 x305 to book your trip!

wCHAPERONES
For every four children, one adult chaperone is required and will be admitted free. Chaperones must be at least 18, and must remain with the children at all times.
Extra adults: $5.00 each.

MAKING RESERVATIONS
Please call (856) 424-1233 ext. 305

  • Group rates apply to formal groups of 10 or more students.

  • A non-refundable $50 deposit is required 30 days prior to visit. Purchase orders accepted.

  • A confirmation letter will be sent upon receipt of deposit.

  • On the day of your visit, you will be asked to pay for a minimum of 75% of your reserved number.

Click on the graphic below to view
workshop options for your group visits.

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LUNCHROOM SPACE
Reserve an indoor room for one half hour for $0.50 per child, or an outdoor space at no charge, weather permitting. A lunchroom will be provided free of charge for groups who reserve a workshop. Large groups may be asked to eat in shifts depending on room availability. Note: Our indoor snack area is not for groups.

A PLACE FOR SPECIAL PEOPLE
The Museum is an exciting place to explore, and special attention has been given to making it accessible to everyone. Special-needs groups are always welcome, but one day each month has been reserved exclusively for you!

wCall to check for dates.

DISCOVERMORE Toy STORE
The Discovermore Toy Store offers a wide variety of fun, educational and inspiring products for children of all ages. From great books and exciting science experiments to cool toys and awesome craft supplies, teachers can shop for unique resources to enrich their curriculum!