FALL 2019 ISSUE
HIGHLIGHTS: Summer Camp Program TINKER THE T-REX Sneak Peek Digital Membership Cards
FROM OUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
It is my pleasure to announce the Discovery
On top of all that, we continue to be
Center experienced another successful year
committed to providing world-class, hands-
in FY19. With your help, we were able to
on feature exhibitions, engaging adult
provide over 100,000 visitors with rich,
programming, and educational programs that
immersive, STEM-based experiences.
inspire Idaho students in STEM learning careers.
BRICKS!, our newest in-house built exhibition, has become a popular favorite
As Idaho's only hands-on science center, we
among our visitors, and we are actively
are truly grateful for all our partners who
preparing for our next exhibition coming this
help make the Discovery Center a success.
November, TINKER THE T-REX. We are
Without involvement from our loyal members
thrilled to be partnering with Chevron to
and donors, none of this would be possible.
bring this colossal creature to our
Thank you.
community. TINKER THE T-REX will provide guests a unique experience to learn more
Eric Miller
T. rex. about the athletic prowess of a juvenile T.rex.
Eric Miller Executive Director
Upcoming Events
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Nov 22nd
Grand Opening: TINKER THE T-REX Exhibition Discovery Center
Nov 23rd
Dress Like a Dino Day! Discovery Center
Dec 3rd
Member Monday: "Santa at the Center" (Members only event) Discovery Center
RECORD TURNOUT FOR DISCOVERY CENTER SUMMER CAMPS! Highlights from our incredible 2019 Summer Camp Program! This summer, the Center hosted 398 K-9th
that reinforced tenacity, patterns, loops, and
grade scientists during 22 science,
if/then statements! They amazed us with
engineering, and coding themed camps! This
their imaginations, skills, and love for
is the largest turn out we've ever had for
learning. After a great camp season, we are
summer camps, and our registration rates
looking forward to hosting even more young
reflect the unique experiences Educators
scientists at our Fall and Winter break camps!
create for campers all summer long. Our astute campers spent time unraveling the
Our camps wouldn’t be possible without the
mysteries of forensics, programming robots,
support of the Idaho STEM Action Center.
and becoming chemical concoctions experts,
Thank you for helping us inspire STEM
all while our in house exhibits provided them
interest and learning in so many young minds
with new ways to interact camp concepts.
across our community!
We also hosted our very first camp for Kindergarten aged Early Coders this summer! Our youngest campers explored the world of coding through play-based learning stations Â
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NEW "TINKER THE T-REX" EXHIBITION OPENING AT THE DISCOVERY CENTER THIS NOVEMBER Learn about "Tinker" and the new hands-on exhibits coming soon! A brand new Tyrannosaurus rex (T. rex)
provide a fascinating opportunity to help
exhibition will open at the Discovery Center
foster student and community understanding
on November 22nd, 2019. Chevron is the
of natural history related to prehistoric
Presenting Sponsor of this 1,000 square-foot
fossils. Tinker is the most complete skeleton
exhibition featuring a two-thirds scale juvenile cast T. rex skeleton called ‘Tinker’
of a juvenile T. rex rex, providing a great opportunity to study the build and athletic
and a variety of engaging exhibits and
prowess of a young dinosaur.
activities including a hands-on volcano that erupts!
rex is the “Everybody loves dinosaurs, and T. T.rex biggest star of them all.” Discovery Center of
The hands-on exhibits will be designed and
Idaho Executive Director, Eric Miller, stated
fabricated by the Discovery Center’s Exhibits
about the exhibition. “With generous support
Team in the Micron Innovation Lab located
from Chevron, this engaging, hands-on
within the Center. Construction and
exhibition will set a new standard at the
prototyping of each interactive exhibit is
Center in terms of content, design,
underway.
interactivity and Wow! I can’t wait for the unveiling!”
The T. rex exhibition will become part of the Discovery Center of Idaho’s permanent
In support of the costs associated with
collection and is sure to be a favorite among
building and installing the T. rex exhibition,
visitors for years to come. This exhibition will
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Chevron donated $75,000 to the Discovery Center of Idaho. Chevron believes effective education including science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) will foster bright young talent for the future workforce and healthy economic growth for the country. TINKER THE T-REX will open at the Discovery Center of Idaho on November 22nd, 2019. Information about hours and pricing is available at dcidaho.org.
Presented by:
A N IM A T IO N ST A T IO N !
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NEW DIGITAL MEMBERSHIP CARD NOW AVAILABLE FOR MEMBERS Your member benefits travel with you! Just imagine having your membership information as close as your phone! No hunting for lost cards No panic when traveling because the complete ASTC list of participating museums and science centers is instantly available No more guessing when your membership expires. You can email or call us directly, renew your membership when it is due Use the scan bar to check-in for your next visit or to receive your discounts when shopping in the STEM Store It’s fast and easy to use, so why not download it now and be prepared for your next adventure?
HOW TO DOWNLOAD YOUR DIGITAL MEMBERSHIP CARD
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CURIOUS QUESTIONS WITH DISCOVERY CENTER VOLUNTEER Q & A with longtime volunteer, Bill Bills! Meet long-time volunteer Bill Bills. Find out
Q: What has been your favorite project to
how long Bill has been with us and why he
work on so far?
volunteers! If you or someone you know is
A: This is a good program to interest students
interested in volunteering with us, reach out
in the STEM program of their choice.
by emailing education@dcidaho.org.
Students, especially girls, need to understand that they can excel in these fields if they
Q: How long have you been a Discovery
desire.
Center Volunteer? Why have you stayed here so long?
We couldn’t be more thankful for Bill and the
A: I have been a volunteer here for 20 years.
dedication he’s given the Discovery Center
I am a scientist, and I like teaching others
over the years. Next time you stop in, learn
things in the science field.
something new by finding Bill and picking his brain about science!
Q: What's your favorite part of volunteering here? A: I like giving demonstrations, particularly to learners grades 3 through 12. Talking with people about exhibits and helping them understand is also fun for me. As a volunteer, though, I feel I should do whatever is requested.
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