Broad Discovery Center

10/22/2026

Join us on Thursday, October 29 from 6-8 pm for an evening of science after hours at our annual Discovery After Dark event in the Broad Discovery Center!

Featuring interactive exhibits, hands-on activities, a simulation with Operation Outbreak, and the chance to connect directly with Broad scientists — the night will be frightfully fun!

Advanced registration required. Register at: https://broadinstitute.swoogo.com/dad2026/13007189

Please note: Participants must have their own smart phones to partake in the simulation. Recommended for middle school ages and above.

10/14/2026

Can you survive an Outbreak? Join us on Thursday, October 29, from 6-8 pm for our annual Discovery After Dark event at the Broad Discovery Center!

Explore interactive exhibits, participate in hands-on activities, put your outbreak response skills to the test with an Operation Outbreak simulation, and meet Broad scientists along the way.

Advanced registration required. Register at: broad.io/DaD

Please note: Participants must have their own smart phones to partake in the simulation. Recommended for middle school ages and above.

Get ready for a night of discovery, celebration, and scientific wonders at this year's "Discovery After Dark" event, brought to you by the Broad Discovery Center and Operation Outbreak! Join us on Thursday, October 29th from 6:00 to 8:00 pm for an exclusive, after-hours, free, museum event. Embrace....

03/26/2026

Celebrate DNA Day with the Broad Discovery Center at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard! We'll have drop-in DNA activities throughout the day for all ages, and public 30 minute tours at 1 pm and 3 pm.

Make a day of it, and check out the MIT Museum's DNA program, just a block away! You can even earn some swag by competing in our joint scavenger hunt. DNA Day activities are included with your MIT Museum admission, and free at the Broad Discovery Center.

02/09/2026

Visit us in the Broad Discovery Center this February to learn about Broad science and to make a valentine for your favorite science-enthusiast!

02/03/2026

Please note: the Broad Discovery Center will be closed on Thursday, February 5 for a special event.

01/08/2026

Please note: the Broad Discovery Center will be closed on Saturday, January 10, 2026 due to building maintenance.