Hands On! Discovery Center

Hands On! Discovery Center All-ages science center offering interactive programs and exhibits!

- $11 for Adults and Children ages 4+
- Tesla Experience Shows and guided Paleo Tours are $2 each with a general admission ticket
- Art and science programs offered throughout each day
- Ask about annual memberships, birthday parties, and group discounts!
- Free on-site parking

It's a no bummer summer at Hands On! Discovery Center this June! With summer camps, our Bourbon, Bones, & the Big Ban...
06/02/2026

It's a no bummer summer at Hands On! Discovery Center this June!

With summer camps, our Bourbon, Bones, & the Big Bang , a variety of daily programs, Tesla Coil shows, and tours of the Gray Fossil Site & Museum, every day is sure to be a hit for all ages.

Officially announcing a brand new temporarty feature poster exhibit from the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service, titled π‘ƒπ‘œπ‘™π‘™π‘–π‘›π‘Žπ‘‘π‘–π‘œπ‘› πΌπ‘›π‘£π‘’π‘ π‘‘π‘–π‘”π‘Žπ‘‘π‘–π‘œπ‘›. πŸπŸŒΈπŸ¦‹ Coming mid-June! Thank you to our , the Northeast Tennessee Master Gardener Association.

More details on programs, events, and exhibits at visithandson.org.

East Tennessee State University

06/01/2026

Mondays this summer just got way cooler 😎 because Hands On! Discovery Center at Gray Fossil Site & Museum is open from 10am-5pm in June and July. The perfect place for family fun, learning and play, and making memories together no matter the weather!



East Tennessee State University

Looking for a fun and exciting opportunity? Hands On! Discovery Center is searching for positive, outgoing individuals t...
05/30/2026

Looking for a fun and exciting opportunity? Hands On! Discovery Center is searching for positive, outgoing individuals to join our team! Visit our website at https://visithandson.org/volunteer-employment/ for more information on openings and how to apply!

05/29/2026
Why you should visit Hands On! Discovery Center at Gray Fossil Site & Museum this weekend or even every day! πŸ˜ƒ Go to htt...
05/29/2026

Why you should visit Hands On! Discovery Center at Gray Fossil Site & Museum this weekend or even every day! πŸ˜ƒ Go to https://visithandson.org/ to learn more about our programs, events, and experiences.



East Tennessee State University

Tapirs are great _______ ? Do you know the answer? Drop your guess below and then find out for yourself on your next vi...
05/29/2026

Tapirs are great _______ ? Do you know the answer?
Drop your guess below and then find out for yourself on your next visit to Hands On! Discovery Center!

We're growing and for a part-time and Media Assistant at Hands On! Discovery Center! This is a great opportunity for...
05/26/2026

We're growing and for a part-time and Media Assistant at Hands On! Discovery Center! This is a great opportunity for a college student, recent graduate, retiree, or someone looking for flexibility with their family life. Details on the role and how to submit your interest on our website. Link in the comments!



Gray Fossil Site & Museum
East Tennessee State University

Today we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice.HODC will be closed Monday, May 25th in honor of Memorial Day. Begi...
05/25/2026

Today we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
HODC will be closed Monday, May 25th in honor of Memorial Day.

Beginning June 1st we will be open on Mondays through July from 10am-5pm.

Address

1212 Suncrest Drive
Gray, TN
37615

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

Telephone

+14234344263

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